On September 24 we will celebrate the 195th anniversary of the day Catherine McAuley first opened the doors of the House of Mercy on Baggot Street. This began her ministry of serving the poor, the sick and those in need of education.
Beginning Saturday, September 17, we will “Celebrate Mercy” in history, poetry, education, art, justice, music, ministry and prayer through reflections written by sisters. As each reflection posts, we will add the link below!
Celebrate Mercy in History
“What Shall We Wear and Celebrate on September 24, 2022?”
By Sister Mary C. Sullivan
Celebrate Mercy in Poetry
“Celebrating Mercy in Poetry”
By Sister Mary Bilderback
Celebrate Mercy in Education
“Attention and Encouragement, an Informal Education“
By Sister Anna Regina Gakuhi
Celebrate Mercy in Art
“A Works of Mercy Cross“
By Sister Celeste Marie Nuttman
Celebrate Mercy in Justice
“Resisting: The Road Toward Environmental Justice“
By Sister Ana María Siufi
“Contemplative Reflection—Give Them to Eat!“
By Sister Edia Del Carmen López
Celebrate Mercy in Music
“Dancing, Singing, Circling“
Composed by Sister Claudette Schiratti
Celebrate Mercy in Ministry
“Celebrate Mercy in Ministry“
By Sister Mary Waskowiak