In this issue, we share a reflection from the Board of the Directors written by Sr. Richard Mary Burke, R.S.M. and another one on the season from Sr. Lisa Griffith, Executive Director, Mercy Education System of the Americas. Also inside are updates on programs and services by Kim Baxter, an update by Sr. Regina Ward on the accreditation pilot, a student reflection by Anastasia Warner, and an interview with Board member David Levy.
Three Whispers from the Holy Spirit
By Kali McMorris, Principal, Convent of Mercy Academy “Alpha” When God, through the Holy Spirit, calls us to Mercy, the gift is the Spirit, the Charism, the Union. As I approach 10 years of serving as a Mercy leader, my thoughts and dreams grow more reflective, drawing me into something of an Examen. They may…
Green Tips #11 – Improving Your School’s Environmental Footprint
By Jason Giovannettone, Director of Climate and Sustainability for the Sisters of Mercy In the last Green Tips article, we covered the first steps that are essential towards improving your school’s overall environmental footprint: forming or expanding a Green Team, and conducting a sustainability audit. Once you’ve completed your general sustainability audit (find a good example…
Mercy Students Participate in Historic Digital Encounter with Pope Leo XIV
On November 21, 2025, Pope Leo XIV made history by joining young people from across the United States for the first-ever live Digital Encounter during the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC). This groundbreaking dialogue invited teens to dialogue with our Holy Father, in real time via livestream technology. We are especially proud to share that…
Giving Thanks in the Spirit of Mercy
As we prepare to enter the season of Advent, we pause to give thanks for the many blessings and graces of this year. In the spirit of thanksgiving, we share this prayer of gratitude written by Maria Johnston, principal, and Patricia Luna, head of the religion department, at Muffles College High School (Orange Walk Town,…
Celebrating the Class of 2025: Highlights from U.S. Mercy Elementary Schools
Mercy Education is delighted to share a new resource: the Class of 2025 Brag Sheet, featuring highlights from U.S. Mercy elementary schools. This collection showcases the faith, service, and academic excellence that flourish in our Mercy classrooms and prepare students for success in high school and beyond. View and download the elementary school brag sheet…
“It Takes A Village!”
By Michelle Kovach, Director of Campus Ministry, Mount Saint Mary Academy (Watchung, New Jersey) “It takes a village” is a sentiment we’ve all heard, but perhaps rarely feel like it’s something we can call upon. So often it feels like we need to do everything ourselves or that asking for help is a sign of…