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.
Students Examine the Mercy Critical Concern for Women
Thirty-two high school students and faculty deepened their understanding of the Mercy Critical Concern for Women during the Conference of Mercy Student Leaders, held June 21–24, 2026. The program, organized by Mercy Education and hosted by Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania, brought together participants from across North and Central America, creating a rich intercultural learning…
Scholarships Available for 2026 Mercy Education Conference
Thanks to generous support from the Mercy Fund for Ministry Grant, Mercy Education is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships for educators from U.S. member schools to attend the 2026 Mercy Education Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas. Hosted by Mount St. Mary Academy, the conference will take place October 8–9, 2026, with scholarship…
2026 Mercy Day Toolkit
Every year on September 24th, the global Mercy family—sisters, associates, companions, donors, staff, students, and more—comes together to celebrate Mercy Day, marking the 1827 opening of the first House of Mercy on Baggot Street in Dublin, Ireland. This year’s Mercy Day theme, Rooted in Mercy, invites our school communities to reflect on the deep roots that nourish…
New Mercy Impact Is Here!
Dive into our newest edition of Mercy Impact, themed: “Have Mercy on Our Common Home,” and discover how Mercy schools around the world are bringing our mission to life. From hands-on environmental action to inspiring student leadership, this edition showcases a global community responding with compassion and purpose. These stories of creativity, advocacy, and hope remind…
A Reflection on Mercy Charism as I Prepare for “In Catherine’s Boots: A Mercy Pilgrimage to Ireland”
By Theresa Gannon, Middle School Director at Waldron Mercy Academy “Wouldn’t it be great if we could have our faculty retreat on Baggot Street?” “Let’s plan a trip together to Baggot Street!” “Did you know that Jane is going to Baggot street this summer?” “Did you see the picture of Suzanne (Dennis, Mary, fill in…
Introducing Our 2026 Mercy Pilgrims
The Mercy Education Board of Directors is delighted to share the names of those selected as pilgrims for In Catherine’s Boots: A Mercy Pilgrimage to Ireland. This fully funded pilgrimage, taking place August 17–22, 2026, will bring together educators from Mercy schools around the world for a journey to Dublin, Ireland, home to Catherine McAuley and…