Programmes
We invite you to read through the programmes described below and make a selection from the choices available.
Carols by Candlelight
Monday, 10 December 2018
Sisters, Associates and Friends of Mercy are invited to Christmas Reflections: Carols by Candlelight in the Baggot Street Chapel with the Celtic Choristers Male Voice Choir.
Foundation Day
Wed 12 Dec 2018
Sisters, Associates and Friends of Mercy are invited to celebrate Eucharist at Mercy International Centre at midday followed by refreshments.
Mercy Education Pilgrimage 2019
Mon Jan 7 2019 - Fri Jan 11 2019
Focusing on the education tradition within Mercy, participants will have an opportunity to deepen their connection to the Mercy story. They will explore Catherine's story and her approach to leadership in the context of living Mercy today.
High Tea and Movie
16 Jan 2019 - 27 Feb 2019 (Wednesdays only)
Watch the recently completed film 'In God Alone, the Story of Catherine McAuley' and enjoy a sumptuous High Tea in either the Callaghan or Doyle Room at Mercy International Centre on a Wednesday afternoon during January or February 2019.
Ethos Pilgrimage for partners- in -Mercy 2019
Mon Mar 11 2019 - Fri Mar 15 2019
This pilgrimage is for administrators, staff and board members of Mercy ministries. It is an opportunity for participants to strengthen their approach to Mercy leadership and mission in the context of today's challenges.
Watering the Roots 2019
Sun May 19 2019 - Fri Jun 14 2019
This programme is for vowed Mercy women. It offers the opportunity to discern, in an atmosphere of peace and inspiration, the invitation of the Spirit to live Mercy today.
Come Home to Catherine 2019
Mon Aug 12 2019 - Fri Aug 16 2019
This programme offers an opportunity to pray with Catherine in her places and spaces and to walk in her footsteps through the city of Dublin reflecting on her life and ministry.
Young Mercy Leaders' Pilgrimage 2019
Tue Jul 16 2019 - Fri Jul 19 2019
Students from Mercy Secondary Schools and ministries will travel to Mercy International Centre in Dublin, Ireland. These Mercy pilgrims will undertake their journey in the light of the story of Catherine McAuley, foundress of the Sister of Mercy. Through presentation, discussion, reflection and prayer, pilgrims will engage the history and charism of Mercy, returning to ordinary life better equipped to be Mercy leaders in our schools and in our world.
Ethos Pilgrimage for partners-in- Mercy July 2019
Mon Jul 29 2019 - Fri Aug 2 2019
This pilgrimage is for administrators, staff and board members of Mercy ministries. It is an opportunity for participants to strengthen their approach to Mercy leadership and mission in the context of today's challenges.
Mercy to Earth 2019
Mon Sep 9 2019 - Fri Sep 13 2019
Participants will consider ways that we can respond to the cry of the Earth and the challenge to live sustainably. This will be explored within a mercy framework.
25 Years of the Reopening of the House of Mercy
Tue Sep 24 2019 - Thu Sep 26 2019
Celebrations will be held over 3 days as we recall the reopening of the House of Mercy. Details to follow. Save the dates!
Mercy Global Presence Exploration 2019
Mon Sep 30 2019 - Thu Oct 3 2019
Explore our unfolding understanding of Mercy Global Presence.
Comfort the Sick 2019
Mon Nov 4 2019 - Fri Nov 8 2019
Catherine demonstrated great tenderness to those who were sick. In the context of today's ethical challenges, explore the values that motivated Catherine and the early Mercy women to provide comfort to the sick.