Mercy Volunteer Corps

Please read the statement from the Sisters of Mercy Institute Leadership Team on the Chauvin verdict #BLM.

This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, please read the statement below and check out the resources document. We all have a commitment to our fellow #APPI community members and to the Mercy Critical Concern of anti-racism!

MVC will conclude our Social Justice Series with a conversation on a Mercy Critical Concern of anti-racism on Thursday, May 20th at 7:30 PM ET/4:30 PM PT. Join this discussion on anti-racism efforts of the Mercy Community. Members of the Institute Justice Team for Anti-Racism and Race Equity from Sisters of Mercy of the Americas will lead reflection, share resources, and actions for on-going anti-racism work. Check out our website for details and don’t forget to RSVP!

The People's Water Board Coalition (PWBC) advocates for the human right to water and sanitation with equitable access and affordability because water is life. As a Mercy Volunteer you can serve with #Detroit PWBC to organize community forums, press conferences, monthly meetings, presentations, demonstrations, legislative visits, and manage the social media. This unique advocacy opportunity is still available so considering applying on our website: https://buff.ly/2CrIRts! #ServiceSpotlight

Happy #MothersDay! This year we are especially grateful to all mothers of our current Mercy Volunteers. MVC continues to be inspired by our volunteers’ determination to spread their love and service to those on the margins. Thank you mothers and guardians for raising such compassionate souls!

Happy #NursesDay to our Mercy Volunteers both past and present! We are forever grateful for your compassionate service, courage in the face of challenges, and care for those in need. Visit our website to see what our nurses are up to and the other healthcare opportunities available!

Let’s check in with St. Michaels Association for Special Education (SMASE) alumni ‘17, Abby and Mike, in the Navajo Nation! SMASE provides comprehensive day and residential services for Diné children and young adults with moderate to severe disabilities. Mercy Volunteers serve on a team of teachers, therapists, and aides to provide education to develop functional and daily living skills. This amazing opportunity is still open to applicants so apply today at mercyvolunteers.org/apply!

Join us tonight at 8PM EST to hear Mercy Volunteers and alumni serving in schools talk about their experiences and answer your questions about campus ministry, tutoring, and teaching. Learn about opportunities to serve across the US while growing personally and professionally. See you tonight!

Join us on February 8th at 8PM EST to hear Mercy Volunteers and alumni serving in schools talk about their experiences and answer your questions about campus ministry, tutoring, and teaching. Learn about opportunities to serve across the US while growing personally and professionally. See you all then!

Who is dreaming of summer?

Did you know that Mercy Volunteers qualify for discounts and scholarships for graduate school? Awards range from 10-100% off tuition!

We look forward to seeing you tonight at Mercy Volunteer Corps' Social Justice Series at 7pm EST. Anne Curtis RSM will discuss the critical concern for the care for earth and the initiatives of Mercy Ecology. Learn about opportunities to engage in earth justice work including a summer of service with MVC at Mercy EcoSpirituality Center.

Have you considered where people experiencing homelessness 'stay-at-home' during COVID-19? Alumna Kelsi writes about her experience as an RN supervising an Isolation and Quarantine Center (IQ) in the Seattle area. She writes "Although the IQ centers are set up for anyone who needs to use them, it’s typically only the most vulnerable individuals who show up at our doors, as they do not have adequate support systems to lean on, homes to quarantine in, or money for a hotel room for two weeks of isolation." Read more on the blog!

Mercy Volunteer Travis serving in Cincinnati reflects on his experience with community spirituality night. Travis writes: "This experience has helped me to think more deeply about what it means to live for God. It has also made me think more about what it means to pray and to feel a connection with God."

Yesterday, we proudly cast our ballots and voted with Mercy. Today, we are challenged to remember our theme for this year 'Active Hope'. We hope today you are ready. Ready to discover reasons for hope, occasions for love, and the size and strength of our hearts. Together we are Mercy!

Happy Election Day! If you’re going to the polls remember to #vote safely and #votewithmercy by following these steps: 1. Wear a mask and social distance 2. Bring water, a snack, and a little patience. It might be a long wait but your voice matters! 3. If you see someone on the margins being questioned, subjected to aggressive behavior, or turned away call a hotline and report it. Hotline numbers are in our story. ... MVC is praying for all poll workers today and we’re grateful to each of you living Mercy and seeking justice by voting! #vote2020 #election2020

MVC alumna Meghan writes "Voting is all about listening; it is intentionally taking time to hear what our hearts are drawn to in seeking a more just world; it is listening to those who are disenfranchised and not allowed a voice in the voting process. It is casting a vote to say you matter, we matter, what we believe in matters. Listening with our vote is a gesture of welcoming and inclusion as we join together to recognize our shared lineage and our unique circumstances." . . . Read the rest of Meghan's blog on the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas website. Make sure to comment to let us know you plan to #votewithmercy!

Join us TONIGHT at 7:30pm EST for a Q&A with MVC alumni! We're answering questions about serving with Mercy, the benefits of volunteering, and how a year of service can impact your career. Join us on YouTube: https://buff.ly/31rIqeO

Thank you to all of our amazing alumni who attended alumni retreat this past weekend! You give us hope for the future as you continue to live mercy and seek justice!

There's only one week left until the election! So why does voting - and voter suppression - matter? Learn more on the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas blog and find out how YOU can get involved!

MVC is so proud of our alumni for helping to get out the vote! Thank you, Ronnie, for sharing your incredible wisdom and reminding us all of the importance of voting!

MVC alumna writes "Cognizant of the struggle many people face to exercise their right to cast a ballot in this country, young people I know are willing to fight for it. We are ready for our voices to be heard. The first step is voting - in person, by mail or via ballot drop box - in the upcoming election on November 3!" . . . What's important to you when voting? Leave a comment on the blog letting us know! #VoteWithMercy #GoVote

MVC alumna Danielle Daguio wants you to GO VOTE! Watch her video below and share with your friends and family. How are you participating in election day this year? Comment below

Mercy Volunteer John writes "My service site is with AJAPO (Acculturation for Justice, Access, and Peace Outreach), a refugee resettlement agency. I do enjoy the work and I feel that it is rewarding. To be honest though, it was a rocky start. Case Management is a lot of work, and it has taken some time to get used to how things work in the Agency. I do feel however, that I am growing more comfortable with this position and as time goes by I will get better and better at it, so I am encouraged." Read more on our blog!

Have you RSVP'd for Spirituality Night tonight?! Yoga and Meditation starts at 8pm EST. Head over to our website to RSVP for your link: www.mercyvolunteers.org/community.

San Francisco Mercy Volunteer Isaac writes "I think it is my community’s sense of play that has nourished my soul the most. This ability to recognize and experience spirituality through play reminded me of a quote by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. In his book, The Little Prince, he writes, All grown-ups were once childrenbut only few of them remember it." Read Isaac's full blog on our website!

Watch MVC's information session! Learn more about a year of service, the benefits of Mercy Volunteer Corps (MVC), and where Mercy Volunteers serve. Staff member Andrea answers questions from professional development to expenses covered by MVC. Still have questions? Email [email protected].