Spiritual Life

List of 8 items.

• Eucharistic Liturgies

  Eucharistic liturgies are celebrated throughout the year on holy days of obligation and for sacred Mercy traditions such as Mercy Day, Golden Mass, May Day, and Rose Mass.  
  
  In addition to rooting us in our Catholic identity, Masses also enable students to demonstrate spiritual leadership and be role models for their peers by serving as lectors, cantors, and altar servers.

• Prayerful Community

  Prayerful community is nourished through daily prayer each morning over the announcements, prayer to begin each class, and prayer services for various significant occasions. Many of these prayers are student-led ensuring that they are authentic and relevant for our community of faith.

• Student Engagement

  Student engagement is a key component of the Campus Ministry program. Middle school students are invited to participate in monthly CMC (Campus Ministry Community) gatherings to share and grow their faith. High school students are able to join CMB (Campus Ministry Board).  
  
  CMB members cultivate their own spiritual growth through an annual retreat and monthly faith sharing small groups. They act as liturgical ministers during school Masses, assist with morning prayer, and lead Campus Ministry projects such as Christmas Baskets and Mission Month fundraisers.

• Retreats

  Retreats are held annually. All students participate in their grade level retreat on a designated school day. Seniors enjoy an off-campus overnight class retreat in the Spring. Taking this time away from normal academic routines enables students to deepen their relationships with God and one another.

• Ministry Days

  Ministry Days are a key component of our middle school program. Three times each year, 6th - 8th grade students spend a morning being of service at a local organization and reflecting on the significance of that experience of faith in action. These days strive to give our students a heart for service that will last long beyond their time at Mercy.

• Our Mercy Identity

  Our Mercy Identity is honored and strengthened especially through our attention to the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy. Each March we strive to educate and inspire our students during Critical Concerns Week when they engage in prayer, workshops, and activities to deepen the understanding of and commitment to the issues of Earth, Women, Nonviolence, Racism, and Immigration.

• Faculty & Staff Faith Formation

  Faculty & staff faith formation begins at the start of each school year with a mini-retreat focusing on the school year theme and continues with an annual full-day retreat to enrich our spirituality and build a faith-filled community of colleagues committed to the mission of Mercy.

• Pastoral Care

  Pastoral care is offered to students and staff who are facing illness, loss, or other significant challenges. The director of campus ministry welcomes prayer requests and is available as a supportive presence.