I have been a full time volunteer at Lydia’s House through Mercy Volunteer Corps since August. Through my time and experiences, I have been able to truly frame what this organization means to me. This place is a safe space,…
I am a planner. I like to know not only my next direct step, but also the next 10 steps I need to take to reach my goal. And ever since I was a teenager, I knew that I wanted…
My second year of service with MVC has helped me understand vulnerability in new ways. I work with hospital chaplains as a Spiritual Care Assistant for Mercy Health in Cincinnati, Ohio. Prior to this experience in hospital ministry, I mostly…
One of my goals for my year with Mercy Volunteer Corp was to try new things. While I have experienced many new places, people, and activities one stands out so far. As part of our orientation, we learned what is…
When people ask me why I decided to do a year of service with Mercy Volunteer Corps, I usually start by saying that my journey here was not typical. I came to the program very late, with only a few…