Forming A New Home Away From Home
When I first started as a Mercy Volunteer, I was nervous about moving somewhere I had never lived before. I wouldn't know many people, and I wasn't sure I would get the opportunity to meet many others. I would be…
Working Alongside Strong Women
My name is Shawna and I am nearing the end of my service year at Maryhouse, an organization of Loaves & Fishes. At Maryhouse our mission is to extend radical hospitality to the women and children seeking our services. As…
The Value of Service
When I decided to do a year of service at Maryhouse I thought it would be similar to my past jobs working with the homeless population. But, being a Mercy Volunteer at Maryhouse is unlike anything I have ever done…
Lessons Learned: #Growing
There have already been so many ups and downs, realizations, and lessons and I have only been here for 7 months! Wild! Adjusting to different community dynamics as well as starting a new job 3 months into my year of…
Finding Comfort In Being Uncomfortable
“You don’t fear change. You fear the unknown. If you knew the future would be great, you’d welcome change to get there. Well, the future IS great. Proceed.” -Joe Vitale New This Year: City State House Roommates Monthly Budget No…