More Than Roommates: A Reflection on Community
I have long struggled with a sense that I am not good enough and will never live up to my own expectations or those of others. Though I was excited to begin work at my service site and to get…
A Time Divided: How I Live My Faith
I recall a story from a few weeks ago during one of our major distributions that truly opened my eyes to the realities of injustice. I work with Mercy Brown Bag Program which provides low-income seniors in Alameda County, California…
Teaching Middle School: The Warmth of Friendship
The most life-giving aspect of my service is by far the students. It is fascinating to watch them progress in their understanding and develop their interests. I also enjoy creating lessons that best serve their needs and likes. I am…
Living Simply in Solidarity
On more than one occasion, my supervisor at my volunteer placement has pointed out the irony; we spend so much time bringing clients to the county Department of Human Services office in order to help them apply for their welfare…
Dear Future Mercy Volunteer
Dear future Mercy Volunteer, It feels like just yesterday when I got accepted into Mercy Volunteer Corps and started my one-year adventure, and now it’s halfway over. Time flies when you’re having fun. The one piece of advice I would…