June 4, 2022 will forever be one of my favorite days. Not only did I renew my wedding vows with my husband, Josh, but I was in the presence of many who represent Mercy to me. While I was brought…
Some gifts are hard to see The heart pumping blood throughout the body The liver digesting what we put in These gifts are not always visible I often choose not to acknowledge these gifts He told me that faith without…
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,…
Where do you find your sanctuary? As I embarked on the journey I began at the beginning of my service year in San Francisco, I was seeking out a place where I could find my own sanctuary. Luckily, I found…
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…