Visit to Sisters of Nazarareth Convent

This past weekend I attended a Sisters of Mercy retreat at the Sisters of Nazareth Convent somewhere in Kentucky. What a beautiful campus. Then we went to the Trapest monestary where we got to see the monks chant-- of course we had to be very quiet. In the gift shop they sell items made by the monks and I bought some yummy peanut brittle and some bourbon fudge. I don't think the fudge cooked out, or maybe they added it after it was cooked. I think I had a little buzz after eating the fudge...

At any rate, I learned more about the pupose of the Sisters of Mercy and their worldwide and domestic activities. Very similar to the goals of the Bahai's.

Mercy Associate

8/25/06
I'm in the process of becoming a Mercy Associate, which is not limited to a particular faith. The Sisters of Mercy was started by Sister Catherine MaCaulley in Ireland.

Mercy Association is a mutually enriching relationship between Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and women and men who seek to respond to the universal call to Gospel holiness through sharing in the spirit and mission of Mercy.

Associates make a commitment to Mercy through a formal covenant. Each Associate extends the mission of Mercy, while maintaining an independent lifestyle. Associates participate in service to the poor, sick and uneducated. Associates share mutual opportunities for friendship, prayer, hospitality and celebration with the Sisters of Mercy. They also nurture the Associate community by sharing time, talent, treasure and presence with each other.

For more information about the Sisters of Mercy visit http://www.sistersofmercy.org/