St Teresa’s Mercy School was founded in 1930 by the Sisters of Mercy. Mercy
Education has a long and rich history. One finds its roots in Ireland in the ministry
of Catherine McAuley, the foundress of the Sisters of Mercy and her co-workers.
These works of Mercy established by Catherine and her followers were marked by a
special concern for the needs of the poor, especially women and children.
Mercy education, faithful to this tradition, continues to this day. This ministry
has continued for over 170 years. Schools are located in 20 states in the continental
US, throughout South America, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Ireland and
Britain.
Mercy schools, although geographically and culturally diverse, share a common heritage,
legacy and mission. Committed to meeting the current needs of children, young women
and men, Mercy education remains a vital component of the Sisters of Mercy and their
co-ministers.
To read more about Mercy Education Worldwide please visit
www.netmercyed.org;
www.sistersofmercy.ie
and
www.mercyworld.org.