Welcome to the website of the Institute of Our Lady of Mercy

We are a diverse group of Roman Catholic women vowed to serve people in need, with particular concern for women and children.

Who we are

Recent news

Thousands Gather for The Act Now, Change Forever Lobby of Parliament

Members of Religious Orders, were among 5000 people from around the UK who gathered in Westminster to meet with MP’s as part of the Act Now…

Internet Blackout Appeal for Gaza

SILENCE FOR GAZA Dr Ezzideen, a medical doctor in Gaza (who posts on X ), has asked that beginning this weekend, we share this call to…

Volunteers Visit Alzheimer’s Society HQ

On Thursday Alzheimer’s Society invited the London volunteers to HQ to acknowledge the support they give and get feedback to improve the services offered. The photo…

What we do

The first Chapter of our original rule written in Catherine’s own handwriting states the original purpose for our existence as Sisters of Mercy.

The Sisters admitted to this Religious Congregation besides attending to their own perfection which is the principal end of all Religious Institutes should also have in view what is the peculiar characteristic of this

What we do