Traditionally on the Wednesday before Mercy Day we hold a short liturgy at the Lilydale Cemetery where many of the Mercy Sisters are buried. This year was particularly special as it is 160 years since the Mercy Sisters arrived in Victoria. Despite the wind and the rain we had a beautiful liturgy remembering the wonderful work and example of the Sisters who have gone before us. We were blessed to have many current Mercy Sisters in attendance.
The weather was certainly kinder to us on Friday 15 September when we were able to hold our Mercy Day celebrations. The Year 12 CSYMA group facilitated a liturgy for the whole College, reflecting on the message of mercy from the time of Catherine McAuley to the present day. Through music, dance, drama and story-telling they were able to deliver a very meaningful message about our story and our responsibilities to others. A day of activities, food, fun and talent then followed.
A huge thank you to all who contributed to the day. It takes an enormous amount of work to run such a successful day and the Mount Lilydale Mercy College Community certainly would have made Catherine McAuley proud. The great teamwork of students, staff, parents and friends of the community resulted in us raising approximately $14,000 for Mercy Works.
