Issue 1.10 - June 30, 2025
If you haven’t started already, now is the time to dive into detailed planning for your Mercy Event. As we move closer to the date, early preparation will ensure your event runs smoothly, reflects the message of hope, and provides a meaningful experience for your community. From securing a location to gathering volunteers and promoting your event, each step taken now sets the stage for success. Let’s work together to make this a powerful expression of God’s mercy in action!
PROGRESS UPDATE
Together we've reached over 600,000 acts of mercy! Thank you for participating in this good work, what a blessing for our community!
EVENT PLANNING FOCUS
Consider organizing your event around both Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy to engage various age groups as well as participants with different interests and abilities.
- Select your event location (parish hall, school lunchroom, or partner organization)
- Decide which Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy to highlight
- Determine what activities you'll host for each selected work
- Begin identifying volunteer needs for each station/activity
MERCY TIP OF THE WEEK
Place your event on WBVM 90.5 - MySpiritFM "Community Calendar" and the DOSP Calendar.
BOOST PARTICIPATION
Mercy Activities for Busy People
Are your participants short on time? They can still make a big impact! The Mercy Challenge is for everyone—even the busiest hearts. Here are quick and meaningful ways they get involved, no matter their schedule.
Quick Mercy Ideas:
- Develop "Mercy on the Go" cards with suggestions for for simple acts that can be done quickly
- Offer "Lunch Break Mercy" ideas that can be done during a work break
- Suggest "Bedtime Mercy Moments" for families with busy schedules
- Provide "Weekend Warrior" mercy projects for those with weekday commitments
Practical Suggestions:
- Send an encouraging text to someone going through a difficult time
- Pray for specific intentions during daily commutes
- Leave positive notes for coworkers or family members
- Add one item to your grocery cart to donate each shopping trip
- Take 5 minutes to call an elderly relative or friend
Remember: Intergenerational activities not only multiply acts of mercy but also strengthen your community bonds!
EVENT PLANNING RESOURCES
The following resources can be found in the toolkit:
- Event Planning Timeline
- Station Activity Ideas
- Community Partners
- Leadership Planning Worksheet
