Mercy Education System Of The Americas (Mesa) Affiliation
Mercy Education unites and serves 55 schools in six countries and one territory. MSJCHS became an affiliate member in July 2021.
The Mission of MESA
The mission of Mercy Education is recognized as providing moral and intellectual support to the schools traditionally founded and staffed by the Sisters of Mercy. Mercy Education schools, like MSJCHS, have shown evidence of living the Charism of Mercy as inspired by the Spirit and the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy.
The Mercy Education System of the Americas is rooted in the Gospel, through the Catholic faith and the Mercy charism. Inspired by Catherine McAuley, Mercy Education nurtures highly competent and deeply compassionate leaders ready to serve a vulnerable world.
The Mission of MESA is expressed through:
Mercy Charism
The school’s identity and practice is firmly rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy and their foundress, Catherine McAuley.
Catholic Identity
The school gives evidence of its Catholic Identity in its curricular offerings, prayer and liturgical life, retreats and service opportunities.
The Core Values
MESA recognizes five Core Values which form the hallmarks of a Mercy Education. “These are the ideals we stand up for and strive to live up to. We hold ourselves to these standards as an institution, as a community and as individuals. Each value is interconnected and necessary as we take Mercy into the world.”
Compelled By Mercy
Compassion
Having concern for the needs of all, including those outside our immediate circle.
Empathy
Putting yourself in someone else’s shoes to understand their feelings and perspectives.
Responsibility to Serve
Fulfilling the duty to not just care about others, but to take action on their behalf.
Educational Courage
Curiosity
Being open to other ways of seeing the world and exploring new ideas.
Personal Accountability
Staying disciplined in decision-making, proactive in correcting mistakes and self-motivated in our studies.
Critical Thinking
Gathering and objectively evaluating and analyzing information through reflection and reason.
Inspired by Faith
Spirituality
Developing a personal relationship with a loving, merciful God, expressed in service and respecting other faiths.
Modeling of Jesus Christ & Catherine McAuley
Living life with abundant love, compassion, generosity and hospitality, demonstrating the strength of infinite mercy.
Ethical & Moral
Following a personal code based on Gospel values that guides action and choices.
Principled Leadership
Integrity
Standing up for or doing what’s right, including when it’s difficult or unpopular.
Lifelong Learning
Always learning something new, gaining skills and wanting to know more, in all walks of life.
Emotional Intelligence
Recognizing and welcoming emotions within ourselves and others to build resilience and healthy relationships.
A Voice For Dignity and Respect
Grace
Allowing others to be fully human without judgment, while honoring what is God-like within each person.
Advocate
Being a forceful defender, supporter and sometimes spokesperson for the values and people we hold dear.
Inclusivity.
Going beyond tolerance to embrace diversity, while accepting and serving with open arms.
