Committed to living Gospel values, we create a community of faith. We foster a positive and loving environment where children, staff, and families grow in faith through:
- Religion Curriculum
- Reflection and Prayer
- Liturgies
- Peacemaker of the Month Award
- Monthly Service Project
- Rosary Club
- Altar Service
With the support of our families, the guidance of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and the confidence of our commitment to Catholic education, Our Lady of Mercy Regional Catholic School students demonstrate:
FAITH when they
- build on their strong foundation of prayer and continue to cultivate and nurture a personal relationship with God
- model the Gospel values and are active participants in the worship life of the Church
- make an on-
going commitment to actively support their faith community - exhibit and apply an understanding of the Catholic virtues in their daily lives
- have character and integrity demonstrating Christ-
like love for everyone - keep God as the center of their lives as they strive for self-
discipline and a positive self- image as a person of faith
KNOWLEDGE when they
- maintain a curiosity and love of learning
- value education and seek out new challenges
- think critically, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively
- continue to actively evaluate their own learning to meet the challenges of their continued educational goals
- develop into well-
rounded individuals with strong work ethics that will enable them to contribute positively to the future work force of the 21st Century
LEADERSHIP when they
- inspire positive behavior in others and exercise positive influence on those around them
- champion for justice and speak out against social injustice as advocates for those who cannot speak for themselves
- are positive role models in their communities as ethical and moral citizens
- contribute their intellectual, artistic, and athletic gifts to their communities
- exhibit mercy, compassion, and understanding as leaders in their communities
- set a Christian example to their peers by their courage of conviction and their ability to enlist the support of others for the common good
SERVICE when they
- follow Jesus’ example to serve others
- share their unique gifts and talents for the good of the community around them
- practice the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy in their daily lives