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Catholic Identity in Action

Catholic Identity in Action

Sister Mary Nika Schaumber is no stranger to the religious life. She entered religious life in 1969, and in the 50 years since, she has become a canon lawyer and worked to address ethical and moral issues surrounding health care.   what it means to have a...

Serving God’s Children

Serving God’s Children

As a young woman, Sister Mary Rafqa Boulos was never asked if she considered the religious life. Still, the pull was there. “I always felt that God was asking me to serve others,” she remembers. That may be why she decided to pursue a career in medicine, but while...

The Power of Grace and Prayer

The Power of Grace and Prayer

November 11, 2022 | Part 3 of 3 Oliver was transferred to the Pediatric ICU. At the suggestion of the Sisters of Mercy, the family requested that Oliver be Baptized, and the Sister who had been attending to the family arranged for this to happen. Oliver was Baptized...

A Heavenly Favor for Oliver

A Heavenly Favor for Oliver

November 11, 2022 | Part 2 of 3 Baby Oliver was born August 3, 2015 the first child of his young parents, he was a perfect baby and beloved by the whole extended family. In addition to caring for Oliver, Oliver’s mother aided in the round-the-clock care for her...