“In May of this year, I started my journey here at Mercy. Over the past six months, past all the tears, the prayers that were prayed over me and the ones I whispered that no one knew about. Past all the growing pains, I learned something. The pain that I was in then, is what God wanted to heal so that I could experience His joy. I’m reminded of that very thing this holiday season. I know that this time of year is hard for a lot of people and it has been for me at times, but being at Mercy, surrounded by people who have been my family since I’ve come here, has been healing and comforting. Something that I haven’t always experienced during the holidays. Even the little things like decorating cookies or encouraging each other to say what we’re thankful for have brought peace to my life. The staff have continued to encourage us and point us to Jesus. I’m thankful to God for using Mercy to bring the healing that only He could bring.” – 2025 Mercy Resident