The aim of the YMA is to follow in the footsteps of Christ so that we become active, caring members of the Mercy family, under the protection of Our Lady of Mercy.
The Maghull group at the 175th Anniversary in Westminster Cathedral
Our Mercy badge and banner symbolise the Risen Christ who is the Light of the World.
The Mercy Cross is central, symbolising God’s Mercy flowing from Calvary.
A quote from Catherine McAuley highlights how important the Cross is, representative of the sacrifice Jesus made for humanity: “Without the Cross, the real crown cannot come.”
The badge and banner were designed by the North Shields YMA, which is representative of their outward commitment to follow in the footsteps of Christ, aided by the spirit of Catherine McAuley.
The Youth Mercy Associate Groups provide a link between young people and the Mercy Congregation.
The Youth Mercy Associates wish to follow in the footsteps of Jesus …
The message of hope requires the individual to try and live their lives in the image of Catherine McAuley. This entails being:
And an Enlightened star ... as Catherine was.