Did you know...the Sisters of Mercy were founded in 1831 on a bequest to Catherine McAuley, our foundress. Motivated by a passion to help the poor, Catherine used this gift to establish the House of Mercy in Dublin. She left a legacy that now begins its third century of healing and hope. You can follow in Catherine’s footsteps by joining The Legacy Society. Enroll as a lifetime member through a transfer of assets such as: • A bequest in a will • A life insurance policy where the Sisters of Mercy, Regional Community of New York is named as a beneficiary • A life income gift such as a gift annuity or charitable remainder trust • A gift of your residence or other property • A lifetime membership certificate in your name suitable for framing • Appropriate recognition at Mercy events and in Mercy publications • Regular updates on Sisters of Mercy news and estate planning issues • Invitations to Sisters of Mercy events throughout the New York Region • Remembrance in the daily prayers of the Sisters of Mercy If you become a Charter Member of The Legacy Society, our Sisters will remember you each month at a special Mass for benefactors. You will also have the opportunity to build a personal relationship with a Mercy Prayer Partner, a Sister of Mercy you can speak, pray with and get to know. It’s a wonderful way to grow spiritually while enjoying all the other benefits of membership. <-- Back