The heart of the Mercy Exchange lay in the open, engaging, discerning, and fruitful table conversations centred around the Mercy Charism and legacy.
Former Deputy Director of Catholic Education and Mercy Sister Joan Buckham RSM will be remembered for her dedication and commitment to education, serving as Principal at numerous schools and colleges, including Our Lady of Lourdes Nollamara, Ursula Frayne College and Aranmore College.
Sisters of Mercy delivered education, welfare and health services in Perth and beyond without judgement; caring for all.
In celebration of the 175 anniversary of the Mercy Sisters arrival in Western Australia,
Sr Joan Smith RMS gave the following account of their incredible journey at a Mass on 8 January.