In the early 1800s the Sisters of Mercy...
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In the early 1800s the Sisters of Mercy were organized in Ireland. Up until this time all nuns who belonged to religious orders lived cloistered in monasteries. The Sisters of Mercy broke with this tradition when they left the convent and began works of mercy and service to those residing in the community. For this reason they were called the Walking Sisters.
When Isaiah spoke the words, "Here am I, send me!" he was speaking for all Christians and our willingness to be servants of the Lord. In speaking those words all of us become Walking Sisters.
When Isaiah spoke the words, "Here am I, send me!" he was speaking for all Christians and our willingness to be servants of the Lord. In speaking those words all of us become Walking Sisters.
