Formation is an intentional, ongoing, and reflective process focused on furthering God’s mission through Mercy Wellsprings. It ensures that the ministries governed by Mercy Wellsprings and its Boards remain faithful to the Gospel and to the charism of Mercy and to the spirit of Catherine McAuley.
Purpose of Formation
- Prepare leaders in the various ministries to assume full responsibility for those ministries
- Ensure that the ministries remain vibrant and faithful to the Gospel into the future
- Portray not just the Mercy story but how mercy is lived out in the values, relationships, structures, processes and programs of the organization
- Key elements
- Education
- Spiritual mentoring
- Professional development
- Reflection
- Dialogue
- Service
Core Content
- Identity and Mission
- Governance
- Spirituality
- Policies, Processes and Structures
