In 1970, seven Sisters of Mercy formed an experimental community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, implementing these elements.
As of 2015 the community numbers about 100 members and has houses in several states as well as Germany, Australia and Italy.
[3] Sacred Heart Mercy Health Care Center (SHMHCC) is a non-profit Michigan corporation founded by the Religious Sisters of Mercy of Alma, Michigan.
was among the 40 theologians and philosophers Pope Francis named to the International Theological Commission on Sept. 23, 2014.
She is one of five women, and two Americans named to the commission that was set up in 1969 to advise the pope and Vatican on doctrinal issues.