Celebrating her Jubilee as a Sister of Mercy for 75 years
Thank you, Sister Rosemary, for making a difference and caring for so many in need for the past 75 years, especially for the children and adults of Misericordia and their families who have been a blessed part of your journey since 1969.
To hear more about Sister Rosemary's journey, listen to a Conversation with David Axelrod.
Misericordia will be celebrating Nurses Week from May 6th – 12th with the delivery of bakery goods and meals, raffles, and employee gifts. The nursing staff includes:
Nurses/Nurse Practitioners/Nursing Secretaries who manage the day-to-day health of the residents and provide campus-wide care 24/7, 365 days a year. There are over 130 nurses, including LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses), RNs (Registered Nurses), and BSNs (Bachelor of Science in Nursing).
We are asking that families write notes of thanks and appreciation to the staff and email them to us at
Shannon, Quinlan, Rosemary, Connelly, Mercy Glen, and McGowan families: please indicate that your notes are for Main Campus South Nursing
Click here to read the March 2024 Campus Connections Newsletter and to catch up on any past ones you've missed.
Don't miss Fr Jack's "State of the State" comments. Link on page 1.
Hello, MFA members!
There was a great turnout and a lot of fantastic energy in the room for our General Membership Meeting on Sunday. Thanks to all for attending, volunteering, and participating. Special thanks to Jim Capraro, video wizard, for creating the slide presentations and for recording and editing the meeting for your viewing enjoyment. Our thanks also goes to Pam Capraro for organizing and executing the wonderful welcoming meeting for new families.
We would like to call your attention to three items which were discussed at the meeting and which make us feel particularly blessed to be a part of the MFA:
For those of you who missed the meeting, it is available to view by clicking this link:
During April, the following departments are being recognized, and there will be an appreciation luncheon on Thursday, April 18th for most of the departments:
Housekeeping whose work impacts the quality of life for our residents and the entire community.
Laundry which provides clean linens and clothing to many areas on campus.
Kitchen/Food Services which prepare meals for residents on campus, as well as Misericordia events and special events.
Misericordia Businesses which include the Greenhouse Inn Restaurant, Heartstrings Gift Shop, the Sweetheart Shoppe in Glenview, and the Hearts and Flour Bakery Drive Thru & Café.
Bakery whose hand-working staff produces the delicious baked goods that Misericordia is famous for while supporting the residents who work in the Bakery.
Security which works around the clock to ensure that Misericordia is safe for the residents and staff.
Please send us your notes of thanks and appreciation to the staff in each of these departments as soon as possible. (Please don’t name individual staff as not all staff will receive a mention.) We will compile them and share them with the staff prior to the luncheon. Email us at
Click here to read the March 2024 Campus Connections Newsletter and to catch up on any past ones you've missed.
The Campus Connections Employee Monthly Review Newsletter will follow a new format and schedule. It will now be distributed at the end of the month to provide staff with sufficient time to learn about and seek clarification on important organizational news. This also helps Campus Connection capture weekly events and stories about our staff and residents, as requested by readers. So please look for us in Mis Biz, following the last Wednesday of the month. And as always, thank you for reading!
Click here to read the Misericordia Spring 2024 Newsletter.
by Katie Jennings
The Misericordia Young Professionals Council (MYPC) supports the Misericordia community and its fundraising efforts while meeting new people and having fun! The MYPC consists of young professionals in their 20s and 30s and is based in Chicago.
MYPC members are involved in on-campus volunteer opportunities with Misericordia residents, such as the CILA BBQ, Shannon Apartments Pumpkin Painting, and creating centerpieces for the Irish Fellowship Luncheon in the Bakery. The MYPC also plans and hosts multiple fundraising social events, e.g. Summer Party, Holiday Party, and the Red Heart Bash, to raise money for Misericordia.
The MYPC's biggest fundraiser of the year is the Red Heart Bash. This year, the Red Heart Bash will take place on Friday, April 12 at Walden Chicago, starting at 7 PM. The Red Heart Bash is a cocktail style event with an open bar, food, a live band, and more! All are welcome and we encourage you to attend and bring your friends!
If you are interested in joining the MYPC, please fill out your information here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPLryLn0Bc8CJJ7VAVuOgx5wKX27kSFIuGA_VIJ0RPihvIfw/viewform
If you are interested in purchasing a ticket to the 2024 Red Heart Bash, you may buy your ticket here: https://e.givesmart.com/events/ANj/
Dear Staff and Families,
I’m sorry it has been so long since I have written. I broke two ribs right after Christmas and ended up in the hospital. Then, I returned home for a long recuperation. I am fully back now and going to the gym several days a week. Thank God for health.
We have been glad to welcome Kevin Knoll to our staff as our General Counsel. He will be coordinating all of Misericordia’s legal issues, such as contracts and the like. Our hope is that he will form a committee of attorneys that is connected with us to help him in directing our needs. We have already met with the Cardinal’s staff of Legal Services and have begun a good relationship with them.
WE SENT A SURVEY. YOU RESPONDED. WE HEARD YOU LOUD AND CLEAR! YOU WANT TO GET TOGETHER… LIVE… IN PERSON! THIS IS YOUR CHANCE. THIS IS YOUR MEETING! YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS!
WHEN? Sunday, April 14th
WHERE? Misericordia’s Jean Marie Ryan Center
WHAT’S HAPPENING?
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