The House of Mercy

Making a Difference

In 1985, Sister Grace Miller could see that homelessness was a big problem in Rochester, N.Y. And there weren't enough shelters to meet the need. So she went to work. And with help from the Sisters of Mercy, she opened a shelter in a small house on Central Park just north of downtown Rochester. "As soon as we opened the door, people flooded in," she recalls.

The House of Mercy now provides a wide range of valuable services to more than 4,000 people a month. Its unique and compassionate approach to assistance has attracted a growing number of supporters throughout the community.

Operating around the clock on a shoestring budget with a very small team, the House of Mercy continues to be a beacon of hope for the poorest of the poor. We never give up on the people we serve.

For more information, contact The House of Mercy at (585) 482-1065 or fill out our online form to let us know how you can help Make a Difference.

The House of Mercy's New Arisings sing "On Time God"

New Arisings is a singing group from The House of Mercy in Rochester, New York. "On Time God" was sung at their "5th Cafe Night" on July 24, 2009, with Juicy as the lead singer on this piece. Juicy's white glove is a tribute to Michael Jackson.

The House of Mercy Dinner Dance

Please join us for the Most heart-warming event of the year - The House of Mercy Dinner Dance. Our biggest fund-raiser of the year will take place on December 4, 2009 at the Lodge on the Green. Please download our flyer for more information!

News Letter - Fall 2009

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Employment Opportunities

The House of Mercy is currently looking for qualified applicants to fill the following positions: