"A Mercy Gentle yet Strong" is a silent retreat led by Sr. Katherine Doyle, RSM, at Mercy Center, Frontenac,July 18-20, 2016. Registration: 8 a.m. Monday. Program concludes mid-afternoon Wednesday. Shakespeare tells us that mercy falls as "gentle rain upon the earth below"...it is twice blessed. It transforms brokenness into wholeness, extends its hands to raise those bowed down, and gives life to both receiver and giver. In this Extraordinary Year of Mercy, you are invited to explore the mystery of God's mercy through this guided retreat-a time of prayer, reflection, and sharing. Participants will listen to the cries for mercy around us, remember mercies received, and respond to the call to be mercy for the world. Presenter: Mary Katherine Doyle, RSM, is the Novice Minister for the Sisters of Mercy Novitiate in St. Louis. Trained in history and spirituality, she has ministered in education, communications, faith formation, spiritual, and retreat ministries. Total cost, including registration:Overnight: $275; Commuters: $175. For more information, contact: Sandy Meyer at smeyer@mercycenterstl.org or call (314) 966-4686.