Mercy Definition

My favorite definition of Mercy is, “a blessing that is an act of divine favor or compassion” to me, this exemplifies what Gwynedd is all about and what I am growing to become. From the minute I walked in the door at Gwynedd I’ve felt surrounded by mercy; from the faculty and staff, to students, to events like these that allow us to show our mercy to others. Mercy to me is something everyone has, but they will have to grow and appreciate it to become a women of mercy and to show mercy to those who are not as fortunate as us. When I was a freshman I knew mercy was important, but I did not understand how to be a women of mercy. Then came sophomore year and I started to see things differently, got past that transition period, and saw how I could …show more content…
Gwynedd offers so many different opportunities to show mercy; recently, I’ve gone to women of hope, solana, manna on main street, and Saint Malachy school. At these places I played bingo with the elderly, helped a school transition to a new building, helped feed the hungry, and painted pumpkins with elderly women. I also have a love for math, and often help my fellow classmates and underclassmen when they’re struggling. Recently, one of the freshman who I am friends with has really been struggling with the transition into high school and making new friends. One day she really couldn’t take it anymore and broke down, but felt comfortable enough to come to me and ask for help. I told her that freshman year is tough, but if you keep pushing and trying your hardest, you will be okay and will grow. In my opinion this is another type of mercy that people may forget is actually “mercy.” Mercy has almost a stigma on it that it always has to do with helping the less fortunate, people who live in poverty, or people who are ill; but this isn’t all it is, it’s showing compassion to those in times of need. As I’ve shown mercy, I’ve also received mercy. I would say I’m a pretty happy, bubbly person, so one day when I wasn’t, one of the teachers, Miss Schaffer, who I’m fairly close with and have known since last year, was a little concerned. She knew something was off and asked what …show more content…
It’s a simple word with a million layers. It’s something I’ve grown to appreciate and understand, but if I am fortunate enough to go on this service trip I know that this appreciation and understanding will only grow. I thank Gwynedd for bring me joy, showing me who I really am, and helping me grow everyday. This merciful community has given me so much and I know by going on this service trip I will be able to give something back. I’ve received mercy from mercy, and if I get to go on this service trip I’ll be able to show mercy from