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Mercy Home for Boys & Girls was honored by the readers of Catholic Digest, a nationally-distributed magazine that explores the work of faith and God in our everyday lives.

Each year, Catholic Digest readers choose a Catholic charitable organization to receive the annual “Love Your Neighbor Award.” This award recognizes the invaluable work of Catholic charities around the world and is accompanied by a $5,000 cash gift. We are so grateful that readers chose Mercy Home for this year’s honor.

The magazine’s monthly “Love Your Neighbor” section spotlights charities that are making a difference those in need, told often through the personal stories of those who have been impacted. In 2006, “Love Your Neighbor” shared the story of Mercy Home alumna, Kristina. Last August, Catholic Digest revisited her story for an update. Kristina continues to flourish and is preparing to serve her adopted country in the United States Army.

The magazine also featured another youth in 2008. Many thanks to Catholic Digest, to its faithful readers, and to editor Julie Rattey, who has been so kind in sharing the challenges and triumphs of our young people. We are also very grateful to Kristina for bravely sharing her story in order to give back and help us raise more friends and supporters of this life-saving mission.


http://www.mercyhome.org/blog/2011/09/28/catholic-digest-reader-vote-love-mercy-home/