Valiant Women

A selection of stories documenting our Newfoundland Mercy Story from our arrival in 1842 can be accessed from this page.

We remember these people, places and events with gratitude for the witness they bear to the dedication of Sisters of Mercy over the years.

25 November 2024

Sister M. Dominic Doyle

(Mary) Sarah Doyle, daughter of Bridget Kiely and James Doyle was born on August 7 1882 in Margaree, Nova Scotia. …

8 November 2024

Sister M. Xaverius Dowsley

Elizabeth A. M. Dowsley, only daughter of Ellen Mullaly and George Dowsley, was born in St. John’s on June 26, …

19 October 2024

Sister M. Alphonsus McNamara

Mary McNamara, daughter of John McNamara and Mary Ann Hogan was born on May 28, 1897 in Low Point, Conception …

20 September 2024

Sister M. Borgia Laughlan

Catherine (Katie) Laughlan, the only daughter of Catherine and Charles Laughlan of County Tipperary, was born in St. John’s. Very …

7 September 2024

Sister M. Augustine O’Connor

Bridget O’Connor, daughter of Patrick and Mary O’Connor was born in Witless Bay on May 30, 1895. She received her …

Sister M. Brigid Hoey

Mary Hoey was born in November of 1874, the oldest of twelve children. She was educated by the Sisters of …