Who we are | Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of Australia

Who we are

Our story begins in Ireland on December 12, 1831 when Catherine McAuley, along with two companions, Anna Maria Doyle and Elizabeth Harley, professed their vows and became the first Sisters of Mercy. In 1846, just five years after Catherine's death, Sisters of Mercy made a foundation in Perth, Western Australia. The first Sisters of Mercy in Papua New Guinea came to Goroka from Australia in 1956.

ISMAPNG - Profile, Leadership

We are a community of Catholic Religious Sisters and partners in Mercy that are part of the ongoing mission of the compassionate Jesus.

We are a community of Catholic Religious Sisters and partners in Mercy that are part of the ongoing mission of the compassionate Jesus.

Our Foundress - Catherine McAuley

The founder of the Sisters of Mercy where our story began in 1827.

The founder of the Sisters of Mercy where our story began in 1827.

Mercy Spirituality

Prayer shapes our lives and our ministry.

Prayer shapes our lives and our ministry.

Orientation to Mercy Modules

Archives and Heritage

Explore our archives in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Explore our archives in Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk

Policies, Procedures and Contact Information

Policies, Procedures and Contact Information

Mercy International Association

Our Institute is part of the worldwide international entity: Mercy International Association.

Our Institute is part of the worldwide international entity: Mercy International Association.

Family Care Sisters