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A Time for Heroes
October 29, 2026 • This October, the city’s thoroughfares filled with 55,000 determined athletes who took on the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon....
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The Power of Repair
October 29, 2026 • Author: Mark Schmeltzer Relationships lie at the center of nearly everything we do at Mercy Home for Boys & Girls....
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Calvin’s Fresh Start
October 21, 2026 • From an outsider’s perspective, Calvin’s family seemed like any other. Though they lived in a poor neighborhood, both of Calvin’s...
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Saint Jude, Patron of Hope
October 21, 2026 • One of my favorite places here at Mercy Home for Boys & Girls is in a quiet courtyard where we...
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Mercy Home Supports Henry’s Journey of Healing from Childhood Trauma
October 14, 2026 • Henry’s father never raised a hand at him. But that didn’t mean he didn’t hurt Henry. And it didn’t mean...
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Youth Build Hope Through Service
September 25, 2026 • This summer, a group of our young women and coworkers dedicated a week to making a difference in the lives...