Fr. Scott Donahue | Mercy Home for Boys & Girls

About Fr. Scott Donahue

Rev. L. Scott Donahue (Fr. Scott) is the President and CEO of Mercy Home for Boys & Girls.

Fr. Scott has been caring for the children at Mercy Home since joining its Board of Regents in 1990, later serving as assistant to its president. In 2006, after ten years of service as Mercy Home's associate president, Fr. Scott was appointed the Home’s eighth president since its founding in 1887.

Entries by Fr. Scott Donahue

Thomas Gains Confidence at Mercy Home

June 17, 2020 /0 Comments/in Stories /by Fr. Scott Donahue

With much uncertainty in the world amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important that we remain hopeful for the future. Like other difficult moments in history, we must remind ourselves that this, too, shall pass. For many of our young people, hope has been elusive in their lives. They have experienced tremendous hardships and challenges. The care […]

The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

June 14, 2020 in Homily, Sunday Mass /by Fr. Scott Donahue

Fr. Scott Donahue celebrates Sunday Mass at Mercy Home for Boys and Girls on The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, June 14, 2020.

Seeing Justice

June 11, 2020 /0 Comments/in About Mercy Home /by Fr. Scott Donahue

President & CEO Fr. Scott reflects and responds to unrest in cities across the U.S. over the past week following the death of George Floyd.

The Most Holy Trinity

June 7, 2020 in Homily, Sunday Mass /by Fr. Scott Donahue

Fr. Scott Donahue celebrates Sunday Mass at Mercy Home for Boys and Girls on The Most Holy Trinity, June 7, 2020.

Fr. Scott’s Corner – Taking Things for Granted

June 6, 2020 /0 Comments/in Fr. Scott's Corner, Sunday Mass /by Fr. Scott Donahue

It can be incredibly easy to take things for granted. All of us, at one time or another, have done so. Perhaps it was a loved one who we didn’t appreciate until they had passed away. Maybe it was the time spent with friends who have since moved away. Maybe it was our health or […]

Partners in Prayer: Aubrey Discovers Love and Stability at Mercy Home

May 27, 2020 /0 Comments/in Partners in Prayer, Sunday Mass /by Fr. Scott Donahue

The uncertainty that surrounds us these days can make anyone hesitate to make long-term plans. But for kids like Aubrey, the fear of committing to anything was rooted in her experience in foster care. When Aubrey first moved into Mercy Home, she refused to unpack her suitcase. Instead, she kept her clothes neatly folded in […]

Fifth Sunday of Easter

May 10, 2020 in Homily, Sunday Mass /by Fr. Scott Donahue

Fr. Scott Donahue celebrates Sunday Mass at Mercy Home for Boys and Girls on the Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 10, 2020.

Fr. Scott’s Corner – Be Like Jesus’s Disciples

May 6, 2020 /0 Comments/in Fr. Scott's Corner, Sunday Mass /by Fr. Scott Donahue

This month, we will celebrate the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord. This is important, because Jesus instructs not just his disciples but all of us to continue doing his work here on earth. He reminds us that the action of God takes place here on earth when we help one another and work […]

Third Sunday of Easter

April 26, 2020 in Homily, Sunday Mass /by Fr. Scott Donahue

Fr. Scott Donahue celebrates Sunday Mass at Mercy Home for Boys and Girls on the Third Sunday of Easter, April 26, 2020.

Partners in Prayer: Isaac Finds Confidence at Mercy Home

April 18, 2020 /0 Comments/in Partners in Prayer, Sunday Mass /by Fr. Scott Donahue

As we shelter during the coronavirus emergency, we may feel at times isolated and lonely. And the disruption to our reliable routines can make any of us feel anxious. But young people who grow up without attentive support and guidance from caregivers face a host of challenges that threaten their long-term health and success. For […]

About Fr. Scott Donahue

Entries by Fr. Scott Donahue

Thomas Gains Confidence at Mercy Home

The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

Seeing Justice

The Most Holy Trinity

Fr. Scott’s Corner – Taking Things for Granted

Partners in Prayer: Aubrey Discovers Love and Stability at Mercy Home

Fifth Sunday of Easter

Fr. Scott’s Corner – Be Like Jesus’s Disciples

Third Sunday of Easter

Partners in Prayer: Isaac Finds Confidence at Mercy Home

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