Vocation Voices

Name: Sr. Michele Schroeck, RSM

Congregation: Sisters of Mercy of the Americas

How long in Vocation Ministry – I started Vocation Ministry
Sept. 2019

Birthplace: Erie, PA

Favorite Pastime / Hobby: I love to play cards, games and
walk/hike in nature.

My favorite thing about being a religious Sister/Brother/Priest: I love to share life and ministry with the community and support our justice initiatives. I have had the opportunity to serve in some amazing ministries and make connections in community with Sisters from other countries.

I receive the most joy from: Nature, Celebrations and sharing a meal.

Why be a religious today: Saying YES to God opens doors and possibilities that you might never have imagined.

Previous ministries: Elementary teacher, Mercy Migrant Ministry, Mercyhurst University
Director of Service Learning, House of Mercy neighborhood outreach with resettled refugees, Mercy High School International Student Coordinator.

What are you passionate about? Justice, Ministry with those in need, Justice and Community.

How do you relax? Watch TV, read, play cards and games.

List one BEST PRACTICE you’d like to share with your colleagues. Stay connected with young adults via text, social media, email. Share any opportunities your community might offer that they might be interested in.

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Mrs. Suzanne Petrouski Sr. Rose Therese Mann Sr Kathleen McClelland
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Fr Mark Augustine Sr. Jean Rhoads Sr. Gloria Tamayo
Fr Dennis Chriszt Len Uhal Sr Jessi Beck
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Sr Theresa Sullivan Sr Mary Terese Giblin Sr Peggy Quinn
Br John Eustice Mr. Dan Masterton Michelle Horton
Fr John Schork Sr. Kara Davis Jorge Rivera
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Sr Shannon Fox Fr Tom Tiscornia Sr Teresa Paul
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Greg Darr Jenna Legg Sr Belinda Monahan OSB
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