Drawing upon the Gospel and the spirit of Catherine McAuley, Circles of Mercy will improve the quality of life in the community by working to end the cycle of poverty, especially among women and women with children. Animated by the Gospel and Catherine McAuley's passion for the poor and underprivileged, we honor the dignity of each person.  We offer hospitality and provide services, compassion, hospitality, stewardship, leadership and collaboration, with a special concern for the poor and disadvantaged without regard to a person's religious affiliation, ethnicity or gender preference; which is performed in an effort to instill hope and empower individuals to reach their full potential. Circles' Motto: “Hope and Hospitality"