Our Lady of Mercy (Diocese of Charlotte)

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Our Lady of Mercy
City:

Winston-Salem, NC

Website: http://www.ourladyofmercync.org
Email:

olmws@charlottediocese.net

Our Lady of Mercy is in North Carolina (United States) and is part of the Diocese of Charlotte.

It is dedicated to Our Lady of Mercy.

Location

It is located at 1730 Link Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.

Our Lady of Mercy
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[[Category:Diocese of Charlotte]]

History

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church was founded in 1952 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to serve the increasing Catholic population in the area. The parish began as a mission of St. Benedict’s Church in Greensboro but soon became an independent parish due to the rapid growth of its congregation. Over the years, Our Lady of Mercy has expanded its facilities, including the construction of a parish school in 1958. The church is known for its commitment to community service, education, and spiritual guidance, particularly highlighted by its cultural diversity and bilingual programs.[1]

Special features

  • The parish operates Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School, offering education from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
  • Masses are celebrated in both English and Spanish, catering to a diverse congregation.
  • The church has a notable community outreach program, including food drives, clothing donations, and support for local charities.
  • There's a special devotion to the Divine Mercy, with particular celebrations during the Divine Mercy Sunday.
  • The church's architecture includes modern elements while maintaining traditional Catholic aesthetics.

Related parishes

  • Our Lady of Fatima Chapel, Winston-Salem, NC
  • St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, Winston-Salem, NC

References

  1. ↑ Our Lady of Mercy - Winston-Salem, NC - Diocese of Charlotte. (n.d.). Diocese of Charlotte. Retrieved from http://charlottediocese.org/parishes/our-lady-of-mercy/
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