The Mercy House is a missional community situated on the west side of Anderson. Our goal is reconciliation, both to each other and to God, and we invite everyone to join with us as we follow Jesus on this journey.

Announcements

  • Shadeland Bicycle Collective

    Shadeland Bicycle Collective (SBC) is a new initiative organized by Ben Orcutt, Anderson University student, operating out of The Mercy House. This past Wednesday, SBC partnered with the STAR Program for its first Wednesday afternoon to provide a bicycle workshop. The Herald Bulletin covered the event and published an article Oct. 1.

  • Trunk-or-Treat

    Trunk-or-Treat is approaching quickly!! This has been such a fun event in the past. Decorate your trunk and come help us pass out candy on Halloween night. The event is 6-7pm, but please arrive at 5:30 for set up. If you can't join us, please help by donating candy.

  • Race Opportunity

    Oct.18, there will be a 5K at Shady Side Park (located in Anderson). All proceeds go to West Africa. If you would like more race information contact Erica at emtausch@anderson.edu.

  • STAR Program

    Shadeland Tutoring And Recreation (STAR) kicked off the first day of the after school program this past Wednesday!! Thank you to all the people supporting this endeavor. It is such a great way to get involved with The Mercy House Kids' Ministry. STAR will continue on Weds. @ 3:30pm. We are currently collecting prizes for the program. If you would be willing to donate, we are looking for big bouncy balls, rub on tattoos, kid's toothbrushes, slide puzzles, etc. Please place all donations in the gym.

  • Red Cross
    Help people in the community after fires! The American Red Cross is in need of Madison County volunteers, especially Disaster Action Team members. If you are interested, contact Katie Ayers. Katie coordinates the coffee bar for the Mercy House, but is also an Americorps*VISTA at the Red Cross in Indy, a chapter that includes Anderson. Contact Katie at: kayers@redcross-indy.org.
  • The Weekly Blurb
    The Weekly Blurb is meant to be a helpful communication device between ministries, leaders, staff and community. If you need to submit announcements or have questions about an event, you can e-mail info@themercyhouse.com. Those e-mails are sent directly to the Information & Volunteer Coordinator, Mischon Kareken and if applicable to this communication tool can be submitted to the weekly newsletter.