Echoes of Mercy

by Nancy Alcorn

Nancy Alcorn, president and founder of Mercy Ministries of America, spent the first eight years of her career working with teen juveniles and then investigating child abuse cases. It was during this period that Nancy realized the inadequacy of these programs to offer real transformation in the lives of troubled young women. Nancy knew that only Jesus could bring restoration into the lives of these girls who were so desperately hurting, and she knew God was calling her to step out and do something about it. In 1983, she founded Mercy Ministries of America, a residential facility for troubled girls ages 13 to 28. Presently, Mercy Ministries operates homes and licensed adoption agencies in various cities around the world. Plans are underway to open additional homes in the United States and in other countries.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian, Faith

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1992

Reviews

[Chelsea Duncan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Having heard about mercy ministries through Joyce Meyer ministries I was really interested to discover how God had brought about such a powerful and necessary ministry from its roots up. I really enjoyed the testimonies and it's clear that the author has a strong knowledge of scripture and the importance of us all walking in love and honouring God. I have a few niggles however which stop me rating it higher. Firstly it contains a lot of acknowledgements that aren't particularly engaging to the reader. Secondly it is so focused on attaining money from donators and on getting you to give so they can buy these homes debt free that it does come across a bit, unfortunately, like sponging. Fair enough if God leads people to give but constantly begging people for money to do these things gives Christians a bad name. My final niggle is that the author has a few viewpoints on issues such as lesbianism and the goth subculture that I feel are not very love centred, though we're supposed to be loving and not critical, as Christians. I feel like she tied these things with judgement in a way I didn't agree with. But overall it's an inspiring book and the ministry is doing a wonderful job. I'm sure God will continue to bless them mightily.

[Bella · Rating 1 out of 5]

As much as I enjoyed this book, I found it to be frustrating at some points. To be clear I am a Christian and in no way am I trying to minimize the amazing miracles Nancy experienced but some of the stories made me question if any of her stories were exaggerated. To say that you're 1 hour away from getting your lights turned off for not paying your bills and then someone miraculously shows up your door with a check seems a little hard to believe. To say that your fridge is empty and your neighbours just show up with bags of groceries saying that they had a feeling you needed food I found difficult to read. I believe in God's miracles but I also believe in not waiting to pay your bills until the last possible second and just doing it. It's not God's job to pay your bills it's your job.

[Alex Crowder · Rating 1 out of 5]

Read this book as a pre-requisite for Nancy Alcorn’s “Mercy Multiplied” treatment program, previously called “Mercy Ministries”. The name was changed after facing controversy for "emotionally cruel and medically unproven techniques" as well as seizing benefit payments from patients while claiming to not charge for services. After reading this book, I chose not to admit myself and sought treatment elsewhere. It’s a hypocritical display of self-adulation, ignorance, and hateful rhetoric, hidden behind a guise of “Jesus loves you” and “To God be the glory”. Also she’s definitely lying and embellishing, this is tumblr level storytelling.

[Veronica Vargo · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love reading about how dreams were birthed in individuals who ended up being wildly successful in their pursuits. This is the story of Nancy Alcorn- founder of Mercy Ministries. Her life mission is to bring restoration to broken lives and she does that well.

[Joann · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nice, just old. Appreciate the help given to women.

[Kayla Fletcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVED having the opportunity to hear how Mercy Ministries (now Mercy Multiplied) started!

[Ruth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good real life stories about real people who took charge of their lives. Trusting God to provide when there is no way to accomplish needed tasks and provide for our needs. This book may change your view of life and again it may not depends on where your heart is? Enjoy, there are more ways than one for us to help grow our self's this may be a small portion of it.

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

One moving book that got my heart! I am so glad I got the chance to hear the author speak and now I understand what her ministry is and all the lives she touches through Mercy Ministries! I am wowed by the stories and how God works! Great book... you wont be disappointed in reading this book! You will be moved and enlightened!

[Karen Linton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my goodness. I've read Randy Alcorn's books for years, known that he and his wife helped teen girls "in trouble," but I had no idea about Mercy Ministries.

This little sermon in a book is the most powerful message to today's church about not sitting on our collective behinds, but instead actively being the church.

Fabulous.

[Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing story! I've always had a love for what Nancy Alcorn is doing with Mercy Ministries to help young women, and reading the story of how God put things in place and birthed the dream in her was so inspiring!

[Stephen Weaver · Rating 5 out of 5]

so encouraging

[Kris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting account of the inception of Mercy Ministries and the immense work they do to help young women (many abused) in need of love and hope. Naomi Judd is one of many contributing endorsers.

[Marsha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very inspiring true story about Nancy Alcorn's life and her beginning and the growth of Mercy Ministries of America

[Lee Nienhuis · Rating 4 out of 5]

An easy read about Mercy Ministries and the ministry of Nancy Alcorn. Love her heart and love her ministry perspective.

[Katherine Fischer · Rating 2 out of 5]

at times name-dropping, seems not thoroughly thought-out or written artfully. Powerful testimonies though.

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

She has an amazing ministry! I loved the book!

[Richard Williams]

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[Stacey · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best. Encouraged me to step out in ministry.