To a Healthy 2026
- Joel Kightlinger

- Dec 31, 2025
- 3 min read
As one year comes gently to a close and another begins, we at Mercy House of Meadville pause to reflect with deep gratitude. The turning of the calendar is more than a moment in time—it is an invitation to remember where we have been, to honor what has been carried, and to step forward with renewed hope.
This past year, Mercy House has had the sacred privilege of walking alongside so many of you. Each story entrusted to us, each step toward healing, and each moment of courage shown in the midst of struggle has reminded us why this work matters. Healing is never a straight line, and growth often happens quietly, in unseen ways—but we have witnessed resilience again and again.
We want to thank you for your trust. Whether you came through our doors seeking support, referred a loved one, partnered with us professionally, or supported our mission through encouragement and generosity, you have been part of something meaningful. Mercy House exists because of community—because people believe that restoration is possible and that no one should have to walk through pain alone.
This year brought both challenges and breakthroughs. We saw individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, and relational wounds choose to stay engaged even when it was hard. We saw families work toward understanding and repair. We saw moments when insight sparked hope, when boundaries brought peace, and when long-held burdens began to loosen their grip. These moments are sacred to us, and we hold them with reverence.
We are especially grateful for the courage it takes to begin. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness—it is an act of strength. To those who took that brave first step this year, thank you for allowing us to walk with you. To those who continued showing up session after session, even when progress felt slow, we honor your perseverance. And to those who quietly supported someone else’s healing journey, your role mattered more than you may know.
As we enter a new year, we do so with humility and hope. Our commitment remains the same: to provide compassionate, trauma-informed, and professional care in an environment that is safe, respectful, and deeply human. We will continue to grow, to learn, and to refine our services so that we can meet people where they are—with skill, integrity, and heart.
The coming year invites new beginnings. For some, it may be a season of rebuilding. For others, a season of deepening. And for many, it may simply be about taking the next right step. Wherever you find yourself, know that healing does not require perfection—only willingness and time. Mercy House will continue to be a place where that process is honored.
As we look ahead, we are filled with gratitude for our staff, clinicians, partners, and community supporters who make this work possible. Your dedication, compassion, and belief in our mission—Restoring Hearts and Homes—is the foundation upon which Mercy House stands.
From all of us at Mercy House of Meadville, we wish you a New Year filled with peace, clarity, and gentle hope. May this year bring moments of rest, renewed strength, and meaningful connection. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey. We look forward to continuing this work together in the year ahead.
With gratitude and hope,Mercy House of Meadville



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