OUR DESIGN Freedom from insecurity, shame, self-doubt
Hope. The desire of Mercy Manor is that every hurting individual experiences the unconditional love of Jesus and finds a new life in Christ. God has a plan and a purpose for every life and His heart desire is the restoration of each one of us to His Divine Call.
Commitment. Every staff member, director, volunteer and supporter of Mercy Manor will support opportunities for the individual’s restoration of hope.
Debilitating problems. Many individuals who come to Mercy Manor are dealing with drug or alcohol abuse, prescription medication dependency, suicidal tendencies, eating disorders, fear or depression that may be related to past abortions, rejection, or physical or sexual abuse, and of course not having a roof over their head.
Structure. We will commit to encouraging individuals to seek God first in their lives so their love for the Lord will grow strong and steadfast, and to live in peace and harmony with all individuals. This will be accomplished through a disciplined structure of prayer, Bible study, scripture memorization, Biblical counseling, work assignments and recreation. Residents are taught life and leadership skills, and will receive educational and career counseling as well as financial management training.
Sincere Desire. The primary qualification for the participant is sincere desire for change. The applicant must commit to a 6-month, curriculum-based program and demonstrate a heart willing to submit to and practice the principles laid down throughout the program.
PROGRAM IMPACT
Qualitative Impact on Participants:
•Gain Godly wisdom to make good decisions
•Feel a stronger sense of social connectedness
•Gain self-confidence
•Feel a greater sense of self-worth and become more optimistic
•Learn valuable skills through educational opportunities and job training
•Learn to become a leader
•Move towards self-sufficiency
•Become more equipped to meet life challenges
•Learn to live in peace and harmony with others
Our Values
Restoring Lives through Christs Transforming Power
Promote Compassion & Acceptance
Build a Positive/Spiritually Strong Volunteer Environment
Practice Servant Leadership
Accept Accountability
Leadership Excellence
Collaborative Partnership's
Understanding Business & Community Needs
Create Community Partnerships
Uncompromising Quality
Professional Integrity
Utilizes Best Business Practice
Pursuit of Increasing Investor Value
Become Evidence Based Award Winning
Proactive Relationships & Communications
Good Fiscal Stewards
Transparency in all Matters
Godly Ethical Decision Making
Ongoing Professional Development
Founder and Board Chair
Sharon moved from Weatherford, TX to Granbury, TX in January 2021, upon marrying long time Granbury resident, Jon King. They had both been widowed. They have 7 children and 12 grandchildren between the two of them.
Sharon has a background in education and social services. She has been a teacher, worked with victims suffering from rape, child molestation, domestic violence and most recently served as the Executive Director of Sanctified Hope, a transitional home for women coming directly out of prison. She has always had a heart for working with and helping women.
After she and Jon were married for six months, Sharon retired from Sanctified Hope. Thinking she would relax and enjoy her “golden years”, this “still, small voice” kept nudging her to serve more women. Two nights in a row she had a dream that the Lord told her to start a homeless ministry for women and to name it Mercy Manor. She told Jon about it both mornings but she told God to give her “more signs”. He did. Over and over again!
Through much prayer and a lot of direction from the Lord, Mercy Manor came to be.
Sharon King
Karen was born and raised in Alberta, Canada. She completed education with Masters of Nursing degree. She also worked in Community Health, ending career as part of the senior management team. Karen worked seven years in Inner City of Edmonton, starting a women’s recovery program for Hope Mission and a medical center.
She married Victor and moved to Airdrie and facilitated the establishment of a satellite Pregnancy Care Centre and worked there for two years. Karen was widowed in 2022. She then moved to Granbury to be close to her daughter. Karen attends Acton Baptist Church and her desire is to serve and to finish well.
Board Members
Karen Kalinka
Julie Sullaway
Mrs. Mary Flores has been the Crime Victim Liaison at the Hood County Sheriff's Office for the past 10 years. When she not in her office helping victims, she is out in field assisting with one.
Mrs. Flores volunteers with other organizations within her community. She is a member of the Women Auxiliary of Hood County and on the board for The Salvation Army Extension Unit of Hood County. Mrs. Flores had work at Mission Granbury as the Director of Emergency Assistance Network (EAN) which she assisted victims through the EAN Program for about five years.
Mrs. Flores work for the Texas Department of Human Services for about a year before being asked to join the Hood County Sheriff’s Office as the Crime Victim Liaison.
Mrs. Flores is passionate to advocate for battered women or men, abuse youth and children. It is also her heart desire to make a difference in her community and to inspire others to do the same.
Mrs. Flores also provides training for local deputies, local businesses and other non-profit agencies on domestic violence and state and local resources for victims. She also presents presentations to our local children within our community on “Stop Bullying” and “Safety – When to call 911”.
Mrs. Flores, being raised by a mother who suffered from alcohol and depression and was suicidal, was, because of her experience as child what led Mrs. Flores to a mission to educate her community about victim assistance.
This led to We've had ENOUGH! abuse Program - Prevent It. Report It. Stop It.
This is the time we pledge to stand together with our community and say
"We've had Enough!”
She is also the director of the GAP Program, a mentoring program for Foster Teens ageing out of foster care and teens facing challenges.
There's one thing that Mrs. Flores wants to be remember for and that is she is a Woman of Faith who surrender her life to seek her Savior will in all things.
Mary Flores
Adam is 49 years old and has two lovely daughters and a son. He also is a proud grandfather to four grandkids. He serves as a reserve Deputy at Hood County Sheriff’s Department and is a 20 year business owner (Arrington Welding & Metal Buildings).
Adam loves to travel around the world! He also does CrossFit and competes in competitions.