Mary Reilly

Sister Mary Reilly (born December 18, 1930) is a Catholic teacher, leader, advocate, and Sister of Mercy from South Providence, Rhode Island. Reilly has been a nun for 75 years, after joining the Mercys in 1948. Reilly is a feminist whose work focuses on the empowerment of women and girls. Reilly also participates in actions to address and end climate change and human trafficking. Early life Reilly was born on Dudley Street, in South Providence, one of eight children, who grew up in poverty. In 1948, Reilly joined the religious Sisters of Mercy.