Help bring hope and healing to hurting young women at Mercy Ministries! Sign up today at www.RunforMercy.org to participate in a city near you

Contact: Heather Robinson, Mercy Ministries, 615-831-6987

NASHVILLE, June 21, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ -- Runners and walkers from coast to coast are preparing to lace up their shoes once again for this year's Run for Mercy 5K and Family Walks! All proceeds from these annual events benefit Mercy Ministries, a nonprofit Christian organization that provides a free-of-charge residential program for young women who have been abused, exploited and/or are facing difficult life circumstances.

2012 Run for Mercy events are scheduled in the following cities:
Roseville, CA: Sept. 22
St. Louis, MO: Oct. 27
Charlotte, NC: Oct. 20
Roanoke, VA: Oct. 6
Nashville, TN: Oct. 20
Monroe, LA: Oct. 27

To register for a race or for more information, go to www.runformercy.org. If you don't see one in your area and would like to host one, contact Heather Robinson at (615) 831-6987.

About Mercy Ministries
Mercy Ministries provides a free-of-charge, voluntary Christian residential program to young women aged 13-28 who have been victims of physical and sexual abuse, including sex trafficking, as well as those who face life-controlling issues such as eating disorders, self-harm, drug and alcohol addictions, depression and unplanned pregnancy. Visit www.MercyMinistries.com to learn more.

www.runformercy.org or contact Heather Robinson at 615-831-6987.