“I learned that ‘help’ doesn’t always mean to provide physical goods – it means sometimes just to be there and listen. This awareness had a sustainable impact on me. It filled my heart with great pleasure to walk with people in need…even if it were only a few steps!”

– Martin Echtler, 2017

“I’ve grown closer to God through daily mass, prayer, and with the relationships I’ve forged with people here. Every day I try to invite God’s Holy Spirit into my,heart , ,get out of the way of my own spiritual progress. While far from perfect, without a doubt I am leaving this experience as a changed and better woman.”

– Alia Sisson, 2017

“At the start of my volunteer commitment, I had expected to develop close interpersonal relationships with certain people such as my co-volunteers and housemates, especially considering the emphasis the program placed on community living. But there was no way for me to imagine the level of trust and friendship that blossomed throughout the course of this experience.”

– Lota Ofodile, 2017

“I could very well spend this post-graduate year at home, retaking classes, or spending time traveling. Personally, I believe the time I will spend here is more important to both my personal and spiritual growth.”

– Jade Bowman, 2015