VOLUNTEERS IN MINISTRY

Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach Service Volunteer House

The Carpenter's House Volunteers In Ministry Residence

Special volunteer programs lasting from 2 weeks to 9 months with housing provided in our Volunteer Housing Unit (The Carpenter's House).

Requirements:
  • at least 20 years of age, single or married (no dependents)

  • good health

  • emotional maturity

  • completion of application and interview process

  • Christian background and desire to be of service

  • openness to living in community with other volunteers

  • sense of humor and flexibility

Types of Service:
  • tutors (ESL and Homework Buddies)

  • home repairs

  • social service

  • home visiting

  • Hispanic ministry

  • health education

  • office work

Benefits:
  • expanded life perspective

  • experience of other cultures and geographic areas

  • personal fulfillment from service to others

  • professional growth/experience

  • supportive community

  • small allowance for simple living

  • room and board

  • health insurance if necessary

BECOME A VOLUNTEER IN MINISTRY

 Apply for the Volunteers in Ministry Program (VIM) online,
 or download, print, complete and mail the VIM application Printable Volunteers In Ministry Applicaiton .pdf,
 or contact Sr. Carol at 559-4109 for more information.