My life hit the brakes on August 3rd—in the best way possible. After a difficult past few months in Louisiana, where it felt like life was collapsing on top of me, I pushed through because I had something to look forward to: a light at the end of the tunnel. When I arrived at the…
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When I was navigating post-grad life during my senior year of college I remember feeling so overwhelmed. Should I go to grad school? Should I get a job? Should I move back home? Should I move in with my friends from college? Should I do this year of service thing? These were just a few…
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My FrancisCorps experience began with a late night exploration on the Catholic Volunteer Network. As I searched for the best service program for me, I came upon the vibrant orange sun and a website filled with lots of authentic smiles and words of faith that spoke to the calling in my heart. I instantly felt…
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I’ve just started my 7th week of volunteer work and my 8th week with FrancisCorps, but who’s counting? When I was discerning a year of service, there were three areas that I was seeking to engage with, but realized achieving all three was implausible. I wanted to work with refugees, recent migrants, and recent immigrants.I…
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While in FrancisCorps I was able to experience many life-changing experiences. I grew in Franciscan values by living and experiencing them through community and service. Along with my community, I experienced first-hand the impact of Christ in Francis and Clare’s lives, and the impact they had expressing his love. One of those insightful parts was…
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