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2009-2010 Trips

Guadalupe Middle School-Brownsville, Texas

January 11-15, 2010

Work with the Christian Brothers in Brownsville, Texas and partner with Guadalupe Regional Middle School helping with tutoring and after-school program activities. Students will work with agencies along the US/Mexican border learning first hand the challenges that migrants face.

Estimated cost: $650

Application Deadline/Deposit - 9/16/2009

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Rostro de Cristo-Duran, Ecuador

January 11-15, 2010

Partner with Rostro de Cristo (Face of Christ) in a cross-cultural immersion experience where students participate in the Ecuadorian experience. The focus of the mission trip is on "being rather than doing." Students will learn about the history and culture of Ecuador through direct interaction with the affiliates of Rostro de Cristo.

Estimated cost: $1,300

Application Deadline/Deposit - 9/16/2009

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Nazareth Farm-Salem, West Viriginia

January 11-17, 2010

Nazareth Farm provides housing services; reconstruction and rehabilitation for families in need. Students will try to understand what Jesus asks of us when he said, "Love your neighbor."

Estimated cost: $ 250

Application Deadline/Deposit- 9/16/2009

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Port Ministries-Chicago, Illinois

March 13-20, 2010

The first goal of Port Ministries is to provide full-hearted service to the poor, homeless, families and children of our society through listening hearts and loving presence, and to meet basic human needs such as food, clothing, shelter and other vital support. Students will volunteer with the bread truck, after school programs while learning about the issues related to urban poverty.

Estimated cost: $450

Application Deadline/Deposit - 10/16/2009

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Operation Helping Hands-New Orleans, Louisiana

March 13-20, 2010

Hurricane Katrina is over, but not forgotten. Bring hope to the people of New Orleans by working with the Christian Brothers and Operation Helping Hands utilizes local and national volunteers to rebuild homes of elderly, disabled, or uninsured victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Estimated cost: $550

Application Deadline/Deposit - 10/16/2009

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Bonita Springs, Florida

March 13-20, 2010

Visit The Coalition of Immokalee Workers and partner with the Christian Brothers (Los Hermanos) in Florida and learn about the reality that migrant workers face on a day-to-day basis. Explore issues of human trafficking and hear first-hand stories.

Estimated cost: $475

Application Deadline/Deposit - 10/16/2009

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Washington, DC

May 17-May 20, 2010

The Iona in Mission Washington, DC trip involves work with The Pilgrimage, a service learning program for those called to explore the connection between urban poverty and the Christian faith. You will work with the National Coalition for the Homeless, visit local soup kitchens and food banks, to name a few of the service opportunities you will encounter. For more information on The Pilgrimage please visit www.thepilgrimage.org.

Estimated cost: $240

Application/Deposit Due Date: 2/12/2010

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Nairobi, Kenya, Africa

May 17-May 31, 2010

Participate in a life-changing experience as you work as a servant-learner in Eastern Africa. Immerse yourself in the African culture, and customs while working alongside The Christian Brothers and community members.

Estimated cost: $2,000

Application/Deposit Due Date: 2/12/2010

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Genesis Farm-New Jersey

May 17-May 20, 2010

Genesis Farm is a learning center for Earth studies. A main focus is given to the connections between the health of our global commons of air, water, land and nature, and the health of our local communities and bioregions. Students will live and work on the 226-acre farm and draw connections between ecology and spirituality.

Estimated cost: $240

Application/Deposit Due Date: 2/16/2010

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