Alternative Spring Break Mission
To SERVE those in need

• This is part of our Christian vocation; we are “Called to Serve.” Mt 25
• This should be worthwhile service; needed and makes a difference
• This should involve interaction with those being served (as far as possible)

To LEARN about the situations of those in need and to explore the SOCIAL JUSTICE dimensions:

• Explore the economic, historical, sociological, circumstances regarding those served at our sites: rural poverty, urban poverty, refugees, etc.
• Be introduced to principles of Catholic Social Teaching
• Engage in the process of dialogue regarding how to address these issues

To put our FAITH into ACTION:

• Reflect on the relationship between our faith and the service of others: Why serve?
• Reflect on the faith experience during the week of service:  Where is God in this?
• Reflect on God’s call to life service in each of the participants: What next?

To build COMMUNITY:

• Develop relationships with those being served and with the agency representatives
• Develop relationships with fellow participants
• Why? It is through relationships that we see the face of Christ and are transformed

 To have FUN!

• “So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7)