by: Molly MacMorris-Adix, Holy Family Volunteer Catholic Volunteer Network’s 2011 Volunteer Story Contest Winner   Birthdays are incredibly significant cultural events all around the world from the first to the last, and the powerful memories associated with birthdays are immeasurable. Throughout life we delight in and value the celebration of growth that is most evident […]

By Jacqueline Devereaux Semmens, FJV with Jesuit Volunteer Corps Northwest I’ve seen a lot of searches coming to my blog lately with JVC questions like “what to wear” and “what to pack.” So to any future JVs leaving for orientation in two weeks that might be reading this blog, or anyone who is considering a year […]

Spotlight On: Columban Center for Advocacy and Outreach by: Kitty Robinson, Catholic Volunteer Network Intern One of the great things about volunteers is that they can come from anywhere in the world. They give up their life at home to serve in an area that is probably unfamiliar to them. Many programs are located in […]

The Catholic Volunteer Network 2011 National Conference will be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 15th- 18th.  Famous for its rich history and culture, Philadelphia is home to many “firsts”: the first zoo, presidential mansion, American flag, daily newspaper, computer and more!  Whether it is your first time or your fiftieth, there are plenty of […]

By Kevin Donohue, Fairfield University Campus Minister and Passionist Volunteers International Alum Part of the challenge of a year of service is that it takes place within a very discreet and limited time span, but the impact on the volunteer is supposed to last much longer, conceivably for the rest of their life.  This is […]