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Goal of Program

The goal of the Ferdinand Benedictine Volunteer Program is to provide service to the monastery and to provide an opportunity for volunteers to work with peers on a level of kindness, hospitality, and service to others.

Type of Placement

Full and half-day volunteer placements including gardening, housekeeping, baking, grounds work, maintenance work and assisting with events on our property.

Service Area

Volunteers are primarily of service in the monastery at its location.

Service Length

Short-term opportunities are available on a daily or weekly basis.

Program Size

The overall volunteer program works with approximately 100 volunteers annually.

Requirements

Volunteers who are 14 years of age or older are preferred.

Financial Arrangements

Short-term volunteers may receive housing and meals as needed and as available.

Living Arrangements

Volunteers with stays more than one day will be housed in local facilities up to one week.

Training

Training is provided through the program.

Application Deadline

Applications completed upon arrival.

Start Date