Mercy Volunteer Corps
Goal of Program
Mercy Volunteer Corps, committed to a more merciful and just world, invites women and men to a year of full-time service with people who are economically poor or marginalized. Volunteers commit to compassionate service, a simple lifestyle in community and spiritual growth.
Type of Placement
Positions available in homeless and community outreach, peace and justice advocacy, immigration and refugee services, legal work, elderly outreach, counseling, urban agriculture, teaching (elementary, secondary, special education), tutoring (GED, adult literacy), after school programs, healthcare (nursing), therapy (physical, occupational, speech), and volunteer coordination.
Service Area
Continental United States, and Guyana, South America.
Service Length
One year commitment that begins at the end of July every year. Mercy Volunteers are welcome to apply for additional years of service.
Program Size
35-50 volunteers per year.
Requirements
Volunteers must be 21 and older. Men and women. Single, married with no dependents. All faith traditions. High school diploma; work experience or college education for some positions. Certification and license if appropriate. Application, physical examination, and personal interview. Gifted with compassion, open-mindedness, a desire to grow and be challenged, and a sense of humor! It is preferred that applicants for international placement have some significant experience either in a cross-cultural setting or with those who are poor and marginalized.
Financial Arrangements
Housing, transportation, medical insurance, food & personal stipends, and school loan deferment. Volunteer must provide his/her own transportation to orientation in late July/ early August. Additionally, international volunteers are also asked to fulfill a fundraising commitment, provide their own transportation to an interview weekend, and cover the costs of any required immunizations.
Living Arrangements
Mercy Volunteers live together in community.
Training
One week of orientation is provided in August to familiarize volunteers with Mercy Volunteer Corps. On-site orientation is also provided to familiarize volunteers with the local culture, geographical area and site(s) of service. Mid-year and transitional retreats are offered as well as opportunities for support, and spiritual and personal growth. International volunteers complete a collaborative cross-cultural preparation prior to the MVC orientation.
Application Deadline
January 20 Priority US and International. March 2 Final International. Rolling Placement US.
Contact:
Marian Uba
Address
1325 Sumneytown Pike
Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
Phone: 215 641-5535
Email:
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Additional Contacts
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Affiliation
Sisters of Mercy of the Americas
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