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Goal of Program

At Canticle House, we welcome young adults and other spiritual seekers to live together as sisters and brothers in a Franciscan intentional community. We intend to nurture hope, celebrate diversity, and make choices for the healing and well-being of our Earth through the daily practice of authentic, relational and sustainable living. Rooted in Franciscan spirituality, four core values energize our life and mission: nurturing life-giving mutual relationships; offering hospitality and welcome; seeking environmental and social justice; and living contemplatively (integrating reflection and action).

Type of Placement

For young adults seeking intentional community living around shared values and sustainable lifestyle, while working or studying in the greater Philadelphia area. Mixed community with two Franciscan sisters and up to three young adult residents. We are a new community hoping to offer an alternative or follow-up to volunteer year experiences for young adults seeking to explore or deepen their personal spirituality and participate in the transforming work of the Spirit in our world.

Service Area

Chester and Aston, PA (near to northern DE, southeastern PA, southern NJ)

Service Length

Flexible: one month to one year, renewable.

Program Size

up to three young adults as resident members of Canticle House FIC

Requirements

single young adults in their 20s-30's

Financial Arrangements

Resident members contribute to expenses through a monthly program fee (includes private room, common spaces, shared food and utilities).

Living Arrangements

Intentional community living in a 3-floor, 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home; members mutually determine our rhythms and types of shared meals, prayer, celebrations and activities.

Training

no formal training required; open to intentional community living and mutual formation around shared core values

Application Deadline

flexible; accepting applications for current openings

Start Date

rolling admissions (opened for new resident members in Fall 2024)