June 1 - 15*

* Can't commit for two weeks? That's fine! You choose the dates you can help

Get ready for an adventure! Holy Family Parish on the island of St. Kitts needs maintenance work done to the church and grounds. Spend one or two weeks in the tropics really making a difference. 

Join a group of volunteers and assist the Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters on the island of St. Kitts to complete several projects that need immediate attention at a local church.  Activities include: 

• Replacing church windows
• Installing new doors 
• Building a garden for the preschool
• Beautifying the church grotto
• Other day-to-day activities 

Program Goals

Our goal is to allow volunteers to engage in the missionary work of the Church. Working alongside priests, brothers and sisters, you will see the depth and breadth of missionary life. Through your efforts, you will be helping those among us who are most in need.  

Dates/Schedule

June 1 - June 15, 2023

June 1:                      Arrival and Orientation  
June 2 - June 14:     Mission St. Kitts/Nevis
June 15:                   Return to the States

* Can't commit for two weeks? That's fine! You choose the dates you can help.

Cost

Volunteers will cover the cost of airfare (approximately $1,000). Housing and meals are provided. Incidentials such as souvenirs and other travel are at the participant’s expense.   

Partial scholarships are available.

Housing

During your time in St. Kitts, volunteers will stay with parish host families. Meals are provided by host families and the Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters.  It’s an opportunity to be immersed in the culture of St. Kitts and meet new friends! 

In addition to completing projects at the church, participants will have time to enjoy the beautiful island surroundings and travel to the nearby island of Nevis.

Participation Criteria

The Mission Experience trip is planned principally with Catholics in mind, but can accommodate people of other faiths under special circumstances. In addition, those wishing to participate must:

• Be 18 years or older
• Have a passport to travel outside the country
• Be physically able to participate in some manual labor (painting, carrying up to 40 lbs. etc)
• Have health insurance or purchase insurance
• Sign a liability waiver

Apply Today!

Please contact:

Fr. Anthony Nguyen, SVD
Divine Word College Seminary
PO Box 380
Epworth, IA 52045
847-687-7459 
acnguyenSVD@gmail.com