Youth and Young Adults:
"Two Feet of Love in Action" Summer Justice Program
Designed for young adults ages 18-21, this program offers an opportunity to "complete the LAP" -
Learn, Act and Pray about social justice issues with non-profit service agencies, and with communities where local challenges demand our attention and action.
During this 4-day residential program, participants will:
LEARN
- about the difference between social justice and direct service
- about leadership skills for change
- about social justice issues facing our communities
- about personal struggles, through stories and conversations
ACT
- to serve at local food pantries and homeless shelters
- to build community with each other and those they encounter
- to visit social change agencies
-to become a disciple of Christ with their peers
PRAY
- by participating in dynamic prayer experiences
- by listening to words of wisdom from scripture and Christian tradition
- by taking time for personal and group reflection
- by witnessing Christ in every encounter.
Space is limited.
Cost per person ($150) includes all housing and meals, a journal and a Certificate of Completion for the OCSJM Social justice Program.
Location, Housing, Transportation:
Participants will be staying at the Central Connecticut State University Newman House and we will be traveling into downtown Hartford, via the new CT Fast track system.
Applications are available NOW.
For more information, download or print the resources below, and contact Sarah Hillier at OCSJM: sarah.hillier@aohct.org .
To receive more details as they become available, complete the form below:
Learn, Act and Pray about social justice issues with non-profit service agencies, and with communities where local challenges demand our attention and action.
During this 4-day residential program, participants will:
LEARN
- about the difference between social justice and direct service
- about leadership skills for change
- about social justice issues facing our communities
- about personal struggles, through stories and conversations
ACT
- to serve at local food pantries and homeless shelters
- to build community with each other and those they encounter
- to visit social change agencies
-to become a disciple of Christ with their peers
PRAY
- by participating in dynamic prayer experiences
- by listening to words of wisdom from scripture and Christian tradition
- by taking time for personal and group reflection
- by witnessing Christ in every encounter.
Space is limited.
Cost per person ($150) includes all housing and meals, a journal and a Certificate of Completion for the OCSJM Social justice Program.
Location, Housing, Transportation:
Participants will be staying at the Central Connecticut State University Newman House and we will be traveling into downtown Hartford, via the new CT Fast track system.
Applications are available NOW.
For more information, download or print the resources below, and contact Sarah Hillier at OCSJM: sarah.hillier@aohct.org .
- One-Page Flyer
- Invitation Letter for Leaders
- Invitation Letter for Young Adults
- Program Outline
- Questions and Answers
- Application Form
To receive more details as they become available, complete the form below: