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J oin Catholic Order of Foresters on an extraordinary expedition with members from across the country—Alternative Break 2K16! Mission trips bring life change

to a member, a community and the Church. After you spend a week in service, you will leave transformed from the love, strength and resilience in those you met!

• Expand your perspective and compassion for others• Grow spiritually and mentally• Meet lifelong friends from across the country• Evangelize to others through a greater commitment to Christ

Three alternative-break options (spring, summer, winter) are available for members who are passionate and excited about helping others and growing in faith. Visit the Mission Trip section of our website to complete the interest form, and you will receive a packet of information and materials to reserve your spot!

NAZARETH FARMCENTER POINT, WEST VIRGINIAMAY 15–21, 2016

Nazareth Farm is a Catholic community in rural West Virginia that transforms lives through a service-retreat experience. Organizers are devoted to living out the Gospel message through the cornerstones of community, simplicity, prayer and service. Participants will serve alongside residents to address substandard housing by providing home repair. The week includes an orientation to the farm, prayer, safety training, Catholic social teaching, chores, repair work and social/free time.

Age: College students

Participant fee: $275, excluding transportation to Pittsburgh International Airport

Registration deadline: March 1, 2016

Details: nazarethfarm.org

CATHOLIC MISSION TRIPSNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANAJUNE 19–25, 2016

Work projects in New Orleans will focus on disaster recovery and assistance for the elderly and underprivileged. Projects can include framing, roofing, siding, sheetrock, flooring, insulation, painting and landscape work. Housing will be provided by St. Jude Community Center, a ministry of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. The week includes daily prayer, Bible study, Mass, Eucharistic adoration, Reconciliation and a free day for exploring the French Quarter.

Age: College students

Participant fee: $375, excluding transportation to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Registration deadline: April 1, 2016

Details: catholicmissiontrips.net

ROMERO CENTER MINISTRIESCAMDEN, NEW JERSEYJANUARY 1–7, 2017

The Urban Challenge immersion experience combines volunteer service in Camden and Philadelphia with theological reflection, prayer, listening to local speakers, and other educational activities. Participants serve at a variety of work sites including housing rehabilitation, schools, soup kitchens and other social service agencies. Evening programming includes discussions on urban poverty and social and economic justice, and a free night to explore Philadelphia.

Age: College students and adults

Participant fee: $450, excluding transportation to Philadelphia International Airport

Registration deadline: October 1, 2016

Details: romero-center.org

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QUESTIONSPlease contact the Fraternal Outreach Team with any questions you have regarding alternative break participation. We look forward to sharing a very special week with you!

MICHELLE DELLINGERFraternal Outreach Manager

331-229-5619, mdellinger @catholicforester.org

KELLY ANN HENNESSYFraternal Outreach Coordinator (East)

630-983-4920, kahennessy @catholicforester.org

ALYSSA STRICKLANDFraternal Outreach Coordinator (West)

630-527-4996, astrickland @catholicforester.org

HOUSING, MEALS & SUPPLIESAlternative break participant fees include construction supplies, housing and most meals for the week. Sleeping areas for males and females, as well as adult trip coordinators, are separate at all sites. Each trip includes a free day to explore the sites and culture of the area. Detailed information kits, including packing lists and liability forms, are supplied to all registered participants. Visit www.j.mp/1m8EgRZ to register.

TRAVELBecause COF members may travel from many different areas of the country, a travel agency coordinates flights to and from mission trip areas. Transportation from the local airport to the mission trip site is provided by COF or the partner company. Transportation costs (flights or car expenses) are paid for by the participant and are not included in the mission trip fee.

FUNDRAISINGCOF is dedicated to assisting members with fundraising options so that everyone who is interested can attend an alternative break trip.

Personal FundraisingMembers can directly reach out to church, school and family communities to help offset alternative break costs. Use YouCaring.com to set up an online fundraising site for your personal alternative break trip. Contact the Fraternal Outreach Department for letter templates and individual fundraising ideas/assistance. Payment plans are available.

Court SponsorshipCourts are encouraged to sponsor members with fees and/or travel expenses. Contact court officers directly to be considered.

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To ensure a safe environment, all adult (18+) participants must be approved to work with youth prior to the mission trip. Check with your diocese about dates for VIRTUS or other safe environment training sessions and requirements for background checks.