SCN Lay Mission Volunteer Program
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we invite lay women and men to a cross-cultural partnership with people, especially the oppressed, economically poor and marginalized, primarily in the areas in which Sisters, Associates and/or members of the Sisters of Charity Federation are called to mission.
Volunteer opportunities
Appalachia
In the mountains of Beattyville, Kentucky, volunteer teams engage in outreach ministries of home and trailer repairs, food and clothing distribution, and meeting the basic needs of those in need.
Belize City
Over the course of a week, volunteers build a 16’ x 20’ house for a family in need.
Las Flores, Belize
Mission teams work with village leaders repairing and building homes. They also assist with the needs of the parish, school, and community.
Kentucky
People 18-25 years of age are invited to serve others on the Nazareth campus or in the Bardstown, Kentucky, community for six weeks while living with other volunteers. Be part of a viable community, be immersed with the Sisters in their rich tradition.
Summer 2019
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Botswana
We invite you to join us as we assist Sisters in their missions in Botswana.
A future trip is to be determined. Let us know if you are interested.
India
Work with the Sisters in their diverse ministries in India.
Future trips to be determined. Let us know if you are interested.
Nepal
Partner with us as we work to help empower the people of Kathmandu.
Future trips to be determined. Let us know if you are interested.
Montana
Join us as we work in collaboration on the Crow Reservation in Pryor, Montana.
New Orleans
Groups work with individual families in the rebuilding of New Orleans, Louisiana, from the long-lasting effects of 2005’s Hurricane Katrina.
Mississippi
Participants volunteer to repair homes in northern Mississippi and are immersed in other missions such as a garden cafe.
See all upcoming trips
Make a donation to the SCN Lay Mission Volunteer Program
Supplying our volunteers with tools and materials is always needed. Your sponsorships and donations make these life-changing volunteer trips possible.
Sister Luke Boiarski
Director
502-348-1581
Ellen Sprigg
Associate Director
502-348-1580
Amy Ulrich
Administrative Assistant
502-348-1583
Disaster Relief
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth have a long tradition of responding in times of disaster. Historically Sisters have responded to flooding in Louisville, the yellow fever epidemic, monsoons in India, a hurricane in Belize, and an earthquake in Nepal. Continuing in this spirit, the SCN Disaster Relief Program invites volunteers to offer spiritual and physical support to persons experiencing a disaster. Sisters and volunteers respond in the same spirit of Vincent de Paul with reverence for each person and witness to God’s presence in the midst of adversity. The Disaster Relief Program provides an opportunity to put faith into action.
Volunteer News
Students immerse themselves in Appalachian culture
Bethlehem High School is taking a three-week winter term with their teacher, Brigid Manion, to learn about the music, art, history, and life in Appalachia. Some of the exposure so far has been, reading a novel together, making and playing the dulcimer, clogging, and...
Volunteers bring chainsaws and wheelbarrows
From The Record: Santa Claus brings toys and cheer. Jesus brings love and salvation. The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth bring chainsaws and wheelbarrows.
Sisters response to KY tornadoes
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth have been responding during times of crisis for over 200 years. With the support and prayers of the Congregation, Sister Luke will continue to lead trained disaster relief volunteers throughout Kentucky.
Let Your Light Shine
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Lay Mission Volunteer Program recently led volunteers on a week-long mission immersion. The Volunteer Program invites lay women and men of all ages to go with us in mission to deepen one’s spirituality, broaden one’s vision, grow in appreciation of other cultures and stir in one’s heart the desire of lifelong service to others.
Shelter Me O God
“In the evenings, we reflected on our day and prayed for the young women we will never meet. In our hearts, we feel that we gave them a place to call home.”
Reflections on Mission Experience
“I share these thoughts to encourage all Associates to experience a trip through the SCN Volunteer Program. I know that many of you have served on numerous domestic and global trips and could add to this reflection. Let’s share our experiences and thus spread the charism of charity.”
Sister Luke and volunteers back in the news
“This is about our mission at the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we are about serving those in need, especially women and children.”
Volunteers working to help children in West Virginia
Volunteers with the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are working on Crittenton Services expanding the location to make more room for West Virginia children. Their efforts made the local news.
Volunteers begin work in West Virginia
While a group of SCN Volunteers are working in Louisville at the Women in Circle, another has begun working with the Florence Crittenton Agency, a nonprofit, in Wheeling, West Virginia.