Plunge Program

The St. John’s Campus Ministry Plunge Program takes students to New Orleans, Philadelphia, Panama and Lourdes to experience Vincentian service.  The service opportunities range from working on agricultural projects, housing restoration and assisting pilgrims on their journey, just to name a few.  Key elements of the plunges also include community building and living simply.  As students engage themselves and are given the time to reflect on their experience, the true Vincentian understanding of the poor comes alive. 

Panama May 17-29

Applications are no longer being accepted for this year.
Living and working within a rural, farming community.  Helping with the needs of the community, for example an agricultural project, a family day for the children, painting, etc.

Lourdes June 11-21

Applications are no longer being accepted for this year.
Helping the elderly, sick and injured in their experience of Lourdes, France.

New Orleans March 7-14

Applications are no longer being accepted for this year.
Working to rebuild homes in New Orleans that were affected by Hurricane Katrina.

Philadelphia January 11-17
Applications are due November 24, 2009
Working with various inner city charities such as soup kitchens, nursing homes and housing rehabilitation, and more.

Philadelphia May 17-22
Applications are due March 31, 2010
Working with various inner city charities such as soup kitchens, nursing homes and housing rehabilitation, and more.

  In Queens, call (718) 990-8075.
In Staten Island, call (718) 390-4305.

Philadelphia Application.doc