Parish Volunteer Opportunities: June 2013
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WorkCamp 2013 Handypeople
· These are known as "contractors" at WorkCamp, the "handymen" and "handywomen" that focus on leading the work on the sites. You DO NOT HAVE TO BE A PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTOR to be an amazing WorkCamp Contractor...just have a general knowledge of the "Home Depot" and a desire to teach teens your skills.
· Time: Particular days of need include the work site days, Monday (June 24) through Thursday (June 27), a minimum of two. Contractors are the only WorkCamp volunteers given the option to commute, though we will be serving in Shenandoah County so they also have a place to stay arranged for you at the high school and a hotel block discount option. You also have the option of joining the teens & Adult Crew Leaders for the entire week, Saturday evening (June 22) through Friday afternoon (June 28).
· Contact: Elizabeth Hilla stchar...@gmail.com
Gleaning with AFAC
· Looking to get back to nature this summer & fall? Come gleaning with the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC)! We anticipate that we will start gleaning in earnest the start of July thru the end of October. Gleaning takes place at farms that are located between 45 minutes to an hour and a half away from Arlington. It's great for families, groups and individuals. We typically start at 9:00 (maybe earlier in the heat of summer) on a Saturday morning and stay for at least two hours. We pick produce from farms that graciously allow us and the produce is then returned to the clients of AFAC as a way of providing healthy, fresh fruits and vegetables to families who cannot afford them.
· Time: Saturday mornings starting at 9 AM; Weekday gleaning dates can be arranged for large groups
· Contact: Danielle Rampton (703) 845-8486 Volunte...@afac.org
Landings Team Member: English or Spanish Speaking
· Join us in welcoming back returning and inactive Catholics by joining our welcoming team. After a half day training program, you participate in eight weekly meetings where you share your faith journey and discuss Catholic themes. This is followed by a celebration Mass and potluck dinner. An interview with the program coordinator is required.
· Time: Varies; 8 week series
· Contact: Anna LaNave (202) 903-8673
Africa Outreach Ministry
· Africa Outreach reaches out to support some of the estimated 13 million orphans and vulnerable children affected by the HIV/AIDS pandemic ravaging Sub-Saharan Africa. Simultaneously, they strive to create opportunities for our fellow parishioners to learn more about HIV/AIDS while they contribute to addressing the needs of affected children and communities specifically in Kenya, Uganda and Sierra Leone. Africa Outreach encourages all levels of involvement. Personal involvement of our parishioners is a key element of our ministry - help organize and run educational and/or fund-raising events, attend educational and/or fundraising events, or help fund Africa Outreach through your donations!
· Time: Varies; monthly meetings take place the third Sunday of each month at 10 AM in the parish library
· Contact: Marie Cavanaugh (703) 623-4866 cav...@verizon.net
RCIA Sponsors
· We are looking for several male and female parishioners who are interested in sponsoring those seeking initiation in the Catholic Church through the RCIA process at St. Charles. A sponsor's role is to journey with those in formation in the RCIA process and be a supportive friend. You don't need to be an expert on "all things Catholic" to be a sponsor.
· Time: Varies, including Tuesday night RCIA sessions; special events and retreats
· Contact: Jennifer Pence Jennife...@gmail.com
ESOL Volunteer Opportunities with the Literacy Council of NoVA
· Do you enjoy meeting new people and learning from others? Are you interested in teaching English abroad or at home? The Literacy Council of Northern Virginia offers a range of volunteer opportunities including one-on-one tutoring or classroom teaching, and plenty of non-teaching positions including office, special events, and outreach support.
· Time: Varies
· Contact: Ruba volun...@lcnv.org
Arlingtonians Meeting Emergency Needs (AMEN) Needs Volunteers
- Daily Volunteers: Daily volunteers take phone calls at their homes, one or two afternoons per month, from social workers requesting assistance for their clients. All you need is basic computer skills to record requests. AMEN trains volunteers in just a few hours and provides all needed materials.
- Get the Word Out About AMEN: Volunteers are needed to design newsletters or brochures, write articles, create PowerPoint presentations, and compose persuasive letters.
· Business Owners: We are looking for business owners to help make additional contacts in the business community and to spread the word about AMEN.
· Time: Varies
· Contact: Taffy Brandt (703) 558-0035 www.emergencyneeds.org
Philippine Medical Mission Needs Various Volunteers
· The Philippine Medical Mission has several volunteer opportunities. The PMM is a wonderful organization where volunteers not only get to help the poor but also have the chance to enjoy various events and learn new skills. Current needs include:
· Project Liason: Someone to coordinate through e-mail and monitor projects of one of our partner organizations. Commitment would be a few hours each month.
· Writer for reports and articles: Help PMM with writing and editing articles for their website and writing the annual report
· Grant writer: Help identify and apply for grants
· Volunteer Coordinator: Help in volunteer recruitment
· Event Organizers for 2014 Barrio Festival
· Time: Varies; Meetings take place every third Saturday morning from 10 AM-12 PM (meetings do not occur in December, July, or August)
· Contact: Vanette Lagera (703) 653-4110 lagera...@yahoo.com
· Please visit PMM’s website at: www.philippinemedicalmission.com
Come Sell Fair Trade Coffee, Tea and Chocolate
· Are you interested in helping spread the word about Fair Trade? Do you enjoy quality foods that also help independent farmers develop thriving businesses? Join the Fair Trade Committee at St. Charles and spread some goodness both abroad and in our own parish. Volunteers can sign up to help every month, or just once, and can sign up for the Mass or Masses that fit your schedule. We need volunteers to help with all of the current sales times and are hoping to sell after the evening Masses with the help of additional volunteers.
· Time: The second Sunday of each month after the 7:30, 9:00, and 11:00 AM and 6 PM Masses
· Contact: Elise Cleva (703) 527-5500 x24 ecl...@stcharleschurch.org or Suzanne Hayes hayes...@me.com
Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) Needs Volunteers
· AFAC needs volunteers to re-pack chicken each month. While chicken packing definitely isn't glamorous, it makes a big difference for Arlington families who rely on AFAC to supplement their groceries! Instead of a one pound pack of hotdogs, a person eligible for supplemental groceries from AFAC can choose fresh chicken. AFAC buys chicken in bulk, and the chicken packing team re-packs it into servings. Wear your old clothes and AFAC will provide disposable aprons and gloves. AFAC is located at 2708 S. Nelson St., just off of Four Mile Run near I-395 and Shirlington.
· Time: First, second, third, and fourth Wednesday evenings of each month, beginning at 6:30 PM until about 8 PM
· Contact: Jo Burns (571) 331-7990 www.afacinfo.org
St. Charles Interfaith Committee Has Many Opportunities
· The St. Charles Interfaith Committee is seeking a new chair / co-chair to lead the Committee, as well as new members to help facilitate interfaith activities. This is a wonderful way to promote greater understanding and friendship among members of different faith communities while participating in spiritual, social, educational, and service activities.
· Time: Meetings are held once a month - members help plan events and activities according the amount of time they are able to contribute.
· Contact: Rebecca Cataldi (412) 726-2153 shado...@yahoo.com
Dominican Republic Committee
· The Dominican Republic Committee welcomes new members interested in helping to plan projects to serve our sister parishes in Banica and Pedro Santana. Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month in the parish library.
· Time: Monthly meetings, usually on 4th Thursday of the month at 7 PM; The next meeting will be June 27th; Time commitment varies by project.
· Contact: Julie Atkins (703) 524-5625 jatk...@verizon.net