Romero Center Urban Challenge

July 14 - July 19, 2008 in Camden, N.J.

McQuaid Jesuit High School Service Trip

Who: Open to all McQuaid sophomores. Applications are available in the campus ministry office. There are a limited number of spots available for this trip and they will be filled on a first come/first serve basis.

What:The Urban Challenge is a week - long immersion service trip. We will live in community with other high school volunteers. Each day teams of students and adults will volunteer in the community on a variety of projects such as home repair, cleaning vacant lots and playing with children at a daycare, etc. Each evening we will have a nightly program that will include time for reflection, presentations and social time.

When:McQuaid’s Urban Challenge trip will begin early Monday, July 14 and end Saturday, July 19, 2008.

Where: The Urban Challenge takes place at the Romero Center in Camden, New Jersey. The Romero Center is a ministry of St. Joseph Pro-cathedral. The mission of the Urban Challenge is to provide the opportunity to build bridges while addressing the issues that divide us- poverty, race, class, - in a safe, prayerful environment. The Romero Center has hosted many high school service trips from across the country.

Why: The Urban Challenge provides us with the opportunity to:

• Embody the mission of McQuaid to be “Men for Others”.
• Learn and grow in new and profound ways.
• Deepen friendships with fellow McQuaid students.
• Meet new people and have fun while helping others.
• Expand horizons by being challenged in a supportive environment.
• Fulfill your Junior year service and theme requirements.
• Renew your faith and have a great time in an unforgettable week!

How: To participate in the Romero Center Urban Challenge students must complete a short application stating your reasons for wanting to be a part of this trip. Initial applications can be picked up in the campus ministry office. The cost of the program will be $250 for the week. Scholarship money is available if there is financial need. Please do not let the cost of the trip deter you from participating. Review this information with your parents, check your calendars and contact Mr. Hood at 256-6169 or chood@mcquaid.org with your questions.

More information about the Romero Center and the Urban Challenge can be found on their website at www.romero-center.org or by contacting Mr. Hood at 256-6169 or chood@mcquaid.org.