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While in FrancisCorps I was able to experience many life-changing experiences. I grew in Franciscan values by living and experiencing them through community and service. Along with my community, I experienced first-hand the impact of Christ in Francis and Clare’s lives, and the impact they had expressing his love. One of those insightful parts was…
This past year of FrancisCorps has ran the gambit in regards to emotions felt, lessons learned, and experiences gained. While I anticipated growth in my personal relationship with God, knowledge of Franciscan spirituality, and ability to live in community with others, I had a hard time imagining how this past year would benefit my future…
It’s crazy to think about how far I’ve come since my first day at FrancisCorps. Even though it hasn’t hit the one-year anniversary of my move-in day, it truly feels like multiple lifetimes ago since I started this program. Like many freshly arrived volunteers, I went through a ton of adjustments during my first few…
As I reflect on my FrancisCorps experience, I am met with an unshakeable peace. A peace that I haven’t known for some time. Yet, on my first day when I arrived in Syracuse for move-in, I felt anything, but peace. A new city, a new responsibility at the Catholic Charities Men’s Shelter, and brand new…
Being in Pre-K for a year makes me feel that the kids I’m serving are my own children. It is a privilege that I get to create so many special bonds and be one of the few people outside of their families to receive the phrase “I love you.” I learned from this year that…
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