FORMER VOLUNTEERS
Welcome!  You've completed your term of volunteer service and are now looking towards the future. This transition time can be one of many questions such as where to live and what to do, as well as how to explain to friends and family what you have experienced as a volunteer.  We offer a variety of services to support, network, and help you build community among other "former" volunteers of faith-based programs. Take a look!

Staying Connected
"Staying Connected to... Cultural Diversity

In this issue,
find out more about discovering yourself, your values, and your cultural identity. Plus Formers' Sightings in the Bay Area, leadership development, and more!  Click here to read more!

Join the "Network of Former Volunteers"
Are you a former volunteer of Catholic-based program?  If so, you're invited to become part of the Network of Former Volunteers.  The purpose for this network is to provide you and other former volunteers with a pool of returnees who can support one another.  Through this community of former volunteers, you can lend and obtain assistance in relocating to a new area, be linked to social gatherings, discussion or prayer groups, couples groups, as well as with employment leads and contacts.  Click here to learn more about the Network and to access our online sign-up form.

Resources in Your Area

Wondering what former and current volunteers are up to in your neck of the woods?  Have a great resource to share with others?  The Pallotti Center has compiled a list of monthly former volunteer gatherings, parishes where formers attend, retreat opportunities, peace and justice organizations, volunteer opportunities, and other valuable resources.

Former Volunteer Gathering Resources
Not able to attend our monthly gatherings of former volunteers, but still want the useful information? Here we have links to printable resources on a variety of topics relevant to former volunteers.  

Considering Graduate School?
Are you thinking about going back to school?  If so, click here for tips on approaching the graduate school option, information on "former-friendly" graduate programs, and sources of financial aid.  

Looking to Deepen your Prayer Life?
Are you interested in reflecting upon your prayer life and learning how to be more attuned to God's presence in your life?  Click here to learn more about  spiritual direction. 

Recently Returned from Another Culture?
Are you recently returned from volunteering in another culture and seeking re-entry support?  Contact Julie Lupien at From Mission to Mission to find out about re-entry workshops and resources that are available to you!  Email: missiontomission@qwest.net or call 720-494-7211.  Website: www.missiontomission.org

Find A Job 

So you're a former volunteer and you're looking for employment?  The Pallotti Center has resources to help you find the work you are looking for!  

Post A Job Opening

Know of a great job opening and want to submit it to the Pallotti Center Job Bank? Email us with the job description and we'll post it.

"What's Next?" Notebook

Just finished or about to finish a volunteer experience?  Take a look at our online "What's Next? Notebook" for resources on making the transition!


Join the DC Area Listserv!

This listserv is a space for faith-based former volunteers of the greater Washington/Baltimore area to keep each other up to date on what’s going on.  Do you have a great event you’d like other formers to know about?  Is there an issue you’d like other formers in DC to dialogue about?  If so, then click here to sign up for this email list.

Pallotti Center Events

If you're interested in receiving emails about our gatherings for former volunteers, please email formervolunteer@pallotticenter.org to join our Pallotti Center Events Yahoo Group.  

Suggested Readings

Looking for a good read?  Visit our suggested readings page for some great leads on a good read!

 

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