Post-Grad Programs
We are called to service in so many different ways. I appreciate the relationships I have with other members of Holy Cross, to be able to share ideas and ask for advice and direction. My spiritual director gave me a venue to ask questions and help me continue on my faith walk.
— John Powers on his OLM experience in Chile
Domestic Service Opportunities
For those interested in one year domestic service opportunities, we, as the U.S. Province, operate André House in Phoenix and the St. André Bessette Church-Downtown Chapel in Oregon. You will need to contact them directly for more information on post-grad opportunities with these two organizations.
Overseas Lay Ministry
In the missionary spirit of our founder Blessed Basil Moreau, the Overseas Lay Ministry (OLM) offers recent college graduates opportunities to serve with Holy Cross in either Chile or Uganda.
The three pillars of the Overseas Lay Ministry are prayer, mission and community.
OLMs live with or in close proximity to Holy Cross Religious and enjoy a direct experience of the Congregation's international mission and spirituality. The OLMs teach in our primary or secondary schools and assist in parishes, health care or other social service ministries. Applicants must:
- Be active, practicing Catholics;
- Possess a strong service record and a bachelor's degree;
- Be in good health; and
- Remain committed to personally enhancing each of the three program pillars.
Application Process
Each year, we select two to three post-graduate students for Chile and three to five for Uganda. Uganda volunteers stay for 16 months, whereas the Chile program runs 17 months. Chile OLMs must be proficient in Spanish prior to arrival, as there is no formal language training.
Important Dates
The timeline for this year's application process is as follows:
Nov. 10-Jan. 31: Apply online
Feb. 10-28: Interviews take place
March 10-31: Notification of decisions
July 22-August 3: Orientation and departure for sites immediately after
Please fill out the online application. If you have any questions while filling out the form, you can contact us online or by calling 574.631.5477.
