Center for Social Concern
Get Involved through Campus Ministry's Center for Social Concern
If you keep up with the news, it's easy to get cynical and try to hide from the world. Faith calls us to the opposite response: hope and action. Feed the hungry. Shelter the homeless. Care for the sick. Tutor the kids who need help. Protect the vulnerable. Care for God's creation. Learn more about social problems. Lobby political and economic leaders to make positive changes. You can answer your call by getting involved in the multitude of CSC opportunities.
Human Rights 04.22.20
UD HRC Fellow Reflections on Global Solidarity
In light of the suspension of UD summer programs in response to COVID-19, recipient of the Human Rights Center’s summer grant 2019, Miranda Melone, reflects on her experiences in Zambia. Now more than ever, it is crucial to acknowledge our global interdependence and reflect on how it can be deepened.
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Center for Social Concern Opportunities
Social Justice Internships - Mission of Mary Farm
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Mission of Mary is seeking young adult interns to volunteer their time at any point during the growing season March-December. The intern positions are run directly through Mission of Mary and are full time or part time and come with a stipend and possible intern housing.
UD Service Clubs
Campus Ministry’s Center for Social Concern currently sponsors over 30 different student-run service and social action clubs. Find out more about service clubs on campus and get involved!
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Ongoing Service Opportunities Beyond UD
Searching for ongoing service opportunities? Look no further. From urban farming to religious education programs, we have compiled a list of local agencies that are looking for your help. You can find the list here!
Service Opportunities
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Faith/Mission 04.01.20
Thoughts on St. Oscar Romero and the Pandemic
“We must overturn so many idols,” Romero says, “the idol of self first of all, so that we can be humble, and only from our humility can we learn to be redeemers, can learn to work together in the way the world really needs.”
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03.05.20
CSMG-Young Leaders Initiative Lives Up to Its Name
UD students attend the Catholic Social Ministry Gathering in Washington DC to learn, network, take action, reflect, pray, and grow in confidence and leadership.
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Faith/Mission 08.19.19
God and a 2-year-old Get a Prof Arrested
“It was a call from God,” said George DeMarco, Professor of Physical Education and Sports Studies.
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