Okay, make sure to read the post below on packing, and make sure to respond to EVERY post with questions, to simply share where you are at in trip prep, or you can even just sign off that you read the post.
I also want to remind you of the course requirements for the trip. It is titled Theo 390: Eyes of Faith. This may be the most impactful course of your life, so give it all you got! I already gave you the requirement sheet, and you can get another copy in Ghana, but the basics are this: 1/3 participation, 1/3 for a 7-10 page essay due September 14, and 1/3 for a public presentation (can be done in group of 3 or less). So as soon as you arrive, start thinking of topics to learn more about.
Also, Dr. Devetski and Bro. Chris will explain that you all are going to take turns each day doing a short report for this blog. This will be a way to get news of the group and all your adventures back to all your families. It also will cut down on email need. Remember you are going there to experience Africa, not Microsoft or Apple! So give out this blog address to all you know and tell them to check the blog each day for updates.
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District of West Africa
Jay Dunne and his students
This is a typical room, very nice!
This is our dining room
scene from Cape Coast
with Cardinal Turkson
The Retreat Center where we stay
Mary Miller with her pupils
Republic of Ghana
Brothers of Holy Cross - Midwest Province
District of West Africa
Holy Cross Service Corps
The Holy Cross Service Corps is one of the newest endeavors of Holy Cross College. HCSC is a post-graduate service program housed in the Center for International Programs. The concept for the year of voluntary service was born out of the enthusiasm exhibited by our students returning from their International Experience. So many of our students return saying the same thing, “I want to go back!” HCSC gives our graduates the incredible opportunity to return to the sites of their International Experience to help advance the mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross.
In July of 2007 the inaugural volunteer for the Holy Cross Service Corps left the United States for a year of service alongside the Brothers in Ghana, West Africa. The undertaking was a complete success and will spur the growth of this exciting new program to include our other International Experience sites. A great deal of work will be done throughout this year to continue to structure this program so that our graduates may continue the mission of Holy Cross which “sends us across borders of every sort.”
HCSC Mission Statement
The mission of the Holy Cross Service Corps is to provide volunteers, or Moreau Fellows, named after the founder of the Holy Cross Congregation Fr. Basil Moreau, with an opportunity to improve their personal relationships with Jesus Christ through service, simple-living, and prayer. The goal of HCSC is to establish a more intimate relationship between the professed brethren and the laity all the while advancing the mission of the Holy Cross brothers as educators in the faith.
In July of 2007 the inaugural volunteer for the Holy Cross Service Corps left the United States for a year of service alongside the Brothers in Ghana, West Africa. The undertaking was a complete success and will spur the growth of this exciting new program to include our other International Experience sites. A great deal of work will be done throughout this year to continue to structure this program so that our graduates may continue the mission of Holy Cross which “sends us across borders of every sort.”
HCSC Mission Statement
The mission of the Holy Cross Service Corps is to provide volunteers, or Moreau Fellows, named after the founder of the Holy Cross Congregation Fr. Basil Moreau, with an opportunity to improve their personal relationships with Jesus Christ through service, simple-living, and prayer. The goal of HCSC is to establish a more intimate relationship between the professed brethren and the laity all the while advancing the mission of the Holy Cross brothers as educators in the faith.
Jay Dunne and his students
The Ghana Global Immersion Experience
This is a 17 day experience in Ghana, a culture ancient yet ever-changing, poor yet developing. In that land are some of the most significant sites in the history of the world. For example, we visit the slave prisons that held millions of Africans when the coast of Ghana was the center of the slave trade, beginning in the 1500's. We spend time with church officials, like Ghana's only Cardinal, Peter Kodwo Turkson. And we spend much time at the retreat center where the Holy Cross Brothers share their life with us. Below are some pictures. Also, fyi, the emergency contact with us in Ghana:
Brother Paul Mensah, CSC
Telephone: 011-233-910-1624 or
011-233-42-91482
Mobile: 011-233-20-834-4631
His email is: pkmensahcsc@yahoo.com
Brother Paul Mensah, CSC
Telephone: 011-233-910-1624 or
011-233-42-91482
Mobile: 011-233-20-834-4631
His email is: pkmensahcsc@yahoo.com
This is a typical room, very nice!
This is our dining room
scene from Cape Coast
with Cardinal Turkson
The Retreat Center where we stay
Mary Miller with her pupils
Of course, the trip is about more than history, and so we will encounter more than anything else the beautiful people of Ghana and the indomitable Ghanaian spirit. A phrase that will be heard often coming from the local children is "Bruni, Bruni!" meaning, "hey white people!" It is quite an experience to be in the minority, but they make us feel quite welcome.
Another important aspect of the program is to experience the amazing Holy Cross Brothers. They show us a hospitality and friendship beyond what we could hope for. We begin each day by joining them for morning Mass in the beautiful Brother Andre Chapel, and they brighten each day by accompanying us on our journeys.
We will also visit the world famous Kakum Rain Forest, home to a unique canopy walk--rope bridges that allow us to walk the treetops. Are you ready?!
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21 comments:
When is the paper due again? - C.J.
i don't have any questions - Andy
Griff, will somebody have our passports and visas in Chicago at the airport, or are they getting sent back to us? Thanks Tim H
I second Tim's question? IF we are meeting group in Chicago will they have our stuff?
KRistine Reichardt
and if we are flying into O'hare, terminal 5 is a completely different terminal...how do we get there from the other terminal? Samantha Larson
read from Awesome Ted
thank you!
Pax Christi,
Krystal
i third tim's question.....
chantel
I already have my topic in mind.
Brenda Cici
Read and narrowing down topics.-Kofi Wes Solmos
Dr. Devetskiwill have your passports and tickets.
For those flying in, justbe sure to ask as soonasyou get off plane how to get to Terminal 5.
Paper is due Sept. 14
Good questions.
I have no questions -Kweku Steve
Some additional info: Brother Chris will be escorting the bus from HCC and I will be meeting everyone at O'Hare. Brother Chris and I will provide you with your tickets, passports etc. when we meet up with you at O'Hare. THen, it is your responsibility to keep them with you for the remainder of the trip. We're looking forward to a great experience. See you soon! Dr. Devetski
what kind of topics are we gonna be reporting on throughout?
No questions at this time. Looking forward to the flight to Afirca!
Kyle--Yeo
Sounds good. -Nichole
I already know what I am going to do my report/presentation on. I have no questions.
Kwaesy Neumann
No questions from me either...thanks!
Ama Jill
For those leaving from HCC, the plan is to leave at 2:30 pm. Please be punctual. Brother Chris will be there to meet you. See you at O'Hare.
Dr. Devetski
Where exactly to we need to go if we are flying into Chicago O'hare...... I believe you said terminal five but it there anything else we need to know? Kristine
Thanks! Yes, it will be a wonderful experience. -Amara
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