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FROM CVN (CATHOLIC VOLUNTEER NETWORK)
In so many ways, a year of service is life changing. Many volunteers leave their experience with a strong commitment to simple living, a passion for justice, an appreciation for the value of community, and a deepened faith. Catholic Volunteer Network partners with the Catholic Apostolate Center to provide the following resources to help former volunteers maintain these values.

The “What’s Next Notebook” is a guide that will help you process the ways that you have been changed by service, and also look ahead to decide what your next steps will be. This resource is designed as a booklet that you can use during your times of prayer and reflection. We encourage you to print this and write your thoughts inside it.

Download your copy of The What’s Next Notebook

—Staying Connected is our e-newsletter for volunteer alumni. In each issue we provide articles relating to topics of faith, volunteerism, community, and social justice, as well as reflections from other volunteer alumni, to help renew your commitment to service.
–Former volunteers who are looking for employment, will want to subscribe to our Weekly Job Bank. Every Friday we share a list of new positions that are ideal for former volunteers. Jobs are spread out all over the country and range in type of work and experience required.
–Our alumni listservs are a great way to connect with other former volunteers in your area. These groups share about upcoming events, resources, networking opportunities, and more. We currently have listservs for: Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, DC, Portland, Boston, and New York – with more cities coming soon!

Click here to subscribe to these alumni resources!