Resources
The following is a list of resources that many from the Jesuit Volunteer (JV) community have found inspiring, helpful or informative. Some volunteers have found it useful to share this list with family and friends as a way for them to gain insight into the values that shape your life as a JV. If you have a resource to share, please send it to info@jvcnorthwest.org.
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Books
A Nation in Denial: The Truth about Homelessness, by Alice Baum, Donald Burnes
Being Zen, by Ezra Bayda
The Violence of Love: The Pastoral Wisdom of Archbishop Romero, by James Brockman
Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee, by Dee Brown
Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion, by Gregory Boyle
Sharing the Darkness: The Spirituality of Caring, by Sheila Cassidy
Start Where You Are, by Pema Chodron
How Can I Help? by Ram Dass
The Long Loneliness, by Dorothy Day
Pedagogy of the Oppressed, by Paulo Freire
Open Veins of Latin America, by Eduardo Galenno
Instructions to the Cook: A Zen Master’s Guide to Living a Life that Matters, by Bernie Glassman
Doing Faith Justice, by Fred Kammer, SJ
Following Christ in a Consumer Society, by John Kavanaugh, SJ
Mountains Beyond Mountains, by Tracy Kidder
Diet for a Small Planet, by Frances M. Lappe
Callings, by Gregg Michael Levoy
Jesus Before Christianity, by Albert Nolan, OP
School of Assassins, by Jack Nelson Pallmeyer
Let Your life Speak, by Palmer Parker
Prison Writings, by Leonard Peltier
Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger, by Ron Side
Street Journal, by Gary Smith, SJ
The Miracle of Mindfulness, by Thich Nhat Hanh
Peace is Every Step, by Thich Nhat Hanh
Community and Growth, by Jean Vanier
A People's History of the United States, by Howard ZinFa
Favorite Recipes, JVC Northwest staff
Publications
America
Catholic Sentinel
Catholic Worker
Commonweal
Company: A Magazine of the American Jesuits
The National Catholic Reporter
National Jesuit News
Web sites
Pax Christi USA
Call to Action USA
Adbusters magazine
Alternatives for simple living
Amnesty International
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Claretian online publication for social justice
School of the Americas watch
The Fellowship of Reconciliation
Intercommunity Peace & Justice Center
Justpeace
News on ecological sustainability and justice issues
Franciscan Spiritual Center located in Milwaukie, Oregon
National Christian Life Community
Catholic Coalition on Climate Change
Radio programs for non-corporate news
www.democracynow.org
www.flashpoints.net
www.fair.org/counterspin
www.alternativeradio.org
FJV Educational opportunities
Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley
Northwest Center for Catholic Graduate Theory
Do you know of additional educational opportunities that may be of interest to the FJV community? Tell us by sending an email to info@jvcnorthwest.org.
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Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley
The Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley is a professional theological school faithful to the intellectual tradition and apostolic priority of the Society of Jesus which is the reverent and critical service of the faith that does justice. The Jesuit School is one of nine theological seminaries in the consortium of the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California. Our students not only benefit from excellent Jesuit training, but can also take advantage of courses offered at the other schools, including the University of California at Berkeley. In addition to the the ecclesiastical degrees (the Bachelor, Licentiate and Doctor of Sacred Theology), students are able to study for the Master of Divinity (MDIV), the Master of Theological Studies (MTS), and in conjunction with the GTU, the Common Master of Arts (MA).
JSTB offers several full-tuition Presidential Scholarships for incoming Master of Divinity degree students. Additionally, JSTB awards up to one-half tuition scholarships for all other degree programs. Visit www.jstb.edu for more information. Those interested in the Common MA should be referred to the GTU website, www.gtu.edu. For futher information, please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@jstb.edu or toll free at (800) 824-0122.
A Member of the Graduate Theological Union
Northwest Center for Catholic Graduate Theory
The Northwest Center for Catholic Graduate Theory, a joint enterprise of Gonzaga University and the University of Portland is currently offering a Master of Arts Degree (MAPM) in Pastoral Ministry for those looking to further explore the workings of God. The MAPM program provides pastoral ministers with sound theological foundations, basic ministerial skills, and resources for ministry and personal spirituality. This 40-hour program can be completed in three years by taking attending weekend classes.
To find out more about this program or if you have any questions, please contact: Mary LaBarre, Ed. D.Director, Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry phone 503-943-7365 email labarre@up.edu
Aquinas Institute of Theology
Degree Program
The Aquinas Institute of Theology offers a variety of degrees in Theology, pastoral studies, and divinity. They offer a fee waiver for any former volunteers. For more information contact:
Aquinas Institute of Theology
3642 lindell Blvd.
St Louis MO 63108
800-977-3869
314-977-3869
(fax) 314-977-7225
email: aquinas@slu.edu
www.ai.edu
Boston College
Institute of religious Education and Pastoral Ministry
The Boston College Institute of religious Education and Pastoral Ministry continues to be a resource for JVC/JVI alumni/ae who are looking for a way to continue to live out the values and convictions that found expression in their JVC/JVI experience. The IREPM’s educational vision is working to respond to the contemporary needs of today’s church and society with the creation of various joint degrees to meet the needs of students. The graduate programs offer a joint Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry/ Master of Social work degree (M.A./ M.S.W.); a joint Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry/ Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (M.A./ M.A.); a Master in Religious Education with concentrations in high school teaching and Total Community Catech(M. Ed.), and a Master of Arts degree in Pastoral Ministry (M.A.), and a Master of Arts degree in Pastoral Ministry (M.A.) with concentration in Pastoral Care and Counseling, Social Justice/ Social Ministry, Youth Ministry, Hispanic ministry, Liturgy and Worship, Religious Education, Church Leadership, and Spirituality. Other degrees are also available including a Ph.D. in Religion and Education and a CAES degree. Full Scholarships are available.
For more information, please call 1-800-487-1167 or visit the Web site at www.bc.edu/schools/gsas/irepm/
or email us at irepm@bc.edu.
Boston College
MEd in Religious Education
Apply by March 15 to be considered for fellowships in the new degree program - an MEd in Religious Education with a concentration in Total Community Catechesis (TCC) - sponsored by Boston College and The Henry Luce Foundation This concentration within IREPM's Master of Education (MEd) in Religious Education is an ideal preparation for leadership in parish and family catechesis.
Significant fellowships will be offered to eligible students who demonstrate leadership potential in religious education and parish catechesis.
Email a request for further information and application materials to irepm@bc.edu or call 800-487-1167. Also check out the website - www.bc.edu/irepm - for information about other IREPM programs.
Boston College
Hispanic Ministry Programs
The MA in Pastoral Ministry with a concentration in Hispanic Ministry provides students with an exploration of Hispanic theologies, spiritualities and religious communities, involving a supervised ministry requirement in a Hispanic/Latino/a or multicultural context. This concentration is especially designed for pastoral leaders (Hispanic or otherwise) who wish to prepare themselves to minister in an increasingly multicultural context.
You can email a request for further information and application materials to irepm@bc.edu or you can call us at 800-487-1167. Also check out our website - www.bc.edu/irepm - for information about other IREPM programs and for the details our Raskob Foundation Relocation Grants for former full-time volunteers.
Catholic Theological Union
Graduate School
The Catholic Theological Union is the largest Catholic graduate school of theology and ministry in the U.S. Five hundred ethnically diverse women/men, religious/lay, from U.S. and over forty countries attend Catholic Theological Union, which is located in Chicago, Illinois. For more information, visit www.ctu.edu, or email Kathy Van Duser at kvanduser@ctu.edu.
Clark University
Community Development and Planning Program
The Community Development and Planning program provides current and future community development practitioners, activists, and scholars with a strong foundation—based on theory, skill development, and practice—to take on the challenges of urban revitalization in the United States. The program links theory to practice through insightful participation of practitioners in seminars, high quality internships, and studio and practicum courses that allow students to learn directly from residents and community-based organizations about their resources, priorities, and strategies. Students in the Community Development and Planning Program learn alternative ways of thinking and transforming communities to achieve greater equity and social justice.
Deadline for admissions applications for the 2008 Community Development and Planning Program is January 15, 2009.
For further information about the program, please visit www.clarku.edu/departments/idce/academicsGradCDP.cfm.
Creighton University
M. A. G. I. S.
The Mentoring Academic Gifts in Service (MAGIS) Program seeks to develop a corps of highly motivated teachers to serve in under-served Catholic schools.
To carry out this mission, MAGIS recruits talented graduates from undergraduate programs who desire to teach not just a career but as a vocation.
MAGIS teachers make a two-year commitment to teach in a Catholic school while living in community, pursuing professional and spiritual development. These three pillars are the foundation for the work of MAGIS teachers. Creighton University provides excellence in education and the MAGIS Program maximizes opportunities for personal and professional growth.
For more information visit: http://www2.creighton.edu/magis/
Comboni Lay Mission Program
Pastoral Teams
Comboni Lay Mission Program is a Catholic community of lay people who live out their faith and ideals by walking with the poor of other countries, sharing talents, learning from one another, and joining the struggle for a more just and compassionate world.
Missioners attend a discernment weekend in the Spring, and a 14-week training program in the Fall. Upon completion, they attend language school and begin a 3-year assignment in Africa or Latin America. They share their talents in health care, education, agronomy, community development, administration, technical skills, and pastoral work. They live together in community and participate in pastoral teams of Comboni priests, religious and local leaders.
Comboni Lay Mission Program is currently forming pastoral teams to serve in Guatemala, Kenya, Peru, South Africa and Eritrea. Visit their website to learn more about the program, and to fill out a preliminary application form: http://www.laymission-comboni.org/
Comboni Lay Missionary Program
1615 E. 31st Street
La Grange Park, IL 60526
708-588-1602
info@laymission-comboni.org
Echoing Green Fellowship
Visionaries Wanted
The Echoing Green Fellowship offers entrepreneurs up to $90,000 in seed funding to support and launch a new organization. Teach for America, City Year, and over 400 other social change organizations have begun through an Echoing Green Fellowship. People with incredible, new ideas who are determined to make their idea a reality are strongly encouraged to apply. The deadline is December 1, 2008.
Watch the video: http://www.echoinggreen.org/video
Apply online: https://apply.echoinggreen.org
Questions? Contact us at apply@echoinggreen.org.
Fordham University
Arrupe Fellowship
The MA in International Political Economy and Development (IPED) is a 12-course (3-semester) program designed to train students for international professional careers. These careers often require an advanced interdisciplinary knowledge of international economic relations for employment in government, business, or non-profit organizations. Our curriculum offers a rigorous foundation in political, economic, social, and quantitative analysis and an advanced interdisciplinary study of global economic issues. The program also offers a number of specializations. Arrupe Fellows are expected to specialize in development studies with a focus on project management.
Additional information can be obtained by contacting the IPED office at:
International Political Economy and Development Program
Fordham University
Bronx, New York 10458
USA
(718) 817-4064
iped@fordham.edu.
http://www.fordham.edu/iped/arrupe.html
Loyola University of Chicago
JVC Magis
The term Magis is a key element of Jesuit Spirituality, inviting us to do more and to become more in the hope of offering greater service.
Any former Jesuit Volunteer may apply for this service program. Offered by Loyola University Chicago, JVC: Magis is for dedicated people seeking meaning in their life who want to:
· serve people in the inner city;
· explore a deeper spirituality;
· earn a Master's Degree in one of the following areas: social work, pastoral studies, divinity, social justice, spirituality, secondary education. (Dual degree programs are not offered through JVC Magis.) This is offered as a full scholarship opportunity for all participating volunteers;
· consider making ministry and/or service a lifelong commitment.
For more information visit www.luc.edu/ccse/Magis.shtml or contact Lee Hubbell, 312-915-7049 or lhubbel@luc.edu.
Loyola Law Community Service Scholarship
Students who have participated in Americorps, City Year, Peace Corps, VISTA, Teach for America or Jesuit Volunteer Corps are eligible to receive $4,000 for the first year at the School of Law at Loyola University of Chicago. No application is required. Please submit a cover letter with proof of participation and completion of the program. The deadline is March 1st. Students who are chosen to receive the Teach for America Americorps Education Award from the Child and Family Law Center are no eligible of this scholarship.
For more information visit http://www.luc.edu/law/admission/jd/scholarships_firstyear.html#amaker
Marquette University
Trinity Fellows Program
Jesuit Volunteers and alumni are invited to apply for graduate study in the Marquette University Trinity Fellows Program, a twenty-one month study/work
program offering Master's degrees in: Business, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Communication, Economics, Educational Policy and Leadership, English, History, International Affairs, Applied Philosophy, Political Science, Public Service, or Theology.
The Trinity Fellows Program of Marquette University is intended for committed individuals who care about the well-being of others, about issues of social justice, and who wish to acquire experience in the urban non-profit sector while studying for two years toward a Master's degree. Each fellowship includes a full-tuition scholarship and a monthly stipend ($1565 per month). Each student is charged a participation fee of $1250 per semester. Up to ten fellowship awards will be distributed for the period of August 2009 -May 2011. To be eligible, applicants must have completed service in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, Lutheran Volunteer Corps, Peace Corps, Americorps, or other comparable full-time volunteer program.
Our application deadlines for the Fall 2009-Spring 2011 term are December 31, 2008 (History fellowships) or February 2, 2009 (all other fellowships).
For more information, contact Carole Ferrara at (414) 288-5861 or carole.ferrara@marquette.edu. Visit our website at
www.marquette.edu/trinityfellows.
Santa Clara University
Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries
The Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries offers Master’s of Arts degrees in Spirituality, Liturgical Music, Pastoral Liturgy, and Catechetics. Through academic study, ministerial development, a strong spiritual foundation, and a community atmosphere, the program prepares women and men to serve their faith communities.
A degree can be completed in two years full-time or five years part-time, either during the academic year or over five summers. All former Jesuit Volunteers (JVC and JVI) are eligible for 25% tuition remission. Additional generous scholarships are available based on need.
Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries
Santa Clara University
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95053
(408) 554-4831
(408) 554-7830 fax
pmadmissions@scu.edu
www.scu.edu/pm
Santa Clara University
School of Law
Santa Clara University, the Jesuit University in the Silicon Valley, has named public interest and social justice as areas of specialization and excellence. The law school provides students with a legal education that instills a commitment to social justice, public interest, and public service in every graduate. Students who want to focus on social justice and public interest work during their legal education and in practice take advantage of an impressive array of resources.
Scholarships available to students with demonstrated involvement in social justice work and an interest in pursuing Public Interest and Social Justice legal careers. Students can receive $5,000 per year for all three years of Law School.
For more information, visit the Law Admissions page at www.scu.edu/law/admissions.
Seattle University
Magis: Alumni Committed for Mission
Alumni Service Days/ Immersion Trips Prayer Vigils Leadership Formation Days of Prayer Weekend Ignatian Retreats |
Mission-Based Reunions Open Houses Ignatian Spirituality Programs Educational Speakers Vocational Discernment Initiatives |
Magis: Alumni Committed for Mission promotes spirituality, service and leadership opportunities for Puget Sound alumni of Seattle University and all Jesuit Universities through on and off-campus partnerships, such as:
To subscribe to the Magis monthly email blast, filled with up-to-date information on programs and events, email magis@seattleu.edu or view their website at http://www.seattleu.edu/magis.
St Mary’s College Minnesota
Remick Fellowship
The Remick Fellowship program responds to the need in American Catholic education for skilled teachers who are also soundly educated and mentored in ethical leadership skills.
Candidates for Remick Fellowships must meet requirements for the SMU Master of Arts in Instruction program, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in their undergraduate program, be members of the Catholic Church, and have demonstrated leadership skills. Application deadline is March 15.
The one-year Remick Fellowship program provides an opportunity for those who have earned a bachelor’s degree in a variety of fields to acquire teacher licensure in grades 5-12. Fellows will also earn a Master of Arts in Instruction degree. Those holding degrees in theology will receive the master’s degree but are not certified by the state.
Remick Fellows will receive full remission of all tuition, fees and room and board costs at the Winona Campus of Saint Mary’s University. For more information about the Remick Fellowship Program, contact Kathleen Flanagan at (800) 635-5987 or kflanaga@smumn.edu or visit www.smumn.edu
University of Dayton
Campus Ministry/Religious Studies
The University of Dayton offers full tuition, housing, and monthly stipend, health insurance provided to those pursuing a Masters of Theology and Masters in Pastoral Ministry. Graduate students gain practical campus ministry experience while pursuing a Master of Theological Studies or Pastoral Ministry. GA's engage in 20 hours/week serving undergraduate students in the Center for Social Concern, Retreats and Faith Development, and Residence Life Ministry. Reponsibilities include building community through spiritual and social programs, directing retreats, advising service clubs, organizing faith and justice and advocacy activities, providing pastoral support for students. College degree, ministry or volunteer experience preferred, creativity, leadership, applications due March1. For more information please visit: www.udayton.edu/~campmin/GA/index.htm
University of Notre Dame
Master of Science in Administration Program
The newly re-designed Master of Science in Administration program addresses the new issues in the nonprofit sector, including philanthropy, the impact of information technology, the call for administrative effectiveness and accountability, the responsibility for revenue generation, and the interface between the profit and nonprofit arenas.
The MSA Program places its curricular and scheduling focus on people who work full-time in community-based and national nonprofit agencies that lack a desired or required business background. The students have four years in which to complete the 42 credit hours from year of acceptance. For further information regarding the MSA Program please refer to our web site www.nd.edu/~msa or contact Kimberly Brennan at either 574-631-3639 or brennan.53@nd.edu.
Washington University
George Warren Brown School of Social Work
The George Warren Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis is pleased to announce the availability of $25,000 scholarships for returning service corps members. The Edison and Wald scholarships are awarded annually to returning service corps members that wish to pursue the Master of Social Work degree. Every year some of our best applicants come from the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, where they discovered their passion for a career of service. All current Jesuit Volunteers are eligible for an online application fee waiver. Contact Brian W. Legate, M.S.W., Director of Admissions George Warren Brown School of Social Work, Washington University, One Brookings Drive, Campus Box 1196, St. Louis, MO 63130. Phone: 877-321-2426. Fax: 314-935-4859. E-mail: legate@wustl.edu. Website: www.gwbweb.wustl.edu, Request Form: www.gwbweb.wustl.edu/info.
University of Washington
Gates Public Service Law Scholarship Program
The Gates Public Service Law Scholarship Program awards five scholarships on an annual basis to first year students entering the UW School of Law J.D. program. Each Gates PSL scholarship award covers tuition, books, costs of room and board and summer stipends to support public service law work. Acceptance of a Gates PSL scholarship represents a commitment on the part of each Scholar to work in public service for five years following graduation.
For more information about the Gates Scholarship program, including how to apply and eligibility requirements, go to http://www.law.washington.edu/GatesScholar/about.aspx.
