Where
El Paso / Ciudad JuarezContact
Deacon Kevin McCarthy
413-374-3861
kmccarthy@maryknoll.org
El Paso, TX - Ciudad Juárez Immersion
July 18-23, 2018
El Paso, TX and Juárez, MX are communities joined at the hip, but separated by border.
Join Maryknoll and the Columban Fathers to put a human face to complex border issues and explore the realities, challenges and interconnectedness of these two cities. Experience first-hand how economic and immigration policies affect people in Mexico as well as the United States – we invite you to join us!
PLEASE NOTE: Couples traveling together must each register separately so that we have complete contact information for each person.
Program Includes:
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Encounter and relationship building with individuals, families, and communities
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Orientation to social, political, and economic realities surrounding immigration
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On-the-ground training in missionary discipleship
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Professional development in engaging others in mission
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Faith formation designed to ground service and outreach in the Catholic tradition and faith
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Daily reflections and faith formation activities
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Ongoing support and consultation before, during, and after the immersion
Program Cost
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Accommodations at the Columban Mission, meals, and local transportation: $600
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Participants are responsible for air travel to and from El Paso, TX airport
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Passport required to cross the border (Visa not required)
Contact Deacon Kevin McCarthy at kmccarthy@maryknoll.org to apply/for more information