Resurrection House is an academic year internship for recent college graduates emphasizing vocational discernment, hands-on parish ministry, and community living. Three or four participants are annually selected to live in an intentional Christian community in a rehabilitated church vicarage on the grounds of the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection in Omaha, NE.  The program includes 20 hours a week working with a rector in an Episcopal parish; 10 hours a week doing social outreach ministry in a multi-racial urban setting; and 10 hours per week in spiritual direction, community worship, theological study and reflection.  The application deadline is open.

The Rev. Judi A. Yeates, Director
Resurrection House
3004 Belvedere Boulevard

Omaha, NE 68111-1232
Tel: (402) 455-7015
Email: motherjudi@earthlink.net,
Website: www.geocities.com/reshouseomaha

Age Range: Recent College grads, ages 21—30 years

Medical Insurance Coverage: Full healthcare allowance; must be insurance eligible and in sound physical and emotional health

Type of housing provided: Individual bedroom with shared living space irecently remodeled church rectory

Transportation provided: Must bring own vehicle. Transportation allowance provided.

Type of work/volunteer placements: Parish assignment/community outreach site

Parish Context: Church of the Resurrection– www.cor-episcopal.org

Location: Inner-City of Omaha, Nebraska

Student Loan Deferment: Yes, but not affiliated with AmeriCorp.

Community Life: Simple living commitment as well as an agreed upon Rule of Life. Daily prayer and worship, retreats, community meals and regular business meetings

Stipend: Allowance of $100/week, plus food allowance

Ecumenical: Yes, but primarily Episcopalian

Length of Program: August through May. 2 weeks vacation and personal retreat days.

Relocation Allowance: Yes