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Youth Immersion Programs

SJ Awareness WeekDiocesan Youth Immersion Programs 2011

Mission Statement

The Immersion programs of the Diocese of San Jose educate teens on issues of social justice and involve Catholic teens from the Diocese in meaningful service activities that address the issues of poverty and immigration in Santa Clara County and along the U.S.-Mexico Border region. Special emphasis is placed on Catholic Social Teaching, and on developing a faith that does justice.

Immersion Trips 

For more information about these opportunities check out the Diocese Immersion website. Click here to visit their website.

Who can apply?
Only current High School students may apply for the New Mexico Trip and the San Jose Justice Awareness trip.

How will people be chosen?
The adults supervising the trips will review the applications. The criteria for selecting participants will take into consideration the timeliness of submitting the application, the essay explaining your reasons for wanting to participate, balancing of males and females and the recommendation form.

What are the deadlines for submitting applications?
There is no deadline; first come first served.

When will the participants be chosen?
You will be notified of your status within a week of submitting your application.

How can I find out more information?
E-mail Bruno Martinez at donbruno408@sbcglobal.net.

What will be my commitment if I am chosen?
1. You will be expected to turn in a non-refundable deposit to hold your spot. The acceptance materials will outline the payment schedule and due dates.
2. You will attend at least one mandatory preparatory meeting for the trip; date and location TBD.
3. You will turn in all paperwork and make payments toward the trip according to schedule.

Where do I turn in my Application?
The preferred method of turning in your application is to give it to your Youth Minister at your parish. If your parish does not have a Youth Minister you may mail it directly to the address at the bottom of the application. If the recommendations are turned in separately from the application they may be sent directly to the Diocese.