Service Adventure, a flagship service program of Mission Network, offers young adults ages 17-20 a 10-month gap-year experience blending intentional community living, hands-on service, and faith exploration.
While much of the program’s spotlight falls on the personal growth of participants — who live together in a unit house, serve at local nonprofits, and engage with supporting congregations — the ripple effects extend deeply into the host communities.
Each Service Adventure unit is intentionally woven into the fabric of a local neighborhood, forging connections with a sponsoring Mennonite church and a network of nonprofit partners. This embedded approach doesn’t just place volunteers; it creates a symbiotic relationship where the community receives fresh energy, practical support, and enduring bonds like
- Boosting nonprofit operations through these dedicated volunteers who enable centers to do more.
- Energizing local churches with an influx of energy for revitalizing youth ministries and intergenerational events.
- A leadership pipeline as participants return as skilled professionals to their home communities or choose to stay in their new communities.
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