Blowing Rock Conference Center (Blowing Rock)

Mission:  ecumenical Conference Center affiliated with the Southern Conference of the UCC located near the Blue Ridge Mountains,hosting retreats, reunions, special events for all ages, and specializes in the ministry of hospitality. (www.brccenter.org)

Volunteer Position:  Office assistant and host team, the maintenance/housekeeping team and program implementation team.   

Period:  2-12 month placements thorughout the year

Apply by:  3 months prior to requested start date

Housing:  Apartment

Minimum Age:  19 years 

Prodigals Community (Winston-Salem)

Mission:  ecumenical Christian community that provides vocational training, accountability and spiritual and emotional structure for residents with chronic substance abuse problems.  The outreach program educates and supports families of addicts and alcoholics. (www.prodigals.org)

Volunteer Position:  Transportation and maintenance, work crew leader, residence assistant, education aide in tutoring and computer training. 

Period:  2-12 months

Apply by:  3 months prior to requested start date

Housing:  Apartment or Community Living with residents

Minimum Age:  19 years 
 

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United Church Homes and Services (UCHS) (Newton, Thomasville & Lake Prince Woods)

Mission:  continuing care retirement living opportunities in this not-for-profit organizationaffiliated with the Southern Conference of the United Church of Christ.  (www.uchas.org)

Volunteer Position:  Reception and hospitality office assistance, and campus activities.

Period:  2-3 months throughout the year

Apply by:  3 months prior to requested start date

Housing:  Apartment or Host Family

Minimum Age:  19 years

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