Volunteer Program at the Abode of the Message

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ORGANIZATION: Abode of the Message

The Abode of the Message is an spiritual and retreat center in Columbia County, NY. It is an interfaith center for seekers of all paths on 350 acres of forest, farm, pond, mountain and spring. The campus is made up of historic Shaker buildings built in the 19th century. The Abode rents out their campus and land to groups and retreats throughout the season (April through November), and needs volunteers to help with hosting these guests. The exchange is 30 hours per week for room and board and participation in the community. There are three sessions from April through November that you can apply for. Please check out the description on our website: https://www.theabode.org/volunteer/

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About Abode of the Message

Location:

5 Abode rd., New Lebanon, NY 12125, US

Mission Statement

The Abode's mission is to provide a sanctuary for spiritual exploration and community, in harmony with nature. Each year, the Abode welcomes a diverse array of groups and events, conducts individual and group retreats, and sponsors interfaith classes, dialogue and programs.

Description

The Abode is an interfaith spiritual and retreat center in Columbia county, NY. Originally founded by the Inayati Sufi order in 1975. The Abode campus is made up of several historic buildings built by the Shakers in the 19th century. It is on 350 acres of forest, mountain, farm, pond and spring. It is a place for spiritual seekers of all paths to congregate and practice. During program season (April through November) the Abode grounds and campus is rented out to groups. The Abode offers Sacred Hospitality to their guests.
The Volunteer Program is an exchange of 30 hours per week for room and board and life in the community. Their are three sessions April through November. Please check out our website description on the webpage: https://www.theabode.org/volunteer/

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Environment
Faith-Based
Community, Environment, Faith-Based

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

5 ABODE RDNEW LEBANONNew Lebanon, NY 12125

(42.44326,-73.378914)
 

SKILLS

  • Farming
  • Cooking / Catering
  • Event Management
  • Customer Service
  • Gardening
  • Baking

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • 12 weeks per session
  • Application including references, and background check. As well as a phone or facetime interview.

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