OSP Encounter Catholic Worker Service Trip Retreat
June 15 - June 19
We invite you to join OSP Encounter for 5 days of service with Lake City Catholic Worker. Leaving the morning of Tuesday, June 15th and returning the evening of Saturday, June 19th.
Lake City Catholic Worker is a faith--based farming community in the Catholic Worker tradition of a land and craft—based economy, the works of mercy and Restoration Agriculture. Believing in the sacredness of the land, their agricultural practices strive to be ecologically sustainable, economically sound, and socially just. Their animals are humanely- raised and their farming is perennial—based. They bring a spirit of joy to our work and share our excitement for local food and culture with our community. Their main focus of work is creating a just business through the selling of kombucha and vegetables.
Together, we will learn about a different way to live based on the Gospel – through an intentional community of people dedicated to living out the Gospel as a lifelong choice. The workers will introduce us to/expand our understanding of the Catholic Worker Movement, founded by Dorothy Day. Together we will pray, work, cook, and eat together in a spirit of Joy while enjoying the outdoors/farm. In addition to work, we will have time to enjoy the nature of the area together – swimming in the Mississippi, kayaking, and hiking.
Some of the tasks we will do on the farm include:
1. Seeding vegetables in trays
2. Working in vegetable High Tunnels
3. Regular chores, including feeding goats and pigs
4. Working in veggie fields
5. General farm work for the growing season
6. Mulching and weeding perennials
7. Larger projects (Path clearing and maintenance, small building projects, etc…)
Further Logistics:
1. Lodging: This will be a camping-based trip. We will prepare meals and shower in a shared indoor space, but will be staying outside on the farm in tents. Please let us know if you need help accessing a tent/sleep bag for the trip.
2. Transportation: We will be carpooling to MN together. If you are able to drive, please note on the sign up form. If you are in need of a ride, please note. For those who are driving, your mileage and gas will be compensated by OSP.
3. Donation/Cost: The farm requests a 10 dollar donation for each night of stay to help cover the cost. This will be about 50 dollars per person for the week. If you are unable to contribute this, please let us know, and OSP will offer scholarships to cover the cost of attendance.
4. COVID-19 Requirements/Protocol: Per the Archdiocese requirements, only individuals who are fully vaccinated will be able to attend this trip. Proof of vaccination will be requested. All adult members working on the farm are fully vaccinated and we will follow CDC regulations and recommendations. For more information, please reach out with any questions or clarification.
To register and for more Information, please fill out the form on MyOSP: bit.ly/ospencounter-retreat
For more information on Lake City Catholic Worker Farm, please visit their website at lakecitycw.com
For additional questions or clarifications, please contact Meg at megb@oldstpats.org
Lake City Catholic Worker is a faith--based farming community in the Catholic Worker tradition of a land and craft—based economy, the works of mercy and Restoration Agriculture. Believing in the sacredness of the land, their agricultural practices strive to be ecologically sustainable, economically sound, and socially just. Their animals are humanely- raised and their farming is perennial—based. They bring a spirit of joy to our work and share our excitement for local food and culture with our community. Their main focus of work is creating a just business through the selling of kombucha and vegetables.
Together, we will learn about a different way to live based on the Gospel – through an intentional community of people dedicated to living out the Gospel as a lifelong choice. The workers will introduce us to/expand our understanding of the Catholic Worker Movement, founded by Dorothy Day. Together we will pray, work, cook, and eat together in a spirit of Joy while enjoying the outdoors/farm. In addition to work, we will have time to enjoy the nature of the area together – swimming in the Mississippi, kayaking, and hiking.
Some of the tasks we will do on the farm include:
1. Seeding vegetables in trays
2. Working in vegetable High Tunnels
3. Regular chores, including feeding goats and pigs
4. Working in veggie fields
5. General farm work for the growing season
6. Mulching and weeding perennials
7. Larger projects (Path clearing and maintenance, small building projects, etc…)
Further Logistics:
1. Lodging: This will be a camping-based trip. We will prepare meals and shower in a shared indoor space, but will be staying outside on the farm in tents. Please let us know if you need help accessing a tent/sleep bag for the trip.
2. Transportation: We will be carpooling to MN together. If you are able to drive, please note on the sign up form. If you are in need of a ride, please note. For those who are driving, your mileage and gas will be compensated by OSP.
3. Donation/Cost: The farm requests a 10 dollar donation for each night of stay to help cover the cost. This will be about 50 dollars per person for the week. If you are unable to contribute this, please let us know, and OSP will offer scholarships to cover the cost of attendance.
4. COVID-19 Requirements/Protocol: Per the Archdiocese requirements, only individuals who are fully vaccinated will be able to attend this trip. Proof of vaccination will be requested. All adult members working on the farm are fully vaccinated and we will follow CDC regulations and recommendations. For more information, please reach out with any questions or clarification.
To register and for more Information, please fill out the form on MyOSP: bit.ly/ospencounter-retreat
For more information on Lake City Catholic Worker Farm, please visit their website at lakecitycw.com
For additional questions or clarifications, please contact Meg at megb@oldstpats.org