Participant Quotes

"Young Neighbors made me realize how lucky I was, gave me a chance to help others less fortunate and most importantly brought me closer to God."

"Young Neighbors was an awesome experience! It taught me so much about interacting with people and I learned a lot about myself. I never thought I would have this much fun! I learned that God is always present and that the people we worked with are just like us, but have come across some bumps in the road."

"Young Neighbors was definitely the most valuable thing I've done this year! I now understand the Church as Jesus wanted it: a community of believers that serves those less fortunate and "gathers around the table" in worship."

"Our Young Neighbors experience was an important moment in the life of youth ministry at our parish. Our young people learned what it is to be disciples of Christ and are fired up about expanding the service they do back home."

"Young Neighbors is a wonderful experience that will change the way you look at others and at yourself. Although you give of yourself, what you receive in return is so much greater than what you give. I learned that just a small effort on my part can make a real difference to someone else. I also learned that I need to be more grateful for what I have."

"Young Neighbors helps this world become a better place. The prayer sessions and time you have to think give you a chance to discuss how you feel and what might be good to work on for the next day. I would recommend Young Neighbors to anyone looking for a way to understand God unlike any way before."