Higher Ground Staff

Each year, it takes approximately 50-80 volunteers to staff the different weeks of Higher Ground Retreats™. Because of the dedication of these volunteers, Higher Ground Retreats have existed for over 50 years. A staff member is someone who:

• Is a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Has a personal relationship with Jesus, with the desire to share how their relationship with Him has impacted their life.
• Adheres to and is able to articulate the central teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Demonstrates reasonable mental and emotional stability.
• Preferably is currently living within the Diocese of Grand Island and is involved in their parish.
• Participates in or actively supports youth ministry/religious education within their parish.
• Is physically able to be involved in both rigorous and sedentary activities.
• Demonstrates appropriate boundaries in their relationships.
• Fully compliant with Diocesan policies including safe environment/child protection requirements.

Staff members must be at least two years out of high school to apply for Higher Ground and 17 years old to apply for Higher Ground Extreme Faith.

Higher Ground Week 1 - May 22-28
Higher Ground Week 2 - May 29 - June 4
HG Extreme Faith - July 9-15

If you are interested in working as a staff member, please complete a Staff Application. On the application, please indicate the preferred program and week. An online or in person interview will be scheduled for anyone applying for this opportunity.