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# Orthodox Volunteer Corps Opens Applications for 2027-28 Service Year
- URL: https://uoj.news/news/orthodox-volunteer-corps-opens-applications-for-2027-28-service-year/
- Published: 2026-10-26T17:35:42.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-26T17:47:24.000Z
- Description: The program will place Orthodox Young adults in Boston, Pittsburg, and Phoenix, combining community service with faith and leadership development.
- Author: Victor Boldewskul Jr.
- Tags: #Category: News, Orthodox Volunteer Corps, Orthodox youth, Young Adults

**PITTSBURGH, PA —** The [Orthodox Volunteer Corps](https://www.antiochian.org/regulararticle/2983) (OVC) is accepting applications for its 2027-28 service year, offering young adults the opportunity to work with community organizations in three US cities.

The 10 month long program will take place in Boston, Pittsburg, and Phoenix. Participants will be working at local organizations including homeless shelters, after-school programs, medical clinics, and others. 

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The program is open for Orthodox young adults in their twenties, wherein participates will lead lives of service to the Church and the wider community. In addition to their service placements, participants attend weekly sessions on the Orthodox Christian faith and community-based leadership. They also live with other Orthodox young adults and participate in the life of local parishes.

Housing, transportation, and food during the program are fully covered for participants. Interested young adults can begin the application process [here](https://orthodoxvolunteercorps.org/serve-application/). 

The OVC is an official agency of the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America.

Previously, the [UOJ reported](https://uoj.news/news/project-mexico-opens-registration-for-2027-homebuilding-program/) that Project Mexico Opened Registration for its 2027 Homebuilding Program.