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Looking for opportunities beyond the St. Monica Catholic Community? Check out what is going on in our local community and beyond!

Discernment Retreats & Upcoming Retreats: Carmelite Sisters
and Sacred Heart Retreat House

Discover the beauty of religious life, the gift of Carmelite Spirituality, and the freedom of opening your heart to the unique plan God has for your life. We invite single Catholic women between 20 – 30 years of age to inquire about these discernment retreats. CLICK HERE.

Additionally, Men & Women Silent Retreats, specialty retreats, and specialty events are also offered. More information HERE.

Lay Mission-Helpers Association

thumbnail new logo high resolution Are you or someone you know considering overseas mission service? LMH is looking for men and women (single/married/family) to share their professional skills in education, healthcare, administration, accounting, IT, and more. Visit our website: www.laymissionhelpers.org or contact us at or (213) 368-1870 to learn more.

Sara's Homestay

saras homestay Sara’s Homestay is looking for caring and welcoming people interested in hosting international students studying English in the Los Angeles area. Homestay durations as short as two weeks and up to several months are available. Host families need to provide a furnished private bedroom, safe and clean environment, basic amenities such as internet access, and a warm welcoming atmosphere. We also offer hosts with the option to provide breakfast only or breakfast and dinner. For hosting our students, host families are provided with an additional income by welcoming students into their homes! This can be a very rewarding experience for both our hosts and students. Whether you are an empty nester or have an available room please contact us at , call us at 212-564-5979, or visit us at www.sarahomestay.com!

Catholic/Christian Co-Ed Softball Players Wanted

Catholic Co-ed Softball Adult (Ages 18+) Players wanted to Spring Season! Games are Wed & Sun in El Segundo & WLA! Singles & Couples Welcome; Females Players especially needed! If interested, text Fred @ (714) 369-9516.

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Santa Monicans are urged to apply today at housing.ca.gov. The statewide “CA COVID-19 Rent Relief” program (also commonly referred to as “Housing is Key”) is now open and taking applications to help income-eligible households with 100% of rent and utilities, for both past and future amounts owed. Santa Monica renters and property owners are urged to review income eligibility and apply today at housing.ca.gov or by calling (833) 430-2122. This rental assistance program, along with the statewide eviction moratorium, is intended to keep families housed, shield tenants from eviction, and help both landlords and tenants recover from the economic impacts of COVID-19.

Ignatians West

ignatianswest Ignatians West is looking for a few good people! Are you a mature adult with some free time? Your lifetime of experience can be turned into service for others. Ignatians West will match your interests and talents with the needs of children, adults and seniors in a variety of non-profit settings. Volunteers serve in schools, food pantries, hospitals and social service centers 1 or 2 days a week.

In addition to service, Ignatians West volunteers meet monthly to reflect in the Ignatian tradition.

This Jesuit affiliated ministry invites you to assist those in need, work for a more just society, care for the earth and grow deeper in your faith. The benefits are priceless! Check us out at ignatianswest.org or on Facebook. You can make a difference in the life of another!

For further information contact:

Anne Hansen | 310-338-2358 |