Frequently Asked Questions

 
 

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1. What are the dates of the summer program?

Our 2024 summer program will begin on Tuesday, June 25 and ends on Saturday, June 29. 

2. Where will the institute take place?

Our summer program will take place on the beautiful campus of Saint John's Abbey and University in Collegeville, Minnesota. Participants will enjoy the beautiful architecture and 2700+ acres of lakes and wood

3. Which track should I apply for?

Participants for the Youth track are students in high school or the first few years of college. Youth participants must be at least age 14, and no older than age 20, by June 25, 2024. The youth track has a strong focus on developing musically.

Participants in 18+ can consider attending the College track. This track provides foundational formation and training for students who work or volunteer to support the liturgical life of their campus ministry, Newman Center, or parish community.

New this year, the Advocate track is a curriculum will be primarily a virtual experience. We will be offering digital access to our full group sessions that cover a range of liturgical, ministerial and spiritual formation topics. This opportunity will be available for all who are interested, and will be especially beneficial for mentors and advocates who have youth & college-aged participants attending the program live. For adults who may be required to travel with their young people in order for the students to be able to participate in One Call, the advocate will be able to stay on campus and participate in full-group sessions in-person for the week.

4. Do I need to be able to read music to attend the youth or College track?

No! Reading music is definitely an advantage. While most of our participants are able to read music, we understand that not everyone can. Additional assistance will be available, as needed.

5. I am an instrumentalist. Do I still need to sing while in the youth track at One Call?

Yes! We will give you every opportunity to develop your skills on your primary instrument. However, singing is an important part of liturgical music, and we will all sing when we are not playing our instruments.

6. Do I need to be Catholic to attend?

No! While our focus is on Catholic liturgy, we welcome members of all Christian denominations who wish to participate. 

7. if i want to attend the youth track, does an adult need to attend, too?

No! There is no requirement that youth participants attend with an adult. New this year, our advocate (adult) track has become virtual making it easily accessible to even more advocates. We strongly encourage youth to attend and adults to participate virtually, as it adds a depth to the experience and provides more opportunities for engagement once you return home.

8. Do I need to live on campus or can i commute?

All youth and college participants must live on campus for the entire institute. Rooms include a twin size bed, sheets, blanket, pillow, bath towel and wash cloth.

9. Do i have to attend the entire program or can i come for part?

Because of the structure of our curriculum, participants in all tracks must attend the entire institute. 

10. What is the cost of the 2024 summer institute?

For current One Call tuition rates, please visit the “Youth” “College” and “Advocate” pages.

Program fees do not include airfare or other costs associated with travel to Minnesota, but do include shuttle service from the MSP airport to campus.

11. Does One Call offer scholarships?

Through the generosity of our partner organizations and sponsors, One Call is able to offer limited financial assistance. We can also help suggest other sources of funding and assistance. You can visit the “Financial Assistance” page for a link to the OCI financial aid application.

12. I need to fly to Minnesota to attend. How do I get to campus?

We will arrange for a shuttle to transport participants to Saint John's at the beginning of the institute and back to the airport at the end. Participants have the option to arrange their own transportation, if they choose. If you plan to take the shuttle, please do not purchase your air ticket until the departure and arrival times have been communicated. We don't want you to miss your ride!

13. What are One Call's safe environment procedures?

One Call takes the safety of participants very seriously. All team members submit certification of safe environment training and verification of aptitude for ministry from their home diocese. Additionally, every team member undergoes additional safe environment training before the institute begins. 

The Saint John's campus also has safety and security services. Life Safety Services is the campus security department. The campus also has its own first response EMT team and fire department. Summer programs have procedures for fire, severe weather, and other emergency situations.

14.Are there public events that family and friends can attend throughout the week?

The youth participants are featured in a concert at 7PM on Friday evening at One Call on the Saint John’s campus. The concert is open for all friends and families to attend. While there is not admission costs, free-will donations are encouraged. The concert will not be live streamed this year, but will be recorded and shared on Sunday June 30th as a video premiere on One Call’s social media accounts. Airing the concert after the students return home allows them to watch the concert with their family, friends and parish communities.

Friends and families are also welcome to join us for mass on Saturday morning at 9:00. Participants are free to leave campus following this service.