Comments from the Youth Service Corps

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Neda

“Louhelen is a very unique service opportunity, because it gives you many chances to really stretch yourself and develop skills that are applicable to the real world. . . . What really helped me serve at Louhelen was a balanced lifestyle. Going from intense and arduous service to calm and relaxed hang-out time, to intense study of the writings, really helped keep me happy and energized, and ready to serve.”

Maryam

“You should consider a year of service because it’s an opportunity to get to know yourself on many different levels. My advice to people considering a year of service is this: Welcome tests and difficulties, and consider them bounties. You grow from them.”

Rob

“I dare say there are a number of good reasons to come to LouHelen. Being able to sit in on the conferences means that you can learn about topics that interest you . . . I would recommend it to anyone. Spiritually, it's service. The thing about service is its easy to be happy.”

Nick

“I would encourage anyone to participate in service at Louhelen. . . . When they have finished, they will be more than grateful for having done it and will have more tools to use back in their home [communities].”

Hector

“Louhelen sets the standard for all the Bahá’í schools
. . . the premier school for the Bahá’ís of the United States.”

Vahid

“I really felt alive and happy when teaching children’s classes with some of the other service youth. I was able to use my ability to connect with kids, and influence them positively. Seeing the children’s reactions to the material being taught really stood out. . . . Service isn’t just work. It’s constant inspiration, seeing the core activities in action.”