Fresno, California, USA. From June 17 to July 20, 2026, seminarians and discerners participated in the Claretian Summer Mission Experience, a five-week program of service, prayer, community life, and formation at St. Anthony Maria Claret and St. Paul Catholic Newman Center.
Rooted in Claretian apostolic zeal, participants visited the homebound, prepared meals for homeless neighbors, prayed with campesino families, supported the annual Vacation Bible School with Ministerio Bíblico Claretiano, and took part in outreach and community projects.
The experience also included the Forge and shared theological reflections, helping participants deepen their spiritual lives, discernment, and missionary vocation.
Through prayer, service, and community, the participants strengthened their bonds and were encouraged to continue carrying the Gospel into the places where they are called to serve.
The program was facilitated by Fr Agustin Carrillo, CMF, Province Vocation Director, and Alicia Rodarte, Mission Experiences & Young Adult Engagement Manager.
