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Alternative Break Experiences (ABE)
"ABE is a chance to experience a new view on life,
to learn from those who you thought you would teach,
to question your faith and have it grow stronger
after experiencing God's creations and love in the world."
~San Lucas Mission Participant, 2010
What is ABE?
ABE is a program offered through CSB Campus Ministry that works hard to provide meaningful trips, both nationally and internationally. We firmly believe that exposure to other cultures, places, and ways of life will enha
nce the lives and perspectives of trip participants. Each year, we strive to provide quality experiences that will complement academic experiences and inspire hearts.
Five Pillars
Students, co-leaders and staff combine the 5 Pillars of ABE as a framework to guide their trip experience. Alternative Break Experiences are not typical mission trips, and our participants are not typical tourists. By embracing these pillars, our participants grow in values-based leadership and develop a more integrated global vision. Derived from our Catholic and Benedictine heritage, the concepts of Social Justice, Community, Reflection, Learning and Intentional Living merge, offering participants an experience to inspire their lives.
ABE Trips
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Have questions? See our FAQs page or contact us with questions or comments at abe@csbsju.edu
Alternative Break Experiences (ABE) aims to:
- raise awareness of social issues and injustices
- encourage reflection and questioning
- move towards integrating justice and service into life
- encourage a polycentric world view
- encourage both individual and shared leadership
- integrate faith into the fabric of the experience
- approach the trips as a partnership with other people
- foster respect and community among the participants
- provide a fun, safe and challenging break experience