Are you looking for a summer adventure? Become a Diocese of Burlington Totus Tuus Missionary!
Totus Tuus is more than just a summer catechetical program. It’s a dynamic, joy-filled experience that will ignite your faith and help you grow as a disciple and leader! As a missionary, you’ll be inspiring kids with your Catholic faith and diving deep into the Sacraments, Adoration, and devotion to the Blessed Mother. You’ll be leading classrooms as well as playing fun games, and engaging in activities that create lasting memories.
But that’s not all! You’ll also build meaningful friendships with your teammates and live your faith in ways you’ve never experienced before!
What’s the mission?
You’ll be part of a team of four, traveling to parishes across the Diocese of Burlington (covering the entire scenic state of Vermont!) Each week, you’ll visit a new parish, hosting a five-day parish mission. You’ll teach theology to kids in grades 1-6 during the day and inspire teens in grades 7-12 in the evenings. You’ll be equipped with all the training you need to teach and lead, making this the perfect chance to grow in your leadership skills while sharing your love for Christ.
What’s in it for you?
- Paid ($3,450.00 stipend), temporary position with all in-state housing and meals provided during your time of employment.
- A deep dive into living the faith authentically
- Opportunities to build lifelong friendships
- A summer full of adventure, growth, and impact
More information about the position
- The program will run from June 11-August 8, 2026 with a week off from June 27-July 4.
- All in-state transportation will be provided and/or mileage reimbursed
- Must be a high school senior or a high school graduate to apply, but no other experience is required: all training will be provided
The Diocese of Burlington is calling and you don’t want to miss this unforgettable experience!
For more info and to apply, visit: totustuus.church/be-missionary
When applying, make sure to check the box for VT: Diocese of Burlington
Please contact Daniel Lacourrege, the Diocesan Catechetical Leader, for more information: [email protected] or at 1-802-448-3514.
Read about the adventures of our former missionaries
“During my time as a missionary in Totus Tuus I formed some of the greatest friendships. In fact, all my former teammates will be a part of my upcoming wedding this summer as altar servers and bridesmaids! Some of my favorite memories with them were spent hiking the mountains of Vermont, exploring local farms, and of course playing disk golf. I treasure these moments as a huge part of me as I formed these lifelong friendships through the program. Nothing beats praying the Liturgy of the Hours with some of the best people you’ll ever meet while the sun sets through the Green Mountains!” – Ellie Luttrell
“I’m forever grateful for the happy camaraderie of my Totus Tuus team. The program can be grueling and stretching, but we learned to lean upon one another, especially through our life of communal prayer. We also learned the joy that comes from standing shoulder to shoulder, together laboring after the shared goal of spreading the Gospel and its saving truths. I’ll never forget the kindness and loving endurance of my teammates.” – Fr. Kevin Chalifoux
“I spent two summers as a Totus Tuus Missionary, and it turned out to be one of the most transformative experiences of my life. Vermont, with its breathtaking landscapes and New England charm, was the perfect backdrop for this journey.
The parishioners and the kids were welcoming, and there was always something new to explore with my teammates during our downtime. Totus Tuus wasn’t just a mission; it was a journey of growth, renewal, and adventure.” – Alayna Fox
“Totus Tuus, rocks! Here is a picture sometime after the program ended and fellow missionaries met up at Mount Saint Mary’s University and we took a goofy photo together. The experience of emptying yourself sharing the Gospel over the summer is enlivening, challenging, and ultimately extremely rewarding. The result of Totus Tuus is shared experiences with people who you will forever have connections with far after the program ends.” – Anthony Maurice
Totus Tuus rocked my world. I learned to love the Lord and let the Lord love me. I saw His face in little children, in the Sacraments, and in the beauty of Vermont. Through visiting so many parishes all across the State, I saw the Diocese of Burlington in a whole new light. Christ is here and there is hope. Totus Tuus taught me how to pass on the Catholic faith to all ages, gave me lifelong friends, and showed me that it is in giving that we receive. Take the leap and apply to be a missionary!” – Rachel Lavallee
“Unpredictable in the best kind of way: that is how I would describe my experience with Totus Tuus! Teammates are unpredictable, children are unpredictable, mission locations are unpredictable. Somehow, four very different people are placed into one team, and those four very different people become friends and complement each other. Somehow, you influence kids from every background and bring them closer to Jesus, even when you might be a mess inside. Somehow, you maneuver each mission location with tact, grace, and creativity and change hearts and minds for eternity, most especially your own. The secret ingredient: our wonderful and Blessed Mother, for who we are Totus Tuus.” – Faith Barton
“I served the Diocese of Burlington as a Totus Tuus missionary for 3 summers. Each one of those summers were unforgettable and life changing. My teammates became some of my closest friends, and I still talk to them despite living in different parts of the country. The children and parishes that we served were all amazing. It was such a gift to be able to bring Christ to so many people across the state. The combination of community, teaching, and prayer makes for a wonderful and faith-filled summer. There’s no better place to serve the Church for a summer than in Vermont. You couldn’t ask for a more beautiful location or for a more welcoming diocese.” – Joey brooks
Mark your calendars for Totus Tuus 2026!
Totus Tuus is an energetic and fun Catholic youth program dedicated to sharing the Gospel and promoting the Catholic faith through evangelization, catechesis, Christian witness, and Eucharistic worship.
Totus Tuus is one week long, with the grade school (grades 1-8) session during the day from 9 am to 3 pm, and a session for high school students each evening. The week is led by our enthusiastic team of Totus Tuus missionaries!
Dates & Locations
Brattleboro
Georgia/St. Albans
Derby Line/Newport
Enosburg
Bennington
Norwich/White River Junction
