Mathew Halvorson, who attends Auburn University, served with us this past summer as one of our construction coordinators in Livingston, Al. Continue reading to hear about what this summer meant to him and his faith. We are so thankful for Mat and have loved having him serve with us! In my time serving with Alabama … Read more
Tuesday: Day 5 “Blessed are the poor in Spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven”– Matthew 5 “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God”– Luke 6: 20 Yesterday our friend and board member, Emily Jones, led a workshop on the Myths and Facts of poverty and where our … Read more
Blog: Day 4 begins- Monday Oct. 14 Yesterday at different times, two homeless men showed up at my doorstep. Trenton was riding a bike and had a pair of jeans and a shirt wrapped around his handle bars. He was clean shaven and wore a huge smile. At first he asked me what we were … Read more
First, some thanks and shout outs: Yesterday while setting up was greeted by Katie and her mom. Katie served on our summer staff in Tuskegee. I was also visited by Kelly the Tuskegee site leader, and Kate Duke who brought me dinner. She also served in Tuskegee. What a great mini and unexpected reunion! Had … Read more
One more night in my bed, one more day before we go into the shack. It is a fun time getting all of the last minute preparations together. This large and high impact fundraiser, carries us through several months and several homes. I was visiting with Andrew and Bernice a few days ago. They are … Read more