1 Timothy 6:18-19 (New International Version)18Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. 19In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.
Citi IMPACT Builds New Orleans and Texas – Citi IMPACT typically works with teams formed out of local churches, schools, or communities. However, many individuals are not able to form a team so we have set aside three weeks this summer just for them. Please see our Volunteer info page for more information on this wonderful opportunity to build homes, hope, and friendships! If you are not able to go this summer please consider donating funds to allow someone else the chance to serve that has the time but not the resources. As you know, mission trips change the individual serving as much or more than those they go to help.
Boliver Peninsula, TX - suffered the worse damage overall from Hurricane Ike. JD just met Shawn whose family has lived on the peninsula for four generations. He is an EMT who was called back to Boliver right after Ike passed to help rescue people. He recalls many bodies floating in the water and many friends he lost. These people desperately need help. This will be an area that the Galveston Build teams will work on as well. Please consider bringing a construction, clean-up, VBS, or other outreach team to this area of great need.
Citi IMPACT Affiliates - Discussions are underway in Seattle, WA and Portland, OR as our first official affiliate cities are preparing to launch. If you live in these areas let us know if you’ d like to take part in ongoing conference calls. Likewise, if you are in another city and would like to be part of a team to pursue such an affiliate in your region please contact Citi IMPACT.
JD was able to meet up with three teams on the ground last week and was greatly inspired by the hearts of those that came as well as those that were helped. Here are just a few highlights:
A team from Westover Church in Greensboro, NC worked to get Maria, a 75 year old Veteran, back in her home following Ike. Maria’s father built the house in 1944. She was so grateful for the teams help that she made lunch for them daily.
Josh, is currently unemployed, but chose to spend his time helping others despite his own hardships.
New Covenant Christian School in Lansing, MI chose to work on houses during their Senior Trip instead of the typical beach or theme park adventures. The smiles on their faces as they painted and sheetrocked looked amazingly fullfilled and proud. Who needs rollercoasters?!?
Redwood Hills Church from Seattle brought a group of skilled adults who took time off work to help a single mom get her family home again.
Thanks to all of you who have given of their time, talents, and resources. As we unite in building homes we are building up treasures in Heaven!
