What is Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga?
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Habitat for Humanity and Partner Families |
| Habitat for Humanity is a Christian based ministry which works in partnership with low income working families presently living in substandard housing in the Chattanoga area. Habitat helps them realize the dream of home ownership by building simple, affordable housing. |
Habitat uses contributions, volunteer labor and donated materials to build each house. Each carefully screened family is selected to purchase the house through a no-interest loan. They are also required to invest their own labor - sweat equity - into the building of their house and houses of others. |
| Habitat for Humanity and First-Centenary |
In addition to construction volunteers, many people are needed to make the project a success. Can you see yourself doing any of the following? |
Habitat provides a unique opportunity for First-Centenary members to demonstrate the love and teachings of Jesus Christ by helping such a family in need. Habitat is for Every Member in Ministry who believes that everyone deserves a simple, decent and safe place to live.
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- Helping with fund raising activities
- Making telephone calls to workers
- Creating posters, etc. to promote the project
- Making lunches and snacks for workers
- Providing childcare or transportation for volunteers
- Helping with activities to encourage youth and children to participate
- Helping with mailings
- Helping with devotions at worksite
- Providing financial offerings
- Praying for the family and each member involved in the project
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| How can First-Centenary members serve? |
These are just a few of the kinds of volunteer workers needed. What is God calling you to do?
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| Certainly, a few persons with construction skills are needed, but energetic members who are willing to learn can be taught to do most tasks. |
