More of what I did the week of April 26-30

St. Matthews from Austin, Texas (Longhorn territory) volunteered with us. They were a great group of people and I got to spend the first couple days working with them at the house on Avenue M 1/2 (yes, this avenue is between M and N because they had too many streets and not enough letters!) We actually finished the house this week so the Cummins family will be moving in soon! Take a look at the pictures: http://www.facebook.com/ikerelief?ref=ts#!/album.php?aid=111928&id=135769573374&ref=mf

I really got to know Jill, Susan, Dike, and Jim. They were all very caring people. They are a true testament to what Jesus said: "They will know that you are my followers by your love for one another."




And the same goes for all of the people at Grace Episcopal church (the one I've been attending on Sunday.) They cooked for all the volunteers this past Thursday!! Such nice people! The man in the black shirt is Paul, the priest.


I also got to do some little things to finish up Ms. Charlotte's house. (Mainly taping and mudding and painting a closet that hadn't been finished.) Ms. Charlotte is in the blue shirt and her new housemate is Elizabeth. I had an opportunity to talk in depth with Elizabeth and we shared our faith stories. The past few years for her have been rough. Her husband was killed in a tragic accident and she has been struggling mentally and financially. It was amazing to talk to her and hear how much she still has her faith! We prayed together and it was a really powerful experience! God bless you Elizabeth!