Thursday, February 18, 2016

Responsible Care Is One Of Our Values


The CSM Housing Ministry partners with the City of Birmingham's Community Development office to repair roofs and paint homes in the inner city. This partnership provides funds to make repairs, and we provide the labor. This gives us a great opportunity to meet city residents in need, improve their home, care for them in specific and meaningful ways, and enhance the neighborhood at the same time.


Last Tuesday's storm blew the tarp off a roof we have been repairing for Mr. Prince Harris, and caused water damage inside his home. The sheetrock fell in his den and bedroom and ruined several pieces of furniture. One of our full time volunteers, Randy Sain, has been working directly with Mr. Harris and felt God prompting to move him into a hotel while we completed repairs the inside of the home. Though most of us are used to having logistical problems addressed on our behalf when a complication like this occurs, Mr. Harris and his peers are not used to being treated in a fair and equitable manner. Mr. Harris’ gratefulness for the efforts made on his behalf has allowed for a deepened relationship with Randy, and gave Randy the opportunity to share the Gospel with him and continue to show God's love in great ways.