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.
