An Epiphany discovery

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Beloved in the Desert members are four young adults who have committed to live together in intentional community, serve in local non-profits, and to pray with the communities of Saint Philip’s and our partners. As of this month they have reached the midpoint of their year of living, serving, and praying among us.

This week’s story by Madison Owen is the second in a four-part series from the perspective of the Beloved members.

What I’ve discovered in my role as Volunteer Resources Assistant with Habitat for Humanity is this: people want to do work that matters. In a time when so many people have lost their jobs, their homes, and loved ones, there are people who can give that are looking for ways to help.

Habitat has been fighting the affordable housing crisis for decades, but more than ever people are finding it increasingly difficult to find a safe place to live. Habitat’s mission to partner with homebuyers and help them receive a “hand up” has made a difference to many families this year. None of this work could be done without the many donors, volunteers, and staff who are the heart of Habitat for Humanity.

Every day I am fortunate to support wonderful volunteers who are passionate about their work. While our volunteer sites certainly look different than in years past, the mission to create a more compassionate and just world remains the same. I am grateful to be a small part of this mission and to bear witness to the life-changing work the Habitat community does.