Throughout
the month of July volunteers from all across the country volunteered at HVAF
through the organization known as “Week of Hope.” Week of Hope is a youth mission trip that teaches students Christ-like
empathy and compassion for others as they serve the needs of local communities.
Groups raked leaves, landscaped, washed windows cleaned floors and
completed other projects at several HVAF housing
properties.
The
week of July 20, students from Iowa and Michigan embarked on their week-long
mission trip. Janet Hanson from Bondurant, Iowa, was an adult chaperone.
“We
have a servant heart and we strive to teach our kids to be in the hands of God
in our world,” says Janet. “Our kids are truly blessed. We want them to see how
they can serve others.”
Hannah
Struck, 18, recently graduated from Manistee High School in Michigan.
“I am
learning how to help people and am seeing firsthand the difference we can make.
My Dad is here with us so that is special in that I am sharing their experience
with him.”
