Habitat for Humanity is founded on the conviction that
every man, woman and child should have a simple, decent, affordable place to live in dignity and safety. The work of
Habitat for Humanity is driven by the desire to give tangible expression to the love of God through the work of eliminating
poverty housing. Habitat provides an opportunity for people to put their faith and love into action, bringing diverse
groups of people together to make affordable housing and better communities a reality for everyone.
One of the most appealing aspects of working with Habitat for
Humanity is that building a house provides tangible opportunity to live out your faith.
Giving your time and talents makes faith come alive. Strong feelings of community develop as people work
together to plan and build a Habitat house, new friendships are created within the congregation
and within the community. When the house is finished volunteers and homeowners feel a great sense
of pride and connection with one another.
Habitat for Humanity was founded on the Christian
principles of responding tangibly to people in need. As Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat
for Humanity International, states in his book Creating a Habitat for Humanity, “…faith
teaches followers to repair the world, and followers of other faiths are urged to care for the
poor as well. For some people compassionate response is not a matter of faith. It is simply
the right thing to do, or it is part of the overall mind-set of an individual.”
We welcome and encourage all people to join us in our work to eliminate poverty housing from the world.
Habitat is a partnership founded on common ground -- bridging theological
differences by putting love into action. Everyone can use the hammer as an interest to manifest God's love.
Habitat founder Miller Fuller called this concept "The theology of the hammer," explaining, "We may disagree
on all sorts of other things........but we can all agree on the idea of building homes with God's people in need."
Habitat for Humanity welcomes all people to build in partnership.
Habitat
is about tearing down walls and building bridges.
It is about bringing hope and transforming lives.
It
is about serving God by serving others.
Putting your FAITH IN ACTION is rewarding, exciting and meaningful!
Habitat for Humanity
of Greater Jonesboro offers faith groups the opportunity to put their "Faith
In Action", This partnership allows a group to make a financial contribution to help build a Habitat home.
The Faith In Action program is a great tangible way to demonstrate
the love of God, through your participation, for people in need. It is an excellent outreach ministry and also great
for team-building.
Great for Mission Outreach Groups, Teen Youth Groups, Men/Women's Groups and
the entire congregation!
Please join
us! Opportunities for members of your faith community to engage with Habitat of Greater Jonesboro are available on and off
the construction site. 
