new church life : may / june 2017
to pay bills efficiently . Habitat is not a giveaway ; hard work from the recipient is still needed for a successful experience . Another principle I learned from Habitat is “ sustainability .” Without continued efforts , on both parts , nothing can persist .
It is a blessing spending time with the family who will be living in the home you helped build . Helping this family have a safe and livable home is something that I am extremely grateful for . Without the help of Habitat for Humanity and Charity Works I would not have been able to accomplish this .
During the trip , I learned a great deal about another culture and even about myself .
I also admire how obtainable the Habitat for Humanity projects are . Having a clear and precise end goal has always helped me achieve the most success in my work .
Attending the Academy of the New Church for four years helped me shape an appreciation for giving . While at ANC , I learned the value of helping others – particularly by observing the faculty . They not only volunteered for causes that mattered to them but had an overall charitable nature . Their dedication to helping others truly inspired me .
To find out more about the Charity Works program , or to request an application or more information , you can visit the website : www . charityworksgrants . org . You can also reach out to Clayton C . Walsh , Charity Works Director , at claytoncwalsh @ gmail . com with any questions .
“ Genuine truth , the affection of which is charity , regards nothing else than life with the neighbor .” ( Doctrine of Charity 150 )
Tara Dugan is studying nutrition at LaSalle University in Philadelphia . Contact : tara . m . dugan @ gmail . com
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