We are a group of 27 teens and chaperones from the Deep River Congregational Church in Deep River, Connecticut. We are going down to New Orleans, Louisiana to help rebuild homes that were devastated during Hurricane Katrina. We have worked very hard to prepare for the trip and we can't wait to see what kind of work God has for us! We hope we can make a difference in the lives of victims who are still suffering 4 years after the hurricane.
For Your Listening Enjoyment
Listen to Bruce Springsteen's "My City of Ruins" while you browse our blog! Although this song was written for 9/11, it always reminds me of New Orleans and their struggle with Hurricane Katrina.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." ~Margaret Mead
"I slept and I dreamed that life is all joy, I woke and I saw the life is all service. I served and I saw that service is joy." ~Mother Theresa
"Without love we could not survive. Human beings are social creatures, and a concern for each other is the very basis of our life together." ~Dalai Lama
"We have learned to fly the air like the birds and swim the sea like fish, but we have not learned the simple art of living together as brothers." ~Martin Luther King, Jr
"The more you try to be interested in other people, the more you find out about yourself." ~Thea Astley
"We cannot all do great things, but we can do small things with great love." ~Mother Theresa
"I have the audacity to believe that peoples everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture for their minds, and dignity, equality and freedom for their spirits." ~Martin Luther King, Jr
"After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb. I have taken a moment here to rest, to steal a view of the glorious vista that surrounds me, to look back on the distance I have come. But I can rest only for a moment, for with freedom comes responsibilities, and I dare not linger, for my long walk is not yet ended." ~Nelson Mandela
"Harambe- Let us all pull together." ~Kenya's National Motto
Tomorrow morning we're leaving for New Orleans! It's hard to believe it's already here! Thank you all for your support in helping us get here; we wouldn't be able to do all of this good work if it wasn't for you! God Bless!
By now you should almost be in New Orleans. We're thinking about you--already posted your picture in the yellow shirts on the church web site! So keep us posted on what's happening down there in the land of jambalaya and crawdads, cajun music and newallins jazz! Love you all!
Hi Mom, we are here and safe. We are really tired, but are going to church soon! I am sleeping near Greta, Abby, Janna, Kate, and Melissa. It has been a good few hours, although it is really hot here.
You are all taking part in history... work with love.
ReplyDeleteBy now you should almost be in New Orleans. We're thinking about you--already posted your picture in the yellow shirts on the church web site! So keep us posted on what's happening down there in the land of jambalaya and crawdads, cajun music and newallins jazz! Love you all!
ReplyDeleteGo Team DRCC!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI am so proud of each of you! Can't wait to hear your stories, remember, you are baptised...
ReplyDeleteGlad that you all are there and starting this new journey.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to hear all about it!
Hi Mom, we are here and safe. We are really tired, but are going to church soon! I am sleeping near Greta, Abby, Janna, Kate, and Melissa. It has been a good few hours, although it is really hot here.
ReplyDeleteI love you and I miss you
Michelle :)