Here in the Broome, Chenango and Delaware counties of upstate New York, we are just a few days away from the anniversary of the devastating floods that destroyed hundreds and damaged thousands more homes and businesses in this area in the last week of June 200
6. As extensive as the damage was caused by the mud and debris filled waters of the streams and rivers in this picturesque area of New York, it pales by comparison to the destruction of hurricanes Katrina and Rita on the Gulf Coast in 2005.
As the communities here continue to recover, rebuild and regain a sense of normalcy, the communities along the Mississippi continue to struggle with the enormous task of rebuilding after the hurricanes. We received this letter from Jennifer Feltner, Volunteer Coordinator at Saint Rose Outreach and Recovery. With funding for three additional Americorp volunteer positions, they are in a unique position to continue the great work that they have already begun. If you know of an individual who might meet their criteria, please pass this along. Thanks!
Dear Supporters and Friends of St. Rose,
We are writing as St. Rose Outreach and Recovery has been given funding for three 4.5 month 900 hour Americorps positions through Hands On GulfCoast for the dates of July 9-November 28.
We are looking for individuals with experience in the following skills to fill these positions ASAP: pouring foundations, framing, finish carpentry, masonry, hanging drywall, installing flooring, plumbing, electrical, and roofing. We are also looking for those who may not have extensive experience in construction, but who are energetic and talented individuals with a strong desire to serve and help contribute to the rebuilding effort in Hancock County MS. We provide communal housing and meals. In addition, members receive a bi-weekly stipend, health insurance, are eligible for student loan forbearance, and an educational award at the completion of their term.
Please forward this Email to anyone you know who may be interested in these specific positions, as well as those who may be interested in beginning work later in the fall.
Interested candidates should answer the questions below and submit their resume and 3 references to ASAP to volunteer@stroseoutreach.org. We can also be contacted via phone at 228-239-2477.
Thank you all for your support and help!
Best,
Jennifer
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If you are interested in continuing with the application process, please respond to the following questions.
–How can we contact you? (name, phone number, email, physical address)
–Describe any remodeling, construction or trade skills, where you obtained these skills, and when you began learning them (work, volunteer experience, home remodeling, etc)
–Describe additional volunteer, work or personal experience which makes you a good candidate for an AmeriCorps position.
—Why do you want to work with St. Rose Outreach and Recovery?
—Dates you are available to serve & length of term you are willing to commit to. Please let us know if these dates are flexible.
—Are there other ways you feel you can contribute to St. Rose Outreach and Recovery?
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Jennifer A. Feltner
Volunteer Coordinator
St. Rose Outreach and Recovery
510 N. 2nd Street
Bay St. Louis MS 39520
C: 228-239-2477
F: 228-467-2033
Website: http://www.stroseoutreach.org
Al Ardon 11:36 am on August 3, 2009 Permalink |
Hi Tim,
What a wonderful reflection. I just started my internship at a local hospital and this serves as a wake-up call to always be prepared. I hope you don’t mind, but I wanted to cross-post this on my new forum with all attributions. I would like to personally invite you and your friend and anyone you think would benefit from another resource to diaconal ministry at http://www.deaconspath.com. An extension to my Diaconate journey blog, http://www.cascadecatholic.com.
May God Bless you,
Al
tmcnerney 2:51 pm on August 3, 2009 Permalink |
Al – Certainly… please share. Donnie was so “on-target” and his message can really help all of us.
Blessings – Dc. Tim