Volunteers
But as for me, my prayer is to you, O Lord. At an acceptable time, O God, in the abundance of your steadfast love, answer me. With your faithful help
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That the Spirit may move upon the hearts of others to give of their time in service to share love and hope
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For safety in their travels and in their work
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For strength and wisdom for the task ahead. For those who work long-term organizing local recovery efforts after disasters
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For the men at Huntersfield Christian Training Center in the Discover Life Ministry - that they have continued grace to grow spiritually and learn new life skills for their recovery
- Specifically for Alan as he join us as a long term volunteer in Pamlico County
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2025 VERMONT
The NEK Vermont Project with the New England Conference of the United Methodist Church Draws to a close...
Our second season in Vermont, and the NEK VT Recovery Project has come to a close.
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15 Families
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462 volunteers
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12,522.25 hrs
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Working in the Northeastern corner of Vermont, with it's long winters, we had a short volunteer/build season compared to what we are accustomed to. This year we only had 14 weeks worth of volunteers, over an 18 week span. But they accomplished a great deal of work.
While we only served a total of 15 families during the two year project, three of them were major foundation repairs. In total there were 462 servant hearts that came and contributed 12,522.25 hours of work. Much of which was difficult, arduous labor. Digging, literally, tons of debris, soil and rocks. Carrying most of it out of dim, low ceilinged basements in 5 gallon buckets. Then hauling back in tons (collectively more than 45 tons) of gravel. And pouring concrete with wheelbarrows and buckets. In fact, more than 76 yards of concrete. 17 yards of which was hand mixed sakrete in 80 pound bags.
These past two years were, hands down, the most labor intensive seasons for the volunteers that I have ever managed. And their hearts of service didn't seem to dim a single bit. Through hard labor which, I imagine, many contractors would grumble about, we watched the Spirit of Gods love strengthen each person to the work with aching backs, sore muscles, bumps and scrapes... and with laughter, smiles and joy and love and compassion.
To these servants of God, and all of our supporters, we pray that the blessings you have bestowed on others are returned to each one of you, multiplied!
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It has been our honor and blessing to work with you all. We will be sure to let you know where the Spirit leads us in the Spring.
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Back to Huntersfield for the Winter
Lots of work to be done on the hill!
As always, we are back at Huntersfield Christian Training Center for the Winter to work with the men in the program.
If you recall, last winter we built + 3/4 mile of shale road up the mountain behind the retreat center.
This winter, among other things, we will be building a new house atop the hill for Directors Charlie & Tracy Gockel. The home they have been living in for years is just across the road from Our Fathers House (men's quarters) and it will become quarters for men in the Servant Leader phase. They have already started framing, and the trusses are being delivered Nov. 7th, so we will be jumping right in.
With so much work to do, now more than ever...
The Call to Build needs your support!
There are so many families displaced from their homes and in need of help to get them restored.
We are doing all we can, but would love to build the capacity to do more!
If you aren't already, please consider becoming a monthly contributor.
We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.
Winston Churchill.
ABOUT US
Tim and Marcy Sheaffer are disaster repair and rebuild mission workers.
They are... Called To Build.
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Many generous organizations offer immediate emergency services to those hit by disasters. Because of these services families are provided with relief from the immediate threat of homelessness.
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However, within months it is not uncommon for a community to be left wondering what's next. After the immediate needs are met, they still need a home.
During this time some families fall between the cracks. Tim and Marcy offer re-build services to disaster affected communities with vulnerable populations. Through this work they have witnessed lives transformed.
The Call To Build - Meet Tim & Marcy
Here's What People Are Saying:
"Tim, Marcy, Alan, Rusty and the whole youth group crew from NJ were absolutely wonderful! I could not have asked for a nicer, hard working crew! My new roof is on and it has just started pouring out as we speak. I am not worried and my stress level has decreased dramatically! Not only did they finish my roof but also my front and back deck and part of my side deck. Rusty said they needed to finish some work on another job but would be back in the next few weeks or so to complete my side porch and the inside work. I feel so incredibly blessed, I cannot even tell you!
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Andrea, Homeowner
Pamlico County, NC
August, 2021
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Tim & Marcy, please know there is not enough words to express my satisfaction and privilege to know how much I appreciated your work on my home and the truly spiritual connection resulting from what I know came from God. Below is my attempt to let you know:
THE CALL TO BUILD restored my home outside and inside walls, floors, ceiling, roof, electric and water access in practically every room after the Memorial day tornado and a failed contractor job. Through Tim's disaster recovery experience and natural hands-on professional guidance, willingness to identify the required code requirements and why step-by-step, and also to complete each task provided trusting and more than satisfying results.."
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Illen Abney, Homeowner
Trotwood, OH
May, 2020
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"In October 2015 the South Carolinas experienced record-breaking rainfall as 11 trillion gallons of water fell during a three-day period. In Columbia, rivers overflowed, more than 20 dams – including the historic Columbia Canal – breached, and water filled thousands of homes and businesses across the area. Tim Sheaffer was among the first groups to arrive to provide immediate relief and help to begin the process of long-term recovery. Tim showed deep compassion for helping people and allowed many in our community to return home."
Jennifer Moore
Senior Director | Financial Stability
United Way of the Midlands
1818 Blanding Street
Columbia, SC 29201
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"After the devastation of Hurricane Matthew in 2015 we were blessed to host Tim and Marcy Sheaffer and the volunteers who began the work of repairing homes for those who were in need. They came with knowledge, experience, equipment and a passion to serve."
Father Thomas Moore
Holy Apostles Orthodox Church
724 Buff St.
Columbia, SC 29169
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"Tim Sheaffer oversaw our entire disaster relief project that consisted of six new residential homes. The homes were built for families in Ocean County, New Jersey following the devastation of Super Storm Sandy. Tim was exceptional. He was on time, reliable, hardworking and professional at all times. We would highly recommend him for any disaster relief projects."
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Sincerely,
Gary Lotano
Matthew Lotano
Lotano Development, Inc.
216 Main St. Toms River, NJ