Their extraordinary outreach after the horrific tragedy in Nickel Mines, Pennsylvania set the gold standard for showing the world what it means to forgive — and to give.
I was reminded of that this morning, when this popped up on my Facebook feed, and I think it deserves wider circulation:
Hundreds of Amish peoples showed up in NC from PA to build tiny homes for all those who lost their homes. They are living in tents at a camp. Living off the land and donations. They are there with Cabins for Christ.
Some additional details, from the CEO of Curbo Curbs, an organization in Pennsylvania that is coordinating this work:
Here is a little background on how our relief operation works. (Similar to what the Amish Churches did after the Kentucky Tornado disasters)
1 or 2 full sized, 56 passenger bus load of volunteers will leave Lancaster Pennsylvania Sunday nights at 10 PM, Grab breakfast 7 AM Monday morning and be ready to build mini homes or help with storm cleanup by 9 AM Monday and available until 4 PM Fridays.
These groups are mostly 18-25 year old young people but are required to have a responsible parent for every 10 teenagers.
Daily schedule is usually very organized and predictable (As predictable as teenagers can be!)
Morning singing and worship starts at 7 AM followed by hearty breakfast before everybody heads out for their daily assignments shortly after 8 AM.The volunteers will stay will their assignments until dark or later if required followed by showers and another hearty evening meal around 5-6 PM prepared by the volunteer ladies back at base camp.
6-9 PM is reserved for a few games of volleyball or other social games before quiet time starts at 10 PM.
Each week’s crew starts back to Lancaster PA around 4 AM Saturday morning.I have had multiple requests from media and content creators regarding filming and doing a documentary… PLEASE … Respect the Amish and their privacy…..
Here are a few guidelines:
Most of these volunteers are giving their heart into this effort and want no part of standing in front of a camera “Bragging”
Do NOT ask for a group pose as most of them will object to this.
Most of our volunteers are OK with having photos being taken from a distance while they working, especially the young people.
At the end of the day, most of these volunteers just want to do their part, live their private life and pass all the honor and glory to God and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Check this out for more info on Cabins4Christ and to learn how to support their work.
Meantime, you can see more of the Amish in this short video:
