Prayers from the Heart -- Lent Build Daily Devotions Join in daily devotions with the participants of the 2008 Mexico Lent Build.
Serving together in ministry Habitat for Humanity is a Christian ministry that invites people of all faiths and no faith to join its mission to build and renovate simple, decent, affordable houses. Putting faith into action Habitat for Humanity is about tearing down walls and building bridges. It is about bringing hope and transforming lives. It is about serving God by serving others. The vision of Habitat is that all people will have a decent place in which to live. Trust in God propels this movement forward and helps bring hope into the lives of homeowners, volunteers — and even bystanders. Learn more about Habitat as a Christian ministry. Habitat’s Gulf Recovery Effort invites churches to respond to Hurricane Katrina. Benefits of church partnerships Habitat for Humanity benefits from all the contributions that churches make to this ministry. The prayer, financial and volunteer support that churches provide is the backbone of Habitat’s work. The partnership works both ways, however. Read what pastors have to say about how Habitat for Humanity benefits the church. What can my church do? Most importantly, every church can pray for the work of Habitat for Humanity around the world. Churches support the ministry of Habitat in a number of other ways and at a variety of levels. Find out more about church partnership opportunities, including volunteering, fund raising and serving on committees. How do we get started? Habitat for Humanity operates through local organizations in communities around the world. Many Habitat groups organize specific church-sponsored builds or create events that focus on church partnerships. The ideal Habitat project is one that matches the ministry goals of your church. Partner with your local affiliate today — help us put an end to poverty housing.