Eighteen of Charleston Southern University’s student leaders volunteered Aug. 25 to help with a Habitat for Humanity project in Summerville.
Melissa Locklear, a sophomore in the CSU nursing program.“The work was executed by individuals who love to serve and usually serve through Catalyst events,” said Corey Humphries, staff coordinator of Catalyst, a service-oriented student group on campus.
Gardens, lawns and flower beds were groomed. Homes were pressure washed. Gutters and roofs were cleared of debris.
“The students gave 200 percent,” said Humphries. “After we completed the task list, they were looking for additional things to do. The leaders who served Saturday realized that in most cases you have to do the work on the outside before you can attempt the heart work on the inside.”
“The lady who lived there started helping us. We started singing hymns and were able to pray for her and her mother who just got out of the hospital. It was good to do ministry along with the physical labor,” said Julie Mims, a senior majoring in athletic training and religion.
“We were able to show God’s love through our actions,” added Brittany Dabrasky, a senior majoring in biology.
The group plans to serve again soon through the Charleston Baptist Association, Water Missions International and with the Lowcountry Food Bank.