Weekly Report for New Orleans
The youth group from North Danvers (Illinois) Mennonite Church arrived in New Orleans just in time for the beginning of hot weather in Southern Louisiana. Temperatures climbed into the 90s all week with the heat index reaching 105. Low temperatures at night were in the high 70s. Nevertheless, positive attitudes and enthusiasm remained high with each work assignment. This was the first time this youth group volunteered with MDS, and their true compassion to serve will always be welcomed at MDS. The cooks that came with the youth group did a wonderful job providing delicious meals each day. Each evening the Hayne Building was filled with laughter, even after a hard day of work in the Louisiana heat.
Sanding and mudding on all the interior walls in the home belonging to Ms. Juanita was completed, and primer applied. Wood panels under the home belonging to Ms. Marie received a coat of paint and sealer. Insulation was installed in the attic in the home of Mr. Milton, and sheet rock installed on the ceiling. The young people were great students in learning, and applying a new skill.
Friday night the group traveled to downtown New Orleans for a wonderful Cajun meal and their first taste of alligator.
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