Compatriots:
We've been busy for another week with our tornado relief fund. I went to the little town of Hodges in western Franklin Co. (Ala.), where they have set up a storage facility at the Missionary Baptist Church that is run by local folks. There I met two young folks--Josh Ables and his wife--who have been a great help to us this week. Also, Josh's sister, Stephany Dedman, helped us find a needy and deserving family--the Wiggintons--who lost everything and had no insurance. They are currently living with friends and will soon move into a mobile home; however, it will have no furnishings. We are looking into buying them the basic furniture they will need to live.
Sara and I will make a delivery to Phil Campbell (eastern Franklin Co. Ala.) this Saturday on the way down to my Mama's house (we're going down to visit, plant some roses for her, and get a little rest).
Presently, we've raised just a little over $6500. Not much is coming in at present, but we've had a good response overall. If you have not yet donated, please do so if you are able. Many of these we're helping are low-income rural folks who have little left to them but the clothes that were on their backs on 27 April when the storms hit. Again, most have no insurance.
Sara and I will keep giving some time to this effort every week. Please keep us in your prayers and help us out any way you can. I can assure you that those receiving help greatly appreciate it.
FSI,
Michael Hill
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