Hope House

Today I went to the Hope House or the Christian Worker House for two hours. It was a really positive experience. Brian, is one of the workers who live there, was making breakfast when I first arrived. Penny, who lives there, was working on the computer in the living room. Brian and I discussed the goals and some of the background of Christian Worker Houses across the country. I found it interesting that there is no central or headquarters to this ministry. Plus, anyone can make an Christian Worker House-all you have to do is place a sign above the door and write to an existing Worker House. Neat, huh? Plus, this Christan Worker House has a farm! They grow a majority of their own vegetables, their milk, eggs and some other foods come straight from their own farm. They live in an organic, natural lifestyle. Brian was full of really cool facts on a number of different topics. Ruby, a consistent visitor to the house, came over for breakfast. She was a fun and energetic lady. She wants to become a motivational speaker and feels like that is one of her callings from God. She is very rooted in her faith and discussed the importance of prayer. Throughout her life, she has never been led astray by God and he has always provided her with a way. It was really cool to she her excitement radiate off her as she spoke about her faith. She is a person that glows. I feel like in the short time I was with her I got to get to know a lot about her. I helped clean the kitchen and do dishes. I then cleaned the bathrooms and swept/dusted in the dining room. Again in a more natural setting, instead of using commercial cleaning products, I used vinegar and water to clean. It worked really well, and I'm considering starting to use it in my own house. Brain really appreciated the help in cleaning the house. It may become a weekly thing for me to help out with. Overall, I felt really comfortable and rewarded after leaving the house. I look forward to going back :)
-Kenzie