Being a Habitat for Humanity partner:

• Provides a way for churches to engage in ministry with an established Christian housing organization that has an excellent reputation.
• Allows a church to participate in a ministry of service that has a beginning and an end.
• Provides church members with a tangible opportunity to put their faith into action both locally and globally.
• Leads many people to grow in their faith and desire to serve God.
• Builds community within the congregation and among all who work on a Habitat project.
• Provides for important and meaningful connections among people of faith.
• Offers people a comfortable way to share God's love.
• Gives individuals with a variety of skills the chance to respond to the needs of others.
• Often attracts new members and involves inactive members by providing people with an opportunity to see tangible results of their faith efforts as they work alongside others in the congregation.
• Stirs enthusiasm among members of many congregations who then seek more opportunities for ministry.
• Communicates the message of being a caring and compassionate congregation that is called to action.
• Challenges a congregation step out in faith and rely upon God.
• Teaches individuals about servant ministry and the important lessons of faith, hope and love.