The Presbytery of South Louisiana’s Project Homecoming effort is in immediate need of licensed electricians, plumbers, and HVAC tradespersons who would be willing to volunteer in New Orleans to prepare houses with these trades. These volunteers will work under the license of a local tradesperson, in order to meet the necessary code requirements in New Orleans. Project Homecoming will absorb the cost of the permitting and inspection process, according to presbytery sources.
In addition, Project Homecoming is recruiting volunteers who have skills in carpentry, drywall, roofing, cabinetry, flooring, window & door installation as it works toward its goal of returning 300 families to their homes in the Greater New Orleans area this year.
All volunteers coming to New Orleans can increase their effectiveness by preparing ahead, the presbytery points out. Ways include: 1) Mission teams recruiting several skilled people to come with them; 2) Unskilled volunteers can take “do it yourself” workshops offered by building supply stores to develop their skills; workers ca participate in a local Habitat for Humanity project to prepare for a mission trip to New Orleans.
Those interested in volunteering, in organizing a mission trip, or in need of more information should contact: Project Homecoming, Presbytery of South Louisiana, 3700 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70122. Phone: 504-942-0444. E-mail: deb@pslrecovery.org.
