Guest Blogger

Greetings Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I am Rev. Christina Zito from Bridgewater UMC in New Jersey -- one of those rare female type-team leaders. What joy it has been to be here with our 9 women and 6 men -- a mix of saddness when we see the devestation and elation when we realize that we can indeed have an inpact on rebuilding lives and offer hope all in the name of Christ! There is so much to share - the laughter and the tears! Today the Mother-in-Law of one homeowner who has been displaced since Katrina brought us a homemade pound cake -- straight from the oven -- ice tea, cups and plates --and with amazing hugs -- yes, there we were, all 14 of us hugging, crying, laughing and drinking ice tea. Strangers no more -- bound together in a moment by the heart of Christ. My life is forever changed by a slice of pound cake. -please continue to pray for these special children of God on the Gulf Coast.

Blessings 'n joy,
Christina