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The Interfaith Hospitality Network of Greater Rochester
Do we have Homeless children in Rochester, MN? Sadly, the correct answer is Yes.
Interested in joining a UU social action opportunity to share time, conversation and/or food with homeless families? If so, then Interfaith Hospitality Network of Greater Rochester is for you. Our IHN Partnership equals UU Principles in Action: affirming the inherent worth and dignity of every person.
IHN helps homeless families (with children under the age of 16) achieve and sustain their independence by providing them with food, shelter and time. Families are given a chance to regroup and rejuvenate, getting back on their feet with dignity.
The network operates 365 days a year and can house up to 14 people. Host churches put up families overnight in their church facilities for 1 week each quarter. Buddy churches supply volunteers. We serve as a Buddy Church with the UCC Congregational Host Church. Opportunities for service include: AM and PM Van Drivers, Evening Hosts, Overnight Hosts and Evening Meals. Our volunteers range in age from 2 to 80 years. More information with detailed job descriptions is posted in the church commons.
Volunteer Requirements: attend an informational and sensitivity training about IHN and homelessness once every 3 years. Complete the necessary paperwork that includes a Background check and Behavior Policy sign off.
2009 Buddy Weeks: February 12 – 22 March 29 – April 5
August 9 - 16 October 18 – 25
2009 Trainings: Scheduled monthly at one of the 46 participating congregations.
May 21 6:30 pm Hosanna Lutheran
June 22 6:30 pm Pine Island United Methodist
Upcoming Events:
IHN Annual Meeting April 16 7:00 pm Peace UCC 1503 2nd Avenue NE
IHN House Party “There’s No Place Like Home” April 25 noon – 3:30 pm
Includes a lunch, children’s activities, silent and live auction variety of homes for birds, bats, butterflies, etc. and gift baskets 1301 Salem Rd SW Edina Reality
You can find more information about The Interfaith Hospitality Network of Greater Rochester at the IHN website:
www.ihn-greater-rochester.org/
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