We like to work. We’re able-bodied. We’ve been blessed and we thought maybe we could be a blessing to someone else. . . .You’re doing something to help others and it’s very rewarding. You have to do it to realize how great it is.

- Alan and Juanita Buckel

I would never trade the wealth of our experiences and friends for any amount of money. We do not know where God will call us next, but I always wait with anticipation.

- Howard McCartha

Mission congregations are fun for us, because members are so excited about building a permanent home for their congregation. . . . As long as I’ve got my health, I’ll be there.

- Les Sitz

I have been blessed to hammer a few nails myself on the project and would encourage others to do the same.

- The Rev. Ray Tiemann, bishop, Southwestern Texas Synod

We think this is the way we have been led and have never questioned that this is the right thing to do. . . Besides, it’s fun!

- Tom and Katie Gillman

I have been in the building industry all of my life, and to be able to use those skills to serve the church is a most gratifying experience.

- Lyle Petersen