Good Morning. After morning prayer and quick breakfast, we split into two groups.
The first group laid bricks into the back alley behind the DSW house. After Hurricane Irene a water pipe began leaking and has caused the alley to flood in certain parts. The group went to collect bricks from an old warehouse. After collecting the bricks they cleaned the alley and began to lay the bricks in the low-lying areas. In two hours they were able to lay about 150 ft worth of bricks.
The second group helping plant trees and installing a sign in and around the community garden. Hopeworks, a local non-profit, sponsored the event and the mayor and about 40-50 residents and volunteers help planted close to 35 trees. WA students planted two trees and installed the sign made by Mike Morgan, a worker at the DSW house and a WCA/VT grad. After all the trees were planted, our students came up with the idea to use the brick pieces that they dug up to line to mulch beds of the trees. It was a nice added touch and the residents really appreciated all of their hard work. A highlight was Melissa Funk being interviewed by KYW 1060, the major news radio station in Philadelphia. The interviewer said she has a really good chance to make the news this afternoon.
Off to lunch. Tom and Mr. D are grilling hamburgers and hot dogs. This afternoon, we will have one more service time and then a trip to Tent city before mass and dinner. Thank you all for your support and prayers.
Pictures and hopefully a news interview to follow.
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