The work that needs to be done in many urban neighborhoods seems to be without end. It’s sometimes a question of “Where do we get started that’s going to make any difference?”
The key to working with an inner city neighborhood is to be helpful, but not to come across as patronizing. You’ll find it vital for your Campus Ministry leadership to work hand in hand with neighborhood leaders.
Plan projects with leaders whom residents look up to and you’ll change the perception of the project from a handout to a hand up. Why not invite some friends from the general campus to get their hands dirty with you?
Check out soulsurvivor.com for some inspiring stories of people who have done some great urban renewal projects. (Soul Survivor is a ministry in Great Britain.)
Source:
“101 Ways to Help People in Need” (Steve Sjogren, Janie Sjogren)
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