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2010 RAI (Recovery Assistance, Inc.) Ministries Outlook
January 11, 2010-
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)
As part of their ongoing stewardship of our mission, RAI (Recovery Assistance, Inc.) Ministries’ Board of Directors is strategically planning with the goal of taking RAI to the next level in making life-changing events possible for those we serve, in the Gulf Coast communities around us, and for the church at large.
Looking forward to 2010, we look to God to lead us as we eagerly anticipate the following:
-Welcoming thousands of new and returning volunteers to Camp Biloxi and Camp Restore who, in combination with our caseworkers, will work to return over 1,000 families to their homes in 2010.
-Expanding our volunteer partnerships to include over 50 other ministries and nonprofit service organizations and projects in New Orleans and Biloxi, helping restore and heal the fabric of our communities.
-Entrusting organizational leadership to a new Executive Director who will carry the mission forth with a Christ-centered focus, integrity and a passion for the people of the Gulf Coast (Click here for more information).
-Working with the 30,000-plus participants coming to New Orleans for the 2010 LCMS National Youth Gathering in July as they share what they believe and know – the peace and joy that comes from living in Christ.
-Sharing our progress and new opportunities at the LCMS Convention this summer, proclaiming what God has done through the Church in the past five years on the Gulf Coast.
Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, we at RAI Ministries have had a front-row view of the tremendous outpouring of love, kindness and caring that hundreds of thousands of volunteers and supporters have shared with those in need on the Gulf Coast. We thank God for everyone who has played a part!
We are humbled by the continued outpouring of support, and ask God to help us make the best use of the blessings we’ve received:
-The prayers of thousands of supporters from across the country.
-The opportunity to continue welcoming, housing and equipping volunteers in their ministry of restoring faith, home and community on the Gulf Coast.
-Donations and financial support from individuals, churches and organizations – making our volunteers’ work possible.
-Grants supporting our caseworkers in Mississippi and Louisiana that continue to connect families with the resources to return home.
Thanks to all who have given of their time, talents and treasure to support our mission. I encourage your continued prayerful involvement in 2010 and beyond.
In Christ,
Pastor Dave Buss