Fixing Up Houses For Afghan Refugees

In a Chicago suburb, a small Mennonite congregation is restoring a house to serve as a safe haven for Afghan refugees. Led by Catherine Mueller and Hilda Kerry, the project is a labor of love, offering the house at no cost except utilities. World Relief will use it as a transition home for Afghan families, addressing the nationwide shortage of affordable housing. Currently, many Afghan refugees remain on US military bases due to delays caused by a measles outbreak and housing shortages. The community feels the urgency to prepare the house, driven by faith and a desire to make a positive impact.

Describe the living conditions of Afghan refugees currently residing on U.S. military bases.

What role does faith play in the efforts of the community members working on the house?