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Christian Appalachian Project P.O. Box 511 Lancaster, KY 40444-0511

Carla Davis Jennifer Lavender Linda East Shawnna Carney Sue Funderburke Racheal Lindsey

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CAP & Communities

Christian Appalachian Project P.O. Box 511 Lancaster, KY 40444-0511 Copyright, 2006, the Christian Appalachian Project, Inc. All rights reserved. The Christian Appalachian Project is a non-profit Christian service organization operating throughout Appalachia. The Christian Appalachian Project is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and is qualified to receive tax deductible contributions.

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Around the Project

O U R M IS S IO N S T A T E M E N T The Christian Appalachian Project is an interdenominational, non-profit Christian organization committed to serving people in need in Appalachia by providing physical, spiritual and emotional support through a wide variety o f programs and services.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES I. To promote the dignity and self-worth o f individuals by promoting self-help. II. To practice and encourage good stewardship o f and accountability for all o f the resources entrusted to us. III. Tofoster individual growth among staff, volunteers, donors and program participants. IV. To live out and promote the Gospel o f Jesus Christ through all o f our actions. V. Tofoster open, honest and effective communication both inside and outside the organization. VI. To involve the Appalachian people at all social and economic levels in developing solutions to poverty.

Carla Davis Jennifer Lavender Linda East Shawnna Carney Teresa McAnly

Commitment to Community...

Working with Appalachians in need

A summary of the registration and financial documents filed by this organization can be obtained by contact ing: in Maryland, for the cost of copies and postage, the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MID 21401; in Virginia, State Division of Consumer Affairs, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23209; in Washington, residents can call the Secretary of State toll-free within the state at 800-332-4483; in Mississippi, by calling the Secretary of State’s office at 888-236-6167; IN NEW YORK, OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL, CHARITIES BUREAU, 120 BROADWAY, NEW YORK, NY 10271; IN NEW JERSEY, THE ATTORNEY GENERAL BY CALLING 973-504-6215; IN PENNSYLVANIA, DEPARTMENT OF STATE BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE. 800-732-0999; IN WEST VIRGINIA, SECRETARY OF STATE, STATE CAPITOL, CHARLESTON, WV 25305; IN FLORIDA, THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALL TOLLFREE WITHIN THE STATE AT 800-435-7352; IN NORTH CAROLINA, FINANCIAL INFORMATION AND A COPY OF THE LICENSE ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE STATE SOLICITATION LICENSING BRANCH WITHIN THE STATE AT 1-888-830-4989 OR OUTSIDE TOE STATE AT 919-807-2214; or by writing to Christian Appalachian Project, P.O. Box 511, Lancaster, Kv 40444-0511. Our license number in Michigan is MICS 9933. Registration with any of the above government agencies does not imply endorsement by the state.

On The Cover CAP'S Family Life Abuse Center participates in a walkathon and candlelight vigil to raise awareness of domestic violence.

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Song of Solomon 2:11-12 “See! The winter is past the rains are over and gone* Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land ” I can hardly wait for winter to be spoken in the ‘past tense’. Spring is an exciting time. I’m tired of the snow, mud, rain, etc. But you know, the Bible encourages us to rejoice in the Lord at all times and seasons. In The Hiding Place. Corrie Ten Boom re lates an incident that taught her this principle. She and her sister, Betsy, had just been transferred to the worst German prison camp they had seen yet, Ravensbruck. Upon entering the barracks, they found them extremely overcrowded and flea-infested. Their Scripture reading that morning in 1 Thessalonians had reminded them to rejoice always, pray constantly, and give thanks in all circum stances. Betsy told Corrie to

stop and thank the Lord for every detail of their new living quarters. Corrie at first flatly refuses to give thanks for the fleas, but Betsy persisted. She finally yielded. During the months spent at the camp, they were suprised to find how openly they could hold Bible study and prayer meet ings without guard interference. It was several months later when they learned that the guards would not enter the barracks because of the fleas. So, I will rejoice in winter, knowing that God is preparing Spring; which will be more to my liking.

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or over four decades, CAP has operated missions designed to help Appalachians learn to help themselves. Relying on countless employees and volunteers who have come and gone, we are happy to say that we have helped many people in many communities strive toward a better quality of life. There is joy and a sense of well being that comes with building a new roof on a house that once leaked during storms, with watch ing a child receive loving care at one of our child development cen ters, and with visiting an elderly person who is in dire need of just someone to talk to. However, CAP does not oper ate in a vacuum. Alone, we are not able to reach out and impact the lives of everyone who needs

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help. It is through working with members of communities served by CAP that we are able to not only reach more people in need, but enrich the quality and nature of the services offered as well. By partnering with members of a local community, the services offered become greater than the sum of their parts. What’s more, working with local residents and commu nity leaders allows them to take a certain amount of ownership in improving the quality of life for their fellow citizens. The nature of this collaboration varies from one project to the next. Sometimes it is a one-time event; others grow into long-term rela tionships. Last year, CAP’s Eagle Child and Family Development Center began work toward convert

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ing a recently-closed school into a community center. There was much work to be done in order to get the center ready for use. According to Mike Loiacono, man ager of the child development cen ter, there was no shortage of help from members of the CAP commu nity and from the local community as well. “About 30 community members teamed up with about 30 CAP volunteers and employees to renovate the new community center,” he says. Today, the cen ter is a hub of local activity, both CAP- and community-related. “Community groups like the Eagle Community Watch and McCreary County Cemetery Preservation Group are now meeting here monthly,” he reports. Members of the community also serve in

an advisory role, helping to guide the new center and its activities. What once was an empty building is quickly becoming a vital instru ment in a small community’s effort to work together with CAP towards a common goal of improving resi dents’ quality of life. Families who participate in CAP’s development center are also seeing benefits from the com munity center, Mike says. “The

Often, partnering with mem bers of a community brings about results that reach far beyond one project or event. One benefit of community cooperation is net working and meeting even more like-minded individuals and orga nizations. Employees at CAP’s Family Life Abuse Center (FLAC) have found this to be the case time after time, and they report that the benefits grow with each partner ing. To increase funds for and awareness of the many invaluable services they

resources, but has offered his per sonal support as well. Peggy says that the attorney’s personal com mitment “sounds so insignificant, but it’s phenomenal.” By getting prominent community members publicly invested in its projects and overall mission, FLAC is able to attract others in the community to become even more involved. Peggy adds that the significance of involving local law enforcement officials, doctors and judges has a similar effect on community mem bers. Another result of involving more community members is that oftentimes a local resident is able

LlJ-ten, p a rtn erin g w ith members ^o j~ a com m unity brings about results that reachyfar beyond one project or event. offer, FLAC has hosted several events in the communities they serve. Past Members of the community joined together to t invert a recently closed school into a community center. activities include candlelight vigils, walkathons, and local extension office does nutri even an auction of donated items. tion classes with our kids and According to Peggy Hancock, with parents, and is now helping offer trainings at our twice-weekly FLAC’s manager, the outpouring of support and assistance from the women’s aerobics classes.” By community has been nothing short partnering with those outside of CAP, Mike and his staff are enrich of amazing and heartwarming. She reports that a county attorney ing the lives of local residents in one community they serve has in ways that they could not have pledged not only money and local accomplished alone.

to put Peggy and her staff in con tact with even more people whom they might not otherwise have met. Each new contact seems to have something new to offer in terms of working together to improve services and to improve residents’ lives. The success of FLAC’s work lies in its employees’ determina tion to “tap into every resource we could possibly find,” Peggy says. This constant striving to seek out and nurture new relationships has two important benefits. The first comes into play whenever one of FLAC’s court advocates interacts with the legal system on behalf of

FLAC along with the local community hosted a buffet dinner in addition to the auction.

an abused woman seeking assis tance. Having a history of coop eration and commitment serves to facilitate the entire legal process for the victim. The second resulting benefit is that local residents from all walks of life feel called to contribute their time and resources toward improv ing the quality of life of their fel low citizens. Candlelight vigils and walkathons are gamering more publicity and participation, but the project that has perhaps seen the most community involvement has been FLAC’s public auction. Held for the first time in 2005, the event was such a success that Peggy and her staff are already planning one for this year. Residents familiar with FLAC were more than willing to help in any way possible. Some FLAC staff, volunteers and the community help raise domestic violence awareness by hosting activities such as: candlelight vigils, walkathons, and even an auction of donated items.

went door to door asking for dona tions of item to be auctioned off. “We were amazed at the number of items donated from the community for the auction,” Peggy proudly remembers.

One local auctioneer, the only female auctioneer in the area, vol unteered her services, bringing a professional and exciting air to the event. She has already commit ted to leading this year’s auction, and has promised to bring with her some professional equipment to get attendees even more excited about bidding. As the word continues to spread about FLAC’s mission, more local residents are offering their support. One local business has pledged new flooring and a new television for FLAC, to help provide a more comfortable and relaxing environ ment for women staying at the center. Another organization has shown an interest in assisting the women in locating inexpensive cars and

car insurance; reliable transporta tion is something many take for granted, but for an abused woman starting over, it can represent free dom and independence. Another exciting future community project that FLAC’s staff is preparing for is the concept of sponsoring a room in FLAC’s shelter. The idea centers around a community organization or government office being responsible for the overall condition of a bedroom, living room, etc. This could involve proj ects such as updating furnishings, repainting walls, and decorating the room. The hope is that by The FLAC’s auction was a huge success in helping to raise the awareness of domestic violence. investing money, the group will court advocates for members of the promising ideas are currently become more involved in the legal community. Sheryl notes that resulting from this new relation individual cause they support. legal procedures in the eight coun ship. The bank’s employees are One prospect of community ties they serve are not always the interested in hosting a household involvement that FLAC’s staff same, which can cause confusion shower for the women, to bring in is particularly excited about is and miscommunication not only items needed both at the shelter, the budding relationship with and also for when a woman is able for the battered women, but for a Kentucky bank in one of the judges and attorneys as areas they serve. dVLiany p ro m isin g ideas are currently well. Sheryl and her fel In November of low court advocates hope 2005, employees of up resulting^J-rom this neos relationship the session will “train Hongkong Shanghai them to be on the same page”, and Banking Corporation (HSBC) con to move out on her own. With an HSBC has expressed an interest in tacted FLAC to express their inter employee base of approximately seeing this training to fruition. 450 people, the bank hopes to est in becoming involved with the CAP’s Community Volunteers bring in quite a bit of much-needed shelter and in providing whatever mission brings in local residents items. Needs range from things support they could. interested in giving of themselves as small as kitchen towels and Sheryl Caudel, one of FLAC’s to improve life for CAP’s partici silverware up to appliances such court advocates, went to visit pants, and HSBC bank employees as vacuums, and the bank is look the bank’s employees to discuss have even expressed an interest in ing forward to providing as many the mission’s needs. The bank’s this option as well. Peggy says that items as possible. employees essentially told Sheryl FLAC would like to begin offer The bank has also expressed to “tell us what you need,” and ing hospital visits to victims of an interest in sponsoring a train demonstrated an interest to help violence, and believes this would ing that will be held by FLAC’s out in a number of ways. Many 8

that Prescription Assistance be a perfect fit for a commu employees working to help nity volunteer. The volunteer seniors find more afford could visit with the victim to able options have found that just lend a sympathetic ear; their relationship with a local she could bring a new com medical clinic has been a fortable outfit to wear when real blessing. There is much leaving the hospital so that the paperwork involved, and the victim does not leave in the staff of the clinic has been same outfit she was wearing very cooperative on their end. during her attack. Knowing “I think people are more than that HSBC employees are willing to work with CAP,” interested in collaborating in says Jennifer Eitel, an Elderly this project gives the FLAC Services caseworker. staff much to look forward Local churches are often to. Peggy, Sheryl and their another great source of col co-workers are excited and laboration, Zayda reports. hopeful that this new com Churches in several com munity-based relationship will munities CAP serves have be a blessing to all parties offered their facilities for involved. CAP’S Elderly Mission held a quilt show for their participants activities such as com CAP’s Elderly Services and the local community. Several beautiful quilts were put on display for everyone to admire. modities distributions and is another mission that is on a regular basis, and receives full Christmas celebrations, dur experiencing the benefits of cooperation from area residents. ing which seniors receive gifts and partnering with members of local “The senior center is wonderful,” food vouchers. communities. Caseworkers have she says, as she shows off pictures The concept of CAP partner formed a great relationship with of past activities. Zayda’s experi ing with community members is a senior citizens center in one of ence has been similar to that of one that is continuing to pick up the counties they serve. The center momentum. Each new collabora opens its doors regularly for a wide Peggy and her FLAC staff, in that the more residents find out about tion seems to breed a more ener variety of Elderly Services func CAP’s services, the more that getic enthusiasm that feeds off tions, ranging from a Valentine’s can transfer into wonderful col itself, creating more connections Day party to a quilt show featur laborations. Zayda says that mak in the process. CAP’s mission of ing gorgeous quilts made by the ing a point of knowing people in helping others help themselves participants themselves. Events the community goes a long way continues to blossom, enriched and like these are wonderful examples toward getting the word out about expanded by the love and support of how Elderly Services helps to the services they offer and the of local residents with a desire to counteract the loneliness that too needs they have. do the same.t often befalls elderly citizens with It is common knowledge that few or no family members in the area. According to Zayda Flanery, prescriptions can be costly, but Elderly Services manager, the mis for senior citizens the cost is often prohibitive. Zayda notes sion strives to offer social events

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c a p ’s Elderly Mission Celebrates Christmas Rev. Russ Taylor, participants enjoyed lunch served to them by CAP staff. The celebration ended with everyone receiving Christmas gifts from CAP. Evelyn Crabtree won the grand prize, a sewing machine. “Our Elderly participants love getting out and socializing,” said Elderly Services manager Teresa Gullett. “Now that the Christmas party is over, they will start talk-

Above CAP President, Bill Mills, serves some of the elderly participants. Pictured right is CAP Elderly Mis sion volunteer Anita Rayner, along with Evelyn Crabtree, winner of the grand prize, a sewing machine.

“I love Christmas, and I love CAP,” said the cheerful 94-year-old Clara Mae Morgan, one of sixty-four elderly partici pants in the Christian Appalachian Proj ect’s (CAP’s) Elderly Services Christmas Dinner. The event was held at the First Freewill Baptist Church in Paintsville, Kentucky, on December 8. As the oldest person in attendance, Clara received the honor of blowing out the candle on the large cake celebrating Jesus’ birthday.

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"W e lo v e o u r p a r t ic ip a n t s . T h e y a r e as m u c h a BLESSING TO US, AS WE ARE TO THEM.” CAP staff transported the large group of elderly participants who came from Mar tin, Johnson, Floyd, Magoffin and Knott and Lawrence Counties. After some Christmas songs and a mes sage by CAP Outreach Services manager

ing about our Easter and Memorial Day events. We love our participants. They are as much a blessing to us, as we are to them.”

CAP’s Elderly Services Mission serves people over the age of 60, providing home visits, prescription as sistance, outreach services, home repair and special activities. Through these services, the mission seeks to combat isolation and loneliness that oftentimes afflicts the elderly.

O utreach Celebrates C hrist's Birth w ith Christm as B asket D istributions It’s easy to get caught up in the fast pace of today’s Christmas. Gift buying and office parties, along with last-minute, here-and-there Christmas chores can tax our souls. The message during last year’s Christmas Basket Distribution was one of peace and celebration of Jesus’ birth. Dressed as a shepherd, Outreach Services manager Russ Taylor spoke to nearly 225 families from Lawrence, Johnson, Knott, Martin, Floyd, and Magoffin Counties at a CAP Christmas event held in mid-December. His message stressed the birth and resurrection of Jesus and with it the hope for all mankind to be redeemed from sin. After the message, families enjoyed light refreshments, along with a cake presented by Russ, in honor of Christ’s birthday. Children throughout the room gathered around and sang “Happy Birthday” to Jesus before blow ing out a single candle. Door prizes were distrib uted during the event, with Outreach casework ers spreading a little early Christmas cheer by

giving out baskets and bears to participants. Afterward, boxes full of gifts, all provided by donors and wrapped by CAP Outreach staff, were given out one by one. For many families, the Christmas gifts they received from CAP were the only ones they opened on Christmas morn ing. “We’ve had families in tears, calling us to this day, needing Christmas items,” said Russ. “Families are having an especially tough time this year trying to provide for their families.” Cumberland Valley’s Outreach Services team, managed by Robyn Renner, was extremely busy distributing baskets during December. CAPwide, the two Outreach missions have distributed gifts to hundreds of families in several counties throughout the Sandy Valley and Cumberland Valley regions. Scores of employees, volun teers and thoughtful donors all across the nation combined for a coordinated effort that makes Christmas Basket distributions possible each year.

Outreach Services Manager, Russ Taylor, along with children from Johnson County celebrate the birth of Christ.

Commissioning New Volunteers The first Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) volunteer commissioning ser vice of 2006 was very mean ingful, especially for many volunteers who waited since late summer for the experi ence. The eight volunteers didn’t mind, though, as CAP called them to a more urgent task of disaster response after Hurricane Katrina in Mississippi. On Wednesday, January 18, 2006, five new volunteers Front row (left to right): Tom Christenson, Stephanie Linder and Henry (Hank) Brady Back row (left to right): Gay Eyman, Bill Eyman, Charles English, Steve White, Louis joined the others for com Kluesener, Annie Fitzgerald, Amblyn Allen, Mary Daugherty, Jim Finnegan and missioning at Pleasant Home Deanna Mullins Baptist Church in Prestonsburg. There, they all pledged their commitment to service, community and spirituality during their tenure as a CAP volunteer. The group of thirteen spent a few days before getting to know each other and learning more about CAP. The volunteers committed dif ferent amounts of service time to CAP ranging from six months to one year or longer. They hail from all over the United States and bring a variety of skills and knowledge to their positions. To learn more about CAP’s volunteer program or how you can become a volunteer, call toll free at 1-800-755-5322.

Are meaningful ways to support the Christian Appalachian Project and, at the same time, extend condolences, congratula tions, or other greetings to family and friends. Upon receipt of your gift, we will send an acknowledgement to you and to your family/friends you designate. The amount will not be disclosed. Your gift of $25.00 or more will be published in the Highlights newsletter and on our web page. Honor and Memorial gifts can be made on-line, or you can send your gift with a note listing your wishes to: Christian Appalachian Project

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CAP Missions Host an Appalachian ^ a le n t ù v e / s y ^ b c u j/ Two of CAP’S missions partnered recently to help their participants share in a celebration of community, fellowship and love. The event, held just before Valentine’s Day, hosted children from CAP’S Annville Child and Family Development Center, as well as participants in Elderly Services. The Valentine’s Day party allowed the two groups to come together and enjoy each other’s company, and young and old alike had a wonderful time. Elderly Services participants were treated to several songs courtesy of the CFDC’s chil dren, with two children even playing toy guitars. In turn, one of the Elderly Services participants, Ella Mae Brockman, played several songs on her keyboard. She allowed the children to gather around, allowing some of the curious children to experiment with the keys and make music of their own. The joy on the faces of Ella Mae and the children spoke volumes about how much the interaction meant to everyone involved. The event’s hosts provided a delicious home-style Valentine’s Day meal, including fried chicken, green beans and biscuits and gravy, followed up by some scrumptious fried apples. It wouldn’t be a typical Valentine’s Day without an exchange of lovingly made gifts, and this celebration was no exception. In anticipation of the event, children handmade a Valentine’s Day card for each Elderly Services participant in attendance. They also presented them with goody bags, roses and stuffed animals. In return, Elderly Services caseworkers and participants brought the children small toys and Valentine’s Day cards. In addition, each child received an old-fashioned handmade yarn doll, made with love by Ella Mae. The gifts will no doubt serve as remembrance of the love and fellowship shared by the two groups, and will be a lasting reminder that each participant is truly loved. Everyone in attendance enjoyed watching the interac tion and fellowship of young and old. This enchanting exchange reflected the love between Appalachia’s past - its elderly citizens - and its future - the chil dren just beginning life in the hills and hollers. 15

R e v i s i t i n g K a t r i n a : CAP H o s t s D i s a s t e r R e l ie f W o r k e r s ’ R e u n i o n

CAP recently held a reunion for its employees, volunteers and community volunteers who traveled to Mississippi last year to assist in disaster relief after Hurricane Katrina. The weather was not typical of what one usually thinks of for a “family” reunion, and the attend ees were related not by blood, but by a genuine concern for others. Held in February, the reunion brought together many of CAP’s relief workers who gave days, even weeks, of their lives to make a difference in the lives of thousands of victims of Hurricane Katrina. The reunion drew approximately 60 people, according to Sherry Buresh, one of CAP’s assistant directors of Human

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many roles in the relief effort, including being a pick up center for supplies, providing meals to victims, and serving as a temporary home to the relief workers.

T h r o u g h o u t t h e d u r a t io n o f t h e relief e f f o r t s , CAP PROVIDED 43 EMPLOYEES, 36 VOLUNTEERS, AND 48 COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS.

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Service Missions. Throughout the dura tion of the relief efforts, CAP provided 43 employees, 36 volunteers, and 48 community volunteers. She proudly commented that several of those who served did so more than once, bringing the total number of relief workers to 257. A few guests were present at the event, to emphasize to the group how much their work had been appreciated. Susie Harvey, parish administrator for Christus Victor, made the trip from Mississippi to show her gratitude to everyone involved. While working in Mississippi, CAP’s relief workers worked closely with Susie and Christus Victor, a church that served

According to Sherry the main focus of the event was not to relive the traumatic environment the work ers encountered, and not to rehash the sad state of the victims’ lives. Rather, the reunion was held as a time of celebration and relaxation. Sherry played a video greeting from other relief workers CAP served with in Mississippi, and later presented a slideshow of pic tures the group had taken during lighter moments of their relief efforts. Although the relief workers were happy that they had played a part in helping rebuild lives, the over whelming opinion was that their own lives were the ones that had truly been touched. The experiences they shared have become indelibly placed on their hearts, and served to make the event a true family reunion.

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Make it personal: it’s YOU reaching out and helping another person in need, perhaps in a time of their life when it matters most. It’s compassion, caring, and kindness that chang es lives forever. It’s a personal Gift of Love. “Love never fails.” Corinthians 13:7 (NIV) Becoming a charter member is much more than just naming CAP in your will. It’s more than just a way o f supporting your favorite organization. It’s even more than just becoming a charter member of an exclusive group o f CAP supporters. All combined, it’s more than that. Please take this invitation and become a Charter Member of CAP’s Legacy of Love today.

“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1

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/ \ C L / \ f > V o l u n t e e r ’s f 7e r s p e c t i v e o n \j\J o r L f 77e s t March - that time of year when people prepare for the end of winter and the coming of spring. It is a time well looked forward to by many, especially for the Christian Appalachian Project. For three weeks in March, Camp Andrew Jackson in Jackson County, Kentucky, and Camp Caleb in Flat Gap, Kentucky, are week-long homes to groups of college students from around the country participating in WorkFest - their annual spring break alternative housing mission that is now in its fifteenth year in 2006. I, too, look forward to WorkFest because it is there 1 discovered the Christian Appalachian Project and the work they do here in eastern Kentucky for the people of Appalachia. I participated in two years of the mission with a group of students from St. Thomas More University Parish from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2002 at Camp Andrew Jackson and in 2004 at Camp Caleb. As I think back to the two years I participated, I remember the initial nervousness and excitement. We drive up the one-lane road to the camp where we will be staying and watch as forests, camp buildings, and the wild beauty of the Appalachian Mountains

replace civilization. We meet other student groups who are complete strangers from another part of the country. And, for a split second, we wonder if we’ve made the right plans for spring break that year. All of these feelings are soon put aside. Introductions are made among us students and we start conversations that will last the entire week. The employees of the Christian Appalachian Project make their opening welcomes and we find a group of people excited to have us there in order to help out in what ever capacity we can. We learn the stories of the families whose houses we worked on. They are the stories of many in Appalachia. Grandparents raise their grandchildren, making every effort to provide the best life for them. Families struggle with illness, attempt to make ends meet with low-income jobs, and face the crisis of unemployment due to injury. But they live the best they can with what they have. What they have may not be a lot; however, they have worked hard for it. These families are proud of the things they have, earned by their own hard work and determination. So the week begins Monday morning at seven a.m. Despite the early hour, the crews emerge into the camp dining hall, ready to begin whatever challenges await us. After a warm breakfast and morn ing prayer, we stumble towards our vans and head out to begin what is so fondly known as the “WorkFest experience”. And what a positive experience it is. The first of these experiences is the worksite. It doesn’t matter whether or not you’ve ever used a hammer or power tools. The crew leaders take the time to show everyone how to ham mer a nail, run saws and drills, crown boards for roof beams, remove insulation, lay

shingles, etc. They are willing to share their know ledge in order to help us do the best job we can and insure that what we do is done well. They lead us in prayer on arriving, during lunch, and before leaving the site for the day. And, at the end of a work day, their comments and praise for the work we’ve done make the early hours and the hard work worth while. The second experience is the crew. We are stu dents from colleges all over the nation - mixed together in crews and complete strangers. By the end of the week, we aren’t strangers anymore. We work together on the job site, we eat together, and we pray together for we all share in common that we are Christians, no matter what denomination we are. Working side by side leads to conversations - about our colleges, majors, states, hometowns, interests - and the sharing of our own unique life experiences. It is no wonder that by the end of the week there is the exchanging of addresses, pictures, tears, and many hugs as we all prepare to go our separate ways. We have all become friends and, even more so, family in such a short period of time. And the contact doesn’t have to end after WorkFest either; after two years, I am still in touch with a fellow crew member of WorkFest 2004 and he has become one of my dearest and closest friends. Along with the worksite and the crews, interact ing with the families is a positive experience in and of itself. Many are able to work alongside the work crews on the improvement of their homes. Older chil dren help if they can and to the younger ones, it is a time to make new friends. We hear their stories of their lives, both the good and the bad, and we sym pathize, we cry, and we laugh. We pray for and with them. The gratitude and thankfulness for all we have done is reflected in their eyes and in their words. By

time the week is over, there are many tears from them as well. Even though we are strangers to the area, we have become part of their families, never to be forgotten for what we have done. Yet, there is work to be done still in Appalachia. After participating in WorkFest for two years, I became interested in becoming a volunteer with the Christian Appalachian Project. In April of 2005, I came to eastern Kentucky and became a year long volunteer. I am currently living in the Johnson Volunteer House and work in CAP’s Child and Family Development Center in Martin County. It has been one of the most challenging and worthwhile experi ences of my life and I am considering staying with CAP another year. So when the winds of March come rolling over the mountains, they bring the warmth and anticipation of spring. They also bring the memories of WorkFest to all who have had their lives touched by this unique and worthwhile experience. I encourage everyone to be a part of the Christian Appalachian Project’s WorkFest experience. And hopefully, like mine, your life will never be the same.

V y e n th o u g h w e a re s tr a n g e r s t o t h e a re a , w e h a v e b e c o m e p a r t o f t h e ir fa m ilie s , n e v e r t o h e fo r g o tte n f o r w h a t w e have d o n e .

Vi Ellis (left) officially retired from being a CAP volunteer, but her commitment to the community she served was still a driving force in her life.

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Often, volunteers plan to temporarily come to a distressed area to change others' lives, only to find that they are the ones who are profoundly changed. aking the commitment to serve as a volunteer at CAP is no small undertaking. The prospec tive volunteer must essentially bid a temporary farewell to his or her previous life and all of its comforts and familiarities. In return, many volunteers report discov ering so many amazing things about their new surround ings, as well as the people who live there. Perhaps even more noteworthy, however, are the amazing things they discover about themselves. Often, volunteers plan to tem porarily come to a distressed area to change others’ lives, only to find that they are the ones who are profoundly changed. They discover inner strengths, talents and call ings they never knew existed, all from a temporary stay in Appalachia. For one volunteer, this temporary stay has developed into a permanent home and lasting call to serve. Vi Ellis first Two Elderly Services participants enjoy doing crafts which include painting clay pots.

nunity : 'deed... CAP’S Elderly Service Mission hosts a variety of events for their participates which includes a Seed Sowers Luncheon.

came to CAP in 1990, volunteering in Family Life Services. Finding that one year was not enough, she then transferred to Elderly Services, where her skills and friendliness were put to use not only with the elderly people she helped, but with her fellow housemates as well. All CAP volunteers live in one of several volunteer houses, sharing responsibilities for the upkeep of each residence. Vi seemed to flour ish in this environment, happily sharing her room with the many volunteers who came and went dur ing her six-year stay. She taught many of her housemates to cook, and her previous experience own-

Her dedication to serving her community spans all age generations, not just focusing on the young.

Social events are a time for CAP’S employees and volunteers to interact with participants from Elderly Services Mission.

ing a restaurant gave her an edge in making the most of the house’s grocery budget. In 1996, at the age of 65, Vi officially retired from being a CAP volunteer, but her commitment to the community she had served was still a driving force in her life. She felt that God was calling her to stay in the area and serve in a different way. This calling eventually led Vi to purchase a building in the same small Kentucky town where she had spent the past few years. She used the upstairs as her residence, and opened the downstairs to the community, to be used in a number of ways. The resulting community center has seen many people and events since its inception. For a time it even served as home to a church. To show their appreciation for use of the building, church members refurbished the largest room in the community center, as well as the restrooms, providing new paint, carpet

and blinds. The smaller room in the building is still being used as an informal library, as well as for host ing regular Bible study and prayer group meetings. In many small towns, there are precious few safe gathering spots for young children and teenagers. Vi has addressed this problem in her adopted town by opening up her center for use by community youth, to use for watching movies, playing games, listening to

nursing homes. Although no longer technically a volunteer with CAP, Vi remains connected to CAP to this day, work ing closely with the Elderly Services program when ever they host a local event. She is more than happy to host the events in her community center, and hap pily provides meals for the events if necessary. Past activities include seasonal parties and birthday cel

music and just hanging out. Her dedication to serving her community spans all age generations, not just focusing on the young. Vi continues to enjoy helping the elderly, just as she did as a volunteer. She visits them in their homes, takes them to visit friends, helps them with shopping, and assists in any other way she is needed. Vi is always happy to read the Bible to those whose eyesight is failing or who never learned to read. She also visits former Elderly Services participants who are living in

ebrations. It has been ten years now since Vi felt her new home calling for her. She continues to partner with CAP and with other organizations in the community in Christian love and service. There is no doubt that her reflection of God’s love has been felt by countless Appalachians in the past, and her willingness to work with others for a better community will carry far into the future.

Volunteer... your life will never be the same!!! The Christian Appalachian Project is looking for men and women of all ages who are motivated to use their talents to help people in Appalachia. Inquire today about opportunities in any of CAP’S Missions Child Development Centers ~ Elderly Services - Adult Education ~ Respite Services ~ Summer Camp - Home Repair ~ and MORE! Application Process Required C ontact the V olunteer Program at 1-800-755-5322 w w w .chrisapp .org volunteer@ chrisapp.org

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Scalloped Potatoes 3 tablespoons butter 1 small onion, chopped 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 11/2 cups milk 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 5 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1/4 teaspoon paprika Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and cook the onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour and salt until well blended; cook 1 minute. Gradually stir in milk and cook; stirring constantly, until mixture thickens slightly. Remove saucepan from heat; stir in 1/4 cup (or more depending on your taste) shredded cheese. Spray a shallow 2-quart casserold dish with non-stick cooking spray, arrange half

of the potato slices; pour half of the sauce mixture on top; sprinkle with half of the remaining cheese; repeat. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, covered for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for 15 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender.

Cheese Ball 2 large packages cream cheese room temperature 2 teaspoons Accent seasoning 2 packages sliced ham 5 green onions, grated 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Chop the ham into fine pieces and sprinkle a small amount on aluminum foil. In a bowl mix the reminder of the ham, cream cheese, Accent, green onions and Worcestershire sauce until well blended. Place cheese ball on alumnium foil with chopped ham, pressing the ham on all the sides. Chill and serve with crackers.

Spring Time Macaroni Salad 2 cups cooked macaroni 2 eggs, hard boiled and chopped 1/4 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons vinegar 1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard Pepper to taste Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and stir until well blended. Chill before serving.

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Glazed Easter Ham

Summer Bake French Toast

1/4 cup water 1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 fully cooked boneless ham 1/4 teaspoon yellow mustard

3 eggs 8 slices french bread 3 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 1/4 cups milk 1/2 cup flour 6 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 cup butter 1 cup blueberries 1 cup sliced strawberries

Mix in small bowl water, brown sugar and yellow mustard until blended. Pour mixture over ham and bake according to label, basting every 20 minutes. Cut ham into slices and serve.

Buttery Pound Cake 2 cups sugar 1 cup butter, melted 5 eggs 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt powdered sugar (optional) whipped cream (optional) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large mixing bowl com bine sugar and butter. Beat at medium speed until creamy. Continue beating, adding eggs one at a time, until well mixed. Add sour cream, milk and vanilla. Continue beating until completely blended. Reduce mixer speed to low and add flour and salt; beat until moistened. Spoon batter into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until golden. Cool for 15 minutes then remove from pan. Let cool completely before serving. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and garnish each slice with whipped cream.

Place the french bread slices in a greased 9x13 greased pan. In a mixing bowl beat eggs, sugar and vanilla. Blend in the milk. Pour half the mixture over the bread and flip the bread and pour the other half. Cover the pan and refriger ate overnight. Preheat over to 375 degrees. Combine the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut in the butter until mixture turns to coarse crumbs. Flip the bread slices over and scatter blueberries over the bread. Sprinkle the top with the crumb mixture. Bake approximately 40 minutes or until golden brown. Garnish with sliced strawberries.

Delicious Macaroni and Cheese 1 cup elbow macaroni 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 2 tablespoons butter, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 1/2 cup milk Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain. Place the macaroni in a 2-quart casserole dish. Add cheese, butter and milk to dish and stir. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Stir once again to make sure all the macaroni is coated with sauce. Bake until top looks golden.

If so, send us a recipe card in the envelope provided or write to us at: Christian Appalachian Project, Publications Department, P.O. Box 511, Lancaster, KY 40444-0511 27

Tzartfi Anjef Down Butternut Street God and I walked. We studied the people as we talked. Stayed out of my heart and in my head, But God looked at me and thus he said,

A simple truth that you must know Is that through you—My work can show. Do not refuse or seem to faint. If you won’t help—that means I can’t?

‘"Jim—you’re conscious visible me. Hungry, homeless so many I see. Lots of poor sad people here in need. I want to help but you must lead.”

Dr. Jim Wilson Abilene, Texas

“Wait God,” I cried, “that’s not the deal. Weak and helpless—that’s how I feel. You have all power and awesome might You’re the One to make this right. That hungry child needs bread and cheese. Crippled lady—help for knees. Homeless man needs shelter near. Sad couple ought to get some cheer. God this work is up to you. You should know just what to do. Fix it all by magic spell. Heal and help and make all well.” God didn’t bite. He said to me. “Jim, you're my eyes. Through you I see. Your heart’s my heart—your hands are mine. Their working order seems just fine.

Sweet 'Ereath ofQod As I sit at my open kitchen window The sweet Breath of God stirs the curtains And I sense the gentle touch That cools my sweaty brow. Each tender zepher is like A kiss from my Heavenly Father, I move not-1 stir notLest one precious Breath of God escape me! How like You, Father, to cool my brow, Calm my mind and fill my heart As You tenderly blow Your sweet Breath of Love Through my window! Betty Piatt North Vernon, Indiana

Cefestiaf.Hove Sony I heard God whisper my name. I turned and saw a man in pain. In silence we spoke, One spirit to the other. I asked, “Who are you friend?” He answered, “I am your brother.” No audible words needed as we continued our commune. Our souls became music, A Celestial Tune, that was echoes by Angels, in Praise to our God. “My need is just one,” thus said my brother “I need you to love me and all the others, -The poor and the homeless, -The hungry and cold, -The sick and the wounded, -The young and the old. There’s no love in the hearts of those who seek power and greed. They sing praises of war to fulfill their need. Flag waving and slogans cover their lies, as burning flames fall from the skies. Betty Stewart Lebanon, Ohio

It’s time for flying away again... To take me out and wander far, To taste the season’s pumpkin seeds And smell the hay caressed by wire, The salt winds blowing from the sea, Play with foam crashing down on me Sing a song of freedom, A, song of joy unfold, Feel this gift of living, This gift on me bestowed. Man/ Santomauro Stagecoach, Nevada

Lord may, my soul, look down upon the mountains Lord may, my soul, wonder among the valleys. Lord may, my soul, be with loved one’s, who have gone before. Bernard S. Cable Robinson, PA

ACROSS THE MOUNTAINS.

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Across 2. Each child received an old-fashioned_____yarn doll, made with love by Ella Mae. 4. a gift by will especially of money or other personal property 8. a system of physical conditioning involving exer cises such as running, walking, swimming, or calis thenics 9. to commit (money) in order to earn a financial return 10. one who tends sheep 12. CAP’S FLAC past activities included_____vigils, walkathons, and even an auction of donated items. 13. Through these services, the program seeks to combat_____and loneliness that oftentimes afflicts the elderly. to help improve the 14. CAP partners with the _ quality of life for the local citizens. 15. the basic monetary unit of the United Kingdom 16. a religious organization uniting local congrega tions in a single legal and administrative body 17. one that shares

Down I. a person older than another 3 ._____Glazed Ham 5. the state of being connected 6. not native to or naturally belonging in a place 7. to take up and practice or use 10. a disturbance of the atmosphere marked by wind and usually by rain I I . to be very sorry 14. formal written warrant grant ing the power to perform vari ous acts or duties

From Our rW'f...

Excerpts from the March-April 1991 Mountain Spirit

The March- April Theme Cooperation—an important concept for people anywhere, but especially for people in Appala chia. Cooperating with family and neighbors is a long tradition in this area, and more and more groups and organizations are beginning to fol low that same tradition. CAP is involved in with several projects in which workers share infor mation and resources with colleagues in similar fields of work. In this issue we’ll show you how working together with different groups in east ern Kentucky helps provide child care for work ing parents, strengthening Kentucky’s economic development possibilities. The Mountain Spirit The Magazine of the Christian Appalachian Projecl

Orignial photo by Lorraine Corsale

Berea Attic Celebrates 25 Years The Attic in Berea, Kentucky, the oldest in CAP’s chain of used clothing stores, celebrates its 25th anniversary the week of March 10, with the grand finale on March 16. Each of the five stores in the chain will have sales all through the week, and on Saturaday, the store in Berea plans to have coffee and cake, balloons, music and prizes. Attic manager Doris Anglin has been with the stores almost since the beginning. “I can’t tell you how many people have told me if this store wasn’t here, they couldn’t send their kids to school with shoes...” Doris said. “We see a lot of community support,” Doris said,

“people shop here because they know we need their support, and because they feel good about what we do with the money they spend.” Doris and the other Attic managers are looking forward to the anniversary celebration, and hope for another 25 years of service to the community. 31