Western
Jurisdiction
United Methodist Volunteers
In Mission
CAHUILLA INDIAN TRIBE
"We wanted the people of the
reservation to come out today to see angels at work. You are angels....to
leave your homes and come here to help us build a church. Wešve never had
a protestant church on this reservation. Thank you, Angels."
This statement made by Violet, a tribal council member of the
Torres-Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indian tribe, located near Indio,
California, humbled us all.
The Body of Christ Church is in the midst of constructing a permanent sanctuary on tribal grounds with the assistance of UMVIM (United Methodist Volunteers in Mission) teams. Construction teams are urgently needed for Oct 2001-May 2002. Be prepared for sunny wind-blown days, aching muscles, and parched lips. Be prepared also for unique worship experiences, cultural exchanges, and eternal friendships to be built. This church is restoring hope in peoplešs hearts. What was once a dream of the tribe, is now a reality. Share in the joy. Therešs more work to be done!
Want to help? Volunteer to be part of an UMVIM team.