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They Did It! And You
Helped!
 2604 Winthrop – OPEN HOUSE On June 14 there was a celebration of love and labor at 2604 Winthrop Ave.Shiron Horsley and her children bought their first home. Neighborhood residents, RtW staff and their families, volunteers who had worked on the house, all gathered to welcome the Horsley family to the community. Hanks ribs and chicken were devoured. Guests feasted on Shardawns potato salad, listened to good music, toured the house and mingled with friends. The last guest at the open house had barely left when the pick-up truck began making runs between the Horsley's past residence and 2604 Winthrop, their new home. This day was a culmination of much hard work by many. The family made sacrifices as they worked their way toward responsible, sustainable homeownership. Volunteers and staff gave many hours of labor as they renovated the house, getting it ready for its new owner. Supporters gave generously to finance the project. 2604 Winthrop was a community project -- and we share in the joy of the Horsley family. This is what RtW is all about – opportunity for all of us to share in God’s goodness. |
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Second Starts – Helping Others Start
Over
In 2002, Sally Schrock was able to help a family who was staying at her church by donating her extra supplies to them. As friends decided to do the same, Sally realized that these extra, unwanted supplies could be organized, and donated to those who needed them. Sally founded Second Starts as a way to manage and distribute donated goods to people who are moving from difficult circumstances to independent living. A variety of goods – from lamps and pans to linens and rugs – are delivered to an average 15 people every week, saving each an estimated $500 in start-up costs. In this, Second Starts helps to create long term residence stability. Rebuilding the Wall would like to thank Sally and the volunteers at Second Starts for their community partnership, and their recent donation to Shiron and her family. Contact Sally at Second Starts – 317-569-0089, secondstarts@secondstarts.org. For donation pick-ups call 317-908-2666. Or visit their website for more information – www.secondstarts.org. |
| 2008 Walking for Dreams
– Worth It!
Walking for Dreams 2008 was a success for RtW. We are so grateful to the friends and family who contributed over $7000 to this ministry. June 18 was a beautiful day, and we enjoyed walking with over 50 friends and supporters. Rebuilding the Wall is sustained by your faithful giving – of finances and time – and most importantly by your prayers. A special thanks to our corporate sponsors – BKD, Midas, and Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority, who gave generously to our ministry. Walking for Dreams is an annual event, and we look forward to 2009, our year no. 5. |
| The Dawning of a New Era
By Janet Sanders Neighborhood resident and board member The 21st century is here and we are embarking on an era that is electronically controlled. Our work place, the way we do business, even the way we live, is different. Who would have thought that in order to continue to see regular TV you would have to have cable, satellite, or a box? And computers play a big part in our lives. We can communicate with others and go shopping over the internet, or even purchase a home in a neighborhood in a distant city. Wow! What a fast paced world we live in. Speaking of neighborhoods, we see the old with the new – condos, and new homes being built and old homes being up-graded. We have new neighbors that are coming back to make the inner city their home. But, with all the changes that are coming our way, let us not forget that in order for our communities to continue to thrive, we must be of one mind as we work side by side. People, not technology, will revive our neighborhood. Let us pass on to the new generation a strong foundation that will stand, regardless of what comes and goes. |
 Shopping for Justice
If you don’t have a RtW Kroger gift card, please consider getting one. If you have one, please remember to use it. Your shopping can benefit the kingdom work RtW is doing in our neighborhood. It is a painless way to make a contribution to this ministry. What could be more simple? You load it, you get your groceries (stamps, gas, other gift cards, etc.), you swipe it, you are out of there – and Kroger donates $.05 to Rebuilding the Wall for every dollar loaded on the card. The inconvenience is the 3 minutes it will take you to load the card at the service desk before you shop. That time may be a bother to you, but it is a gift to us. We thank you for going out of your way to benefit our neighborhood; you become our partner in kingdom building in Indianapolis. You are shopping for justice. (Please call Valerie to obtain a card, or with any questions about how the gift card program works – 925-9789.) |
| An Interview with Clare
Bellis, RTW’s Summer Intern
In June, Clare Bellis, age 21, joined our staff as a Peace Institute summer intern. She has spent two months working with us, and specifically helping our staff social worker, Shelley Landis. Claire will be missed, (her ideas, her perspective, her accent) as she leaves us to return to her hometown of…well, here is the who, what, when, where and how on Miss Bellis – in her own words. Hometown What are you doing in Indy/at RTW? Plans for the future Any thoughts or comments on RTW/Indy/USA? |
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Opportunities
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Second Starts is a
community partner with Rebuilding the Wall, and our newest homeowner
Shiron Horsley recently benefited from their help. Having saved every
last dollar for the house itself, Shiron found herself without a number
of basic housewares – she said her family was eating with their fingers
for the first night because they had no silverware! By providing several
basic items, Second Starts has enabled Shiron and her family to make the
most of their new home. 
Interested in Home Ownership?
Rebuilding the Wall is currently recruiting families interested in being first time homeowners in Citizen's King-Park & Martindale Brightwood Communities. Rebuilding the Wall partners with low income families to help them pursue their dream of first time homeownership. To qualify, families must be currently employed or have a steady source of income and must be able to devote six volunteer hours(per adult)per month toward the construction of their family home.
For more information contact Shelley at (317) 925-9789
