MINOT, N.D. – A faith-based group is spearheading efforts this summer to restore about 40 homes damaged by the 2011 flood in Minot, North Dakota.
The Minot Daily News reports that the project involves funding, equipment or logistical help from the United Methodist, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Episcopal and Catholic churches. The Hope Village volunteer center that shut down last fall is donating money it had left over.
A major contributor is NOMADS, which stands for Nomads on a Mission Active in Divine Service. The organization of retirees under the umbrella of the United Methodist Committee on Relief will bring workers to Minot throughout the summer. Project coordinator Bob Lower says five mobile homes will accommodate teams of up to 10 people.
Minot Air Force Base also has been signing up weekend volunteer teams.
