Mississippi Brilla FC News Release -- www.brillasoccer.org
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
JACKSON, Miss. -- Mississippi Brilla FC players are learning first hand this summer that some people are not as fortunate as others. At the same time, they are learning to share their blessings with those in need. The team recently served the community by volunteering their time and energy to help build a Habitat For Humanity house in Jackson, Miss.
"Habitat For Humanity is such a great organization that serves people all over the world," said Head Coach Dave Dixon. "It just made sense for us to involve our players in their ministry this summer."
The team spent four hours on Wednesday putting some of the finishing touches on two houses in Jackson that had been started by another group several weeks ago. The team built a front porch, installed cabinets in the kitchen, built an outdoor shed, and completed a number of other detailed tasks throughout the houses.
"Growing up in Haiti, I spent a lot of time in a local shop watching guys work with tools like this," said Brilla player Marc Joseph. "I was always too young to touch the equipment, so it was fun to be able to use the saw today."
Joseph and his teammates braved the 100 degree temperature as they enthusiastically served the community.
"It was really hot today," said President Rusty Bryant. "I was proud of our players, though. Their attitude and energy was contagious."
For more information about MS Brilla FC and its various ministry endeavors throughout the world, visit www.brillasoccer.org.