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Good Samaritan: The Ignite House Students

Eva Hillis

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Love INC would like to thank the Southeast students from The Ignite House who recently helped with some house painting at a client's house. Their gift of a few hours in service went a long way in restoring the homeowner's pride in her property. Thanks for showing Christ's love in such a practical way in our community!

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