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Houses for Honduras |
House construction in Honduras is very basic and simple. Each structure is 16 by 16 feet with one door and one window. The houses are built off the ground on poles. They have a wooden floor and are capped off with tin. They are nothing fancy but are greatly appreciated by those who receive them. Torch Missions has been building these structures for years, and many of them withstood the violent winds of Hurricane Mitch. |
Each house presents its unique challenges. Some are built on solid rock, which makes digging the holes a long, very difficult process. Some are a long way from a road, so the building material must be carried, piece by piece to the construction site. It is very refreshing to see the recipients of the home, along with other family members, as well as other people from the village, pitch in to carry the supplies to the site. The local folks are eager to help. |
Mark Connell, who lives in Honduras, carefully screens applicants for new houses. The applicant must prove ownership of the land on which the house will be built and must demonstrate the need for the house. The number of applications is nearly overwhelming. The needs are very real, and some are desperate. Here (left picture) are some of the letters that Mark has received; each letter represents a request for a new home. |
A happy family receiving their newly constructed home. Note the dedication plaque shining in the background. |
To see a video of a house construction, click here. |