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Church Builds Affordable Homes for Thousands
22 Jun
Summary
- New Birth Missionary Baptist Church broke ground on affordable housing.
- The project, New Birth Village, will eventually include 390 homes.
- Thousands are on the waiting list for the first 87 homes.
New Birth Missionary Baptist Church has initiated a significant project, New Birth Village, marking the groundbreaking for a new affordable housing community. This development, located near the church off Woodrow Road, is set to create a community of 390 homes.
The first phase will offer 87 homes, yet the demand is exceptionally high, with 3,000 people already on the waiting list. Pastor Jamal Bryant emphasized that homeownership is crucial for generational wealth, an opportunity many in their community currently lack.
This initiative aims to make homeownership an attainable dream, with the church serving as a community anchor. Bryant also suggested this project could inspire other churches to leverage their assets for community benefit beyond weekly services, transforming them into places for residents throughout the week.
