Asheville is an unforgettable week serving with the downtown community. It is an opportunity to meet and truly befriend those who are without homes or marginalized and to attempt to understand life in a different context. It is an opportunity to break down stereotypes and barriers between material wealth and poverty, and in their place, to find genuinely deep, relationships. This is accomplished through relationally and educationally focused activities. Lodging is at Reeves Chapel and you bring your own air mattress or cot. Meals are provided by a camp cook at Reeves Chapel UMC. Amenities include 9 square, a softball field, and no showers on site. You are welcome to contact the YMCA or local pool if showers are needed.

The trip begins on Sunday between 2 – 3 pm and ends Saturday morning by 10 am. Registration is first-come, first-served, so be sure to sign up early to reserve space and have a greater chance of being assigned the week you want!

What does a week at Asheville look like?

• Daily devotions and meals with Haywood Street Congregation

• Working in the community garden, clothing closet, and repair projects at a local nonprofit organization, ministry, or church

• Ice Cream Socials, Community hikes, and Community softball game

• “Walk of Awareness” – walking tour of downtown Asheville

• Worship

• Living without your usual amenities

• Hearing stories from individuals who have experienced homelessness