My Habitat for Humanity book reading

Local author pens memoir about his personal experiences with Habitat for Humanity

Fairfield, Conn. The Rev. David Rowe of Greenfield Hill Congregational Church has authored a new book based on his many years with Habitat for Humanity.  Titled My Habitat For Humanity:  the (Mostly) Good Old Days, tells the story of Habitat’s early years, its growing popularity, and great success as one of the world’s largest and most popular charities.  Rowe served as Habitat’s President for nine years, as a Board member for 13 years, and as Director of Operations.

Habitat for Humanity was started 35 years ago, and since then has built more than 500,000 homes with the poor across the United States and around the world. Habitat is a non-profit organization whose goal is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness. Volunteer teams are comprised of people from all backgrounds, races and religions building houses together in partnership with families in need.

Rowe’s My Habitat for Humanity provides a front-row seat for the journey that took the mission organization from rural Georgia to worldwide acclaim.  His Habitat career bridged the highs and lows of life, both personal and organizational.  The stories in this book show the greatness of Habitat, the weakness of people, the power of faith, and the importance of mission.

Rev. Rowe will read selected excerts from his new book at the Fairfield Library, 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield, on November 9, 2011 at 7 p.m., afterwards there will be a question and answer period.