The family and their friends celebrate the home's completion. Photo courtesy of Habitat for Humanity Lake County.

CLEARLAKE – Smiles, laughter, tears of joy, and a pleasant surprise were the order of the day at the celebration of the completion of the 11th Habitat for Humanity home in Lake County on Nov. 22.

The new homeowners, Nick and April and their 3-year-old son, Steven, along with many others from the community celebrated the joy of the family becoming a homeowner. This will be their first Christmas ever in their very own home.

The surprise to the family was a load of groceries and household supplies that were delivered personally by Jeff and Jackie Hansen, owners of the Grocery Outlet in Lakeport.

Pastor Karl Parker lead a prayer of dedication and the music group from the Clearlake Methodist Church filled the home with beautiful sounds of joy.

The mission of Habitat for Humanity, Lake County is the elimination of poverty housing in the community. Currently Habitat for Humanity has another two homes under construction.

If you are interested in joining the volunteer team, please call 994-1100 for further information.

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