Pass Christian, Mississippi took the full wrath of Katrina; homes on the gulf coast and along the bayous were wrecked by wind or flooded by the storm.

The roof of this house still lays submerged in a bayou in Pass Christian, Mississippi. July 2006

God's Katrina Kitchen sprang up from one man's contribution of food and love. The tent still feeds residents and volunteers. July 2006

This resident of this bayou home was unable to evacuate before the storm surge. He chopped through his attic for a breathing hole as waters rose.

Elisabeth Bass helped prepare the foundation for Lydia and Ed's new home. July 2006

This sego palm and two canary palms survived the flood, but the resident's home did not. July 2006

This team of volunteers from California helped these residents rebuild their home. July 2006

While on spring break from college last term, Elisabeth Bass (Carolyn's daughter) helped sink the pillars for this home on a bayou in Pass Christian.

Elisabeth Bass stands with residents Lynn and Larry. Elisabeth replaced the roof of this gazebo last spring during her mission trip. July 2006

Elisabeth Bass adds her name to the list of volunteers who helped rebuild Lynn and Larry's new home. July 2006

Signs of new life abound in the bayou. Before houses could be rebuilt, many residents cleared and nurtured their gardens for therapy and renewal.

The bayou is peaceful again. July 2006