June 15, 2011 Update
God is good! We have had perfect weather so far this week. Thank you to those who have been praying for us! Monday was a preparation day for VBS and the first day of construction for that team. Preparation for VBS included preparing crafts and lessons, sorting supplies that were brought in with the team, and making up family bags that will be given out to the children who attend VBS. These bags include clothing, food, and toiletries. The construction team is helping to build a home for a family of 10 whose home was destroyed in the earthquake. The home is close to the church in Calabasse where we are doing VBS. Some of us were also able to spend the day in the crèche caring for the babies and lightening the load for the nannies. Our nurses participated in a medical clinic in Petion-ville and saw over 40 patients. These clinics are the only time that most Haitians are able to receive any medical care.
The team is doing well and God is moving in our lives. Tuesday was the first day of VBS. 100 tickets were passed out to children around the church to come to VBS and 97 showed up. The team did an amazing job of engaging the children despite the language barrier. Tyler McQuinn shared the gospel with the children and three gave their lives to Christ! The construction team completed carrying and laying the block for the house. All that remains is to put the roof on.
Today is the 2nd day of VBS. Pray that many children will hear and respond to the gospel. Pray for the safety of the construction team. Many of our teens are going to Wings of Hope, the special needs orphanage. There they will spend time playing with, caring for, and loving on the residents. These children are considered cursed and are usually abandoned by their parents. Pray for the team as they process the sights, sounds, and smells.
June 16, 2011 Update
Wednesday we completed our 2nd day of VBS. Kim Gidley and Lynn Moore did an excellent job of directing it! We had another child accept Jesus during the gospel presentation. Please pray for these precious children as they begin their Christian walk. The pastor of the church was given the names from the past two days and will do follow-up. The Wings of Hope team had an incredible time and was able to show Christ’s love to these precious souls. The construction team was able to complete the house yesterday as well.
Today we go to Canez, a small village of some of the poorest in Haiti. They live in mud huts and must walk 1½ hours just to get fresh water to drink. We will be going hut to hut praying for the families. We will also conduct a medical clinic and distribute beans and powdered milk. Please pray for the team as many will see poverty like they have never experienced. Pray that we would be able to effectively minister to these families.
Thanks again for interceding for out team and the people of Haiti!
Your Haiti Team
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