Always the hardest day on our trips, the day to say goodbye.
More than most, this day was a roller coaster of emotions. From the joy of worshipping with our children, to the sadness of saying goodbye. From the grief of seeing two dead men lying in the road to the pleasure of dining with Moise Vaval in his home and worshipping at his church to end the day. Wow. Those are the cliff notes, read on if you want the more complete version……………..
We left for St. Louis early so we would have a little time with the kiddos before church. We knew we would have to leave immediately after church, so wanted as much time as possible.
From the moment we arrived, the looks on their faces told us they knew. The children are learning, they know the last day is hard. We hugged and took lots of pictures before church started. As always, it is a joy to worship with our orphans. A group of them sang a special song during the service. Everyone on the team had the opportunity to share something with the congregation. There is no doubt the children and the church there know how much we love them, and that an entire church in the US is supporting them. Thank you!
Leaving is bittersweet. Cameron’s French, which has been a blessing all week, was a curse for him on the last day. He hears the children begging us to stay. As difficult as it is, we realized that they are understanding relationship. They are experiencing love, which has always been our goal. It doesn’t make the leaving any easier, but does give us hope they can understand the love of their heavenly Father.
We were on the road to PAP by 11:30, with hopes of stopping at Marie’s (the lady who rescued our June team from the river!). We arrived at Maries about 1:30, but she was not there. She had left for the states just a few days before. We did see some of the staff who had served us in June, and Cameron left pictures for them from the river experience. It is so neat to see how God has allowed us relationships with people around Haiti. It is exciting to think how many we might have years from now.
On our way to PAP, we passed a terrible accident. Two young men were lying in the street dead. It was a vivid reminder of the life and death realities in Haiti. People here are far too accustomed to tragic death. I wondered how long the bodies had been there, would an ambulance come, would they get a funeral, would their family even know? Life in Haiti is hard.
When we arrived in PAP, Moise met us and led us to his home. Moise is the Global Orphan Project country director who was featured on 60 Minutes after the earthquake. His son, John Mark was killed in the earthquake. Moise is an incredible man of God, and what a treat to spend a few hours with he and his wife, Françoise in their home. She prepared a wonderful meal and the fellowship was sweet.
We then had the opportunity to visit his church. The church was destroyed in the earthquake, but the congregation has rebuilt it, and it was dedicated on the one year anniversary of the earthquake, January 12. There were thousands at the dedication service. This was the first Sunday to worship in the new building. What a blessing to celebrate God’s goodness with them. While we could not understand the songs they sung, it was easy to worship with them. Their dependence on the Lord shows in their worship, it is real joy. I had the opportunity to preach, what a humbling experience. It was one of those experiences I will never forget. During the service, the power went out for a minute or so, and God was faithful to just keep us going. Moise prayed to close the service and people were giving their lives to the Lord. The Holy Spirit is moving in Haiti. Thank you Lord for a glimpse of that to give us hope as we return home.
We spent the night at the Global Orphan Project Inn and will head to the airport shortly for our trip home. We are excited to return to families and friends, and to share our experience with others, but a part of us will always remain here. God has used Haiti to change us. I am praying He keeps changing me.
Thank you for all your prayers. We have definitely felt them. God was so good to us on this trip. To Him be the glory and honor and praise.
Blessings
Scott
For Team Haiti
Monday, January 17, 2011
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Philippians 4:8-9
This is the last day there for the team. The team most likely is feeling many emotions right now. Please be praying that the goodbyes that they say today will be filled with joy and not sorrow. The tears of the team and the children will be full of joy and hope and not sadness. Please pray that the children and the adults in the village will develop a deeper bond with Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior. Please pray that God stirs their souls.
Specific prayers for the team today:
1. Pray for their last few moments with the children and Pastor and his wife along with the mamas, and all of the adults that the team has been in contact with.
2. Pray for safety of travel as they drive back to Port au Prince today.
3. Pray as Scott preaches this morning and then preaches at Pastor Moise's church tonight. Scott specifically asked for prayers that God use him to speak His message to the people. We also pray for Scott to have the stamina to preach tonight after a long drive.
4. Pray for safe travel home tomorrow. On-time and smooth airline connections would be awesome :)
5. Pray for the team as they re-enter the States. Pray that God will show them just what they should do with their memories of this week and make their world around them a better place just by finding their purpose in You in their day to day living.
Today's verse: Philippians 4:8-9 (Beautiful verses)
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me--put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
*Amy
Specific prayers for the team today:
1. Pray for their last few moments with the children and Pastor and his wife along with the mamas, and all of the adults that the team has been in contact with.
2. Pray for safety of travel as they drive back to Port au Prince today.
3. Pray as Scott preaches this morning and then preaches at Pastor Moise's church tonight. Scott specifically asked for prayers that God use him to speak His message to the people. We also pray for Scott to have the stamina to preach tonight after a long drive.
4. Pray for safe travel home tomorrow. On-time and smooth airline connections would be awesome :)
5. Pray for the team as they re-enter the States. Pray that God will show them just what they should do with their memories of this week and make their world around them a better place just by finding their purpose in You in their day to day living.
Today's verse: Philippians 4:8-9 (Beautiful verses)
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me--put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
*Amy
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Day 6
Salutations,
Hebrews 12:2-3 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfector of our faith, who for the joy set before him, endured the cross, scorning the shame and set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
This verse spoke to me (Tami) as we prepared to go out into the city of St. Louis to invite people to the Jesus movie. Every person we met was welcoming and truly happy to talk with us. We have been told several times by our interpreters that our presence in Haiti is encouraging to the people. It is mind boggling to think that our presence is so welcomed by those we interacted with. The villagers were so warm and open to invite us into their space and let us in return invite them to be with us at the church. Pastor and his wife, Venice accompanied us during this time of going out in to the town. Amy Newberry sent us the verse from Mark 1:38-39 where Jesus is preaching in Galilee and instructs his disciples to go out into the towns. We all felt that is what we were doing today.
A huge highlight of this trip is that the children are asking for previous visitors by name. That is such a huge honor in the Haitian culture, when one is not present and asked for in conversation they are verbalizing that they care for you.
Yesterday we finished and opened the library which the children have been enjoying. When we returned to the orphanage this morning you could hear the sounds of laughter and toys buzzing. After a while, some of us began to wonder where two of our members disappeared only to find them in the midst of approximately 50-60 children in the library observing them play. Thank you all for bringing so many smiles to their faces.
Prior to leaving the orphange for the day, we got to teach hand washing and wash all the children’s hands. Similar to when Jesus washes the disciple’s feet in John chapter 13. There is something to be said when you humble yourself and wash another’s hands, you feel more like you are channeling Jesus. You could see the children relax and enjoy us clipping their nails, washing with soap and water and rubbing in cocoa butter. Oh yeah, we also prayed over each child during the special one on one time.
Randomness from Team Haitian 2011.
"I'm not the smartest tack in the shed."--Tami-after a long days work
"Ma'am you are in a third world country anything can happen"--Bob American baggage claim man
“Du...Rag. Look du-rag! I spoke Creole. What does that mean? (As it sits below a photo of a man wearing one on his head)- Tami
“ I thought after the second time he would be whatever.” Erik- after tuna left his hand for the third time and landed on the Haitian next to him.
"Don't take a picture of my beef bourguignon"--Tami saying and Janese thinking
“Hey baby, I Love You!!- Random Haitian man’s proclamation to Joelle.(prayers being anwered???)
"Our driver is from Son-of-a-Mango?"--Jake (that would be Santa Domingo)
“Did you say..Girls we have a long drive to Port au Prince to eat more apples.” Janese- the slightly hearing impaired member.
"That just gets my Goat!"- Tami
Tami, Janese, Erik, Cameron, and Jake
Hebrews 12:2-3 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfector of our faith, who for the joy set before him, endured the cross, scorning the shame and set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
This verse spoke to me (Tami) as we prepared to go out into the city of St. Louis to invite people to the Jesus movie. Every person we met was welcoming and truly happy to talk with us. We have been told several times by our interpreters that our presence in Haiti is encouraging to the people. It is mind boggling to think that our presence is so welcomed by those we interacted with. The villagers were so warm and open to invite us into their space and let us in return invite them to be with us at the church. Pastor and his wife, Venice accompanied us during this time of going out in to the town. Amy Newberry sent us the verse from Mark 1:38-39 where Jesus is preaching in Galilee and instructs his disciples to go out into the towns. We all felt that is what we were doing today.
A huge highlight of this trip is that the children are asking for previous visitors by name. That is such a huge honor in the Haitian culture, when one is not present and asked for in conversation they are verbalizing that they care for you.
Yesterday we finished and opened the library which the children have been enjoying. When we returned to the orphanage this morning you could hear the sounds of laughter and toys buzzing. After a while, some of us began to wonder where two of our members disappeared only to find them in the midst of approximately 50-60 children in the library observing them play. Thank you all for bringing so many smiles to their faces.
Prior to leaving the orphange for the day, we got to teach hand washing and wash all the children’s hands. Similar to when Jesus washes the disciple’s feet in John chapter 13. There is something to be said when you humble yourself and wash another’s hands, you feel more like you are channeling Jesus. You could see the children relax and enjoy us clipping their nails, washing with soap and water and rubbing in cocoa butter. Oh yeah, we also prayed over each child during the special one on one time.
Randomness from Team Haitian 2011.
"I'm not the smartest tack in the shed."--Tami-after a long days work
"Ma'am you are in a third world country anything can happen"--Bob American baggage claim man
“Du...Rag. Look du-rag! I spoke Creole. What does that mean? (As it sits below a photo of a man wearing one on his head)- Tami
“ I thought after the second time he would be whatever.” Erik- after tuna left his hand for the third time and landed on the Haitian next to him.
"Don't take a picture of my beef bourguignon"--Tami saying and Janese thinking
“Hey baby, I Love You!!- Random Haitian man’s proclamation to Joelle.(prayers being anwered???)
"Our driver is from Son-of-a-Mango?"--Jake (that would be Santa Domingo)
“Did you say..Girls we have a long drive to Port au Prince to eat more apples.” Janese- the slightly hearing impaired member.
"That just gets my Goat!"- Tami
Tami, Janese, Erik, Cameron, and Jake
Mark 1:38-39
Set your phone alarm today or kitchen timer or put sticky notes everywhere like I do...
Pray at 2pm as a church body at the church house as God is having the team work full speed for His glory today. This will be the first time that I can recall that the video of the life of Jesus narrated in Creole will be shown to the people in the village. With Satan full at work in Haiti with voodoo, this is a HUGE opportunity to share the hope that only Jesus can give.
Today's verse: Mark 1: 38-39
Jesus replied, "Let us go somewhere else-to the nearby villages-so I can preach there also. That is why I have come. " So he traveled throughout Galilee, preaching in their synagogues and driving out demons.
This verse has pressed upon my heart since early yesterday morning. Satan has gripped many in Haiti to believe in evil. Yet, Jesus promises that He is the only way, the only truth, and the only life. Pray that Jesus becomes a bright light to many today.
*Amy
Pray at 2pm as a church body at the church house as God is having the team work full speed for His glory today. This will be the first time that I can recall that the video of the life of Jesus narrated in Creole will be shown to the people in the village. With Satan full at work in Haiti with voodoo, this is a HUGE opportunity to share the hope that only Jesus can give.
Today's verse: Mark 1: 38-39
Jesus replied, "Let us go somewhere else-to the nearby villages-so I can preach there also. That is why I have come. " So he traveled throughout Galilee, preaching in their synagogues and driving out demons.
This verse has pressed upon my heart since early yesterday morning. Satan has gripped many in Haiti to believe in evil. Yet, Jesus promises that He is the only way, the only truth, and the only life. Pray that Jesus becomes a bright light to many today.
*Amy
Friday, January 14, 2011
Day 5-Pineapples
“Just abide in God's pineapple...” a famous quote of the day. Thanks Jake!!
No really, we must abide in God’s love and live out His greatest commandment. John 15 explains the vine and the branches and how a branch remaining in God’s love will bear much fruit but one who strays will be unproductive. It is easy in our modern day world to be distracted and to gradually decrease the amount of time in the word. I tend to then wonder why I am seeing unanswered prayers. Being convicted of this, I realize I am not always turning to the Vine or Christ to help prune me so I may bear fruit. Yes sing with me now as the song is going through my head too.
It is so refreshing to see two young men growing and maturing. It reminds me so much of how my walk with Christ was beginning at the same season of life that Jake and Cameron are in. Seeing these guys grow and on fire for the Lord and soaking up His word is amazing, a great reminder for all. I am enjoying seeing their zeal for God. Seeing this, I am also convicted on how God wants me to slow down, reduce the distractions, and quench my thirst. Being so focused on the distractions, I have been neglecting my vine.
Last night, I was compelled to turn to Mark chapter 5, and to my surprise, for numerous reasons. The Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’ teaching on laying a foundation of moral and ethical living that is unachievable without Him as our center is so convicting. God has shown me in my quiet time here in Haiti that I have not fully given Him full reign over some aspects, i.e. thoughts of inferiority, reconciliation.
One I will share with you all is that I have felt lacking as a medical professional to even help the children here and I know of others that are much more suited for this. This lie has been so repulsive that in order to “Kill the bug,” I must surrender everything to God and ask the Holy Spirit to heal and show truth. I have started this process and am in awe of the peace that floods in and my thirst for His word continues to grow. I have noticed that I want to read the word when I wake and when I prepare to sleep. Every night, I have been going to sleep with a song or a portion of a lyric replaying in my mind. In your presence, I Surrender All, and I trust in you Lord to name a few.
Now that I have been so openly vulnerable I am moving on to what today brought. When we arrived to the orphanage, the children were still in class and we knew we had some projects to get done. Since we didn’t have our bags for the first few days, we couldn’t accomplish those tasks till today. Pastor Scott, as we call him, painted the front of the church while Janese and Tami finished applying a second or third coat of paint in the library that we started yesterday. Jake and Cameron bounced back and forth doing whatever needed to be done. I, being so ADD, started to finish organizing the clinic, helped Janese and Tami for a little, helped Pastor Scott, and bounced back to the clinic.
Once the bell rang for the kids to have their snack and a little outside free time, we had numerous little hands slip into ours, smiles flashing all over the place and kids hopping into our laps and arms. I with the help of Tami, Cameron, Jake, and Samuel (our interpreter) finished obtaining assessments on the children and continue checking back on a few kids and mamas that needed some interventions. I will say that I am so grateful for Janese’s phone, which has now been changed to our phone. Janese was able to obtain software to help me with the interventions, prior to leaving the United States, which has proved useful.
Since I was in the clinic for the majority of my time today, I will say that I did miss the VBS session today as well as Joelle giving her testimony to the children, which I heard was an amazing one.
One last thought:
We came to Haiti to love on orphans as Paul stresses in James, rather the orphans demonstrated God’s greatest commandment, Love. Seeing these children run to us, hold our hands, and give us kisses, is like God showing us a little preview of what eternity will be.
Erik
for Team Haiti
No really, we must abide in God’s love and live out His greatest commandment. John 15 explains the vine and the branches and how a branch remaining in God’s love will bear much fruit but one who strays will be unproductive. It is easy in our modern day world to be distracted and to gradually decrease the amount of time in the word. I tend to then wonder why I am seeing unanswered prayers. Being convicted of this, I realize I am not always turning to the Vine or Christ to help prune me so I may bear fruit. Yes sing with me now as the song is going through my head too.
It is so refreshing to see two young men growing and maturing. It reminds me so much of how my walk with Christ was beginning at the same season of life that Jake and Cameron are in. Seeing these guys grow and on fire for the Lord and soaking up His word is amazing, a great reminder for all. I am enjoying seeing their zeal for God. Seeing this, I am also convicted on how God wants me to slow down, reduce the distractions, and quench my thirst. Being so focused on the distractions, I have been neglecting my vine.
Last night, I was compelled to turn to Mark chapter 5, and to my surprise, for numerous reasons. The Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’ teaching on laying a foundation of moral and ethical living that is unachievable without Him as our center is so convicting. God has shown me in my quiet time here in Haiti that I have not fully given Him full reign over some aspects, i.e. thoughts of inferiority, reconciliation.
One I will share with you all is that I have felt lacking as a medical professional to even help the children here and I know of others that are much more suited for this. This lie has been so repulsive that in order to “Kill the bug,” I must surrender everything to God and ask the Holy Spirit to heal and show truth. I have started this process and am in awe of the peace that floods in and my thirst for His word continues to grow. I have noticed that I want to read the word when I wake and when I prepare to sleep. Every night, I have been going to sleep with a song or a portion of a lyric replaying in my mind. In your presence, I Surrender All, and I trust in you Lord to name a few.
Now that I have been so openly vulnerable I am moving on to what today brought. When we arrived to the orphanage, the children were still in class and we knew we had some projects to get done. Since we didn’t have our bags for the first few days, we couldn’t accomplish those tasks till today. Pastor Scott, as we call him, painted the front of the church while Janese and Tami finished applying a second or third coat of paint in the library that we started yesterday. Jake and Cameron bounced back and forth doing whatever needed to be done. I, being so ADD, started to finish organizing the clinic, helped Janese and Tami for a little, helped Pastor Scott, and bounced back to the clinic.
Once the bell rang for the kids to have their snack and a little outside free time, we had numerous little hands slip into ours, smiles flashing all over the place and kids hopping into our laps and arms. I with the help of Tami, Cameron, Jake, and Samuel (our interpreter) finished obtaining assessments on the children and continue checking back on a few kids and mamas that needed some interventions. I will say that I am so grateful for Janese’s phone, which has now been changed to our phone. Janese was able to obtain software to help me with the interventions, prior to leaving the United States, which has proved useful.
Since I was in the clinic for the majority of my time today, I will say that I did miss the VBS session today as well as Joelle giving her testimony to the children, which I heard was an amazing one.
One last thought:
We came to Haiti to love on orphans as Paul stresses in James, rather the orphans demonstrated God’s greatest commandment, Love. Seeing these children run to us, hold our hands, and give us kisses, is like God showing us a little preview of what eternity will be.
Erik
for Team Haiti
John 3:16: PRAY, PRAY, PRAY!
If you are new to this blog, you might notice that when a team is in Haiti, there are many posts... posts from the team, updates from texts that I receive, and a daily prayer verse that I post as a prayer team verse to uplift and encourage the team. Please scroll through the posts to make sure you read each one to get a better picture of God at work.
I sent a text to Scott last night that I was sensing that God was pleased, wait, let me rephrase, EXTREMELY pleased about what happened at the orphanage during the day. Then I wake up this morning to read Bev's post, and it confirms what amazing things God is orchestrating in Haiti. It confirms more than that... God's hands and feet, ears and eyes are being used to the greater glory, saving souls and giving hope.
PLEASE pray extra prayers for the team at 2pm today and tomorrow. The prayer team realized some time conflicts for Saturday morning. We decided to move the time to 2pm on Saturday. Today, we know why God orchestrated that time change. That is the exact time the video will be shown. Please come to the church house at 2pm Saturday to pray as a church body for adults and children to come to know Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.
Verse for today: John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
*Amy
I sent a text to Scott last night that I was sensing that God was pleased, wait, let me rephrase, EXTREMELY pleased about what happened at the orphanage during the day. Then I wake up this morning to read Bev's post, and it confirms what amazing things God is orchestrating in Haiti. It confirms more than that... God's hands and feet, ears and eyes are being used to the greater glory, saving souls and giving hope.
PLEASE pray extra prayers for the team at 2pm today and tomorrow. The prayer team realized some time conflicts for Saturday morning. We decided to move the time to 2pm on Saturday. Today, we know why God orchestrated that time change. That is the exact time the video will be shown. Please come to the church house at 2pm Saturday to pray as a church body for adults and children to come to know Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.
Verse for today: John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
*Amy
Thursday, January 13, 2011
"God of this City"
The team sent a text and asked if I would post the lyrics to "God of this City" by Chris Tomlin. They are feeling convicted to the lyrics of this song. According to Janese, they had a great night of singing and worship after a great day of working and loving in His name.
"God of this City"
Verse 1.
You're the God of this city
You're the King of these people
You're the Lord of this nation
You Are
You're the light in this darkness
You're the hope to the hopeless
You're the peace to the restless
You are
Bridge:
For there is no one like our God
There is no one like You God
Chorus 1:
For greater things have yet to come
And greater things are still to be done
In this city
Greater things have yet to come
And greater things are still to be done here
Verse 2:
You're the Lord of Creation
The Creator of all things
You're the King above all kings
You Are
You're the strength in the weakness
You're the love to the broken
You're the joy in the sadness
You Are
Bridge:
For there is no one like our God
There is no one like You God
Chorus 2:
For greater things have yet to come
Greater things are still to be done
In this city
When glory shines from hearts alive
With praise for You and love for You
In this city
Greater things have yet to come
Greater things are still to be done
In this city
Greater things have yet to come
And greater things are still to be done here.
"God of this City"
Verse 1.
You're the God of this city
You're the King of these people
You're the Lord of this nation
You Are
You're the light in this darkness
You're the hope to the hopeless
You're the peace to the restless
You are
Bridge:
For there is no one like our God
There is no one like You God
Chorus 1:
For greater things have yet to come
And greater things are still to be done
In this city
Greater things have yet to come
And greater things are still to be done here
Verse 2:
You're the Lord of Creation
The Creator of all things
You're the King above all kings
You Are
You're the strength in the weakness
You're the love to the broken
You're the joy in the sadness
You Are
Bridge:
For there is no one like our God
There is no one like You God
Chorus 2:
For greater things have yet to come
Greater things are still to be done
In this city
When glory shines from hearts alive
With praise for You and love for You
In this city
Greater things have yet to come
Greater things are still to be done
In this city
Greater things have yet to come
And greater things are still to be done here.
Day 4
"Paske, Bondye sitelman renmen lezom li bay sel Pitit li a pou yo..." That's the beginning of John 3:16 in Haitian Creole, which has been our theme verse this week, even moreso than we thought it would be! We can't seem to move away from it - the Lord is putting on our hearts the salvation of the children and the community of St. Louis du Sud. Yes, we want to be Jesus to them in any way we can, but we are also praying that they would know Him personally and that we would spend eternity with each of them! We have the Jesus Film in Haitian Creole and are praying about whether to show the adult 2 hr. version on Saturday afternoon or the children's 1 hr. version which the team showed in October as well. Tomorrow we will be handing out flyers and inviting people to come to the church Saturday afternoon at 2:00 - please pray for the Holy Spirit's directon.
This afternoon Samuel, our main interpreter (who also did the October trip - you would love this young brother in Christ!), helped the kids memorize John 3:16 (which they do very quickly), then shared his own story with them. He was taken as an orphan, along with his sisters, as a 2 yr. old after his mother died. He was in the same Haitian orphanage 11 years, taught to love Jesus by a godly woman from the States who he calls Mama. As he shared in his warm animated way, all 95 kids were completely quiet, and you could sense the Lord speaking to them as they listened to someone who knew better than any of us how they felt and what their life is like. He told them about being hungry and praying for food to come, and someone showing up with a large warm meal for them all. He challenged them to trust in the Lord with all their hearts.
Tomorrow, Joelle will be sharing her testimony of asking Jesus to take over her life as a young child, and feels led to then ask if any of them would like to do the same. Samuel has a very evangelistic heart as well, and it will be exciting to see how the Lord uses them (as he interprets). The rest of us will all be sitting out under the mango trees, with kids crowded all around us and on our laps, praying as they speak. Please join us in prayer for these precious kids - it will be at approximately 2:00.
Another sweet highlight of today was going into the church building after the kids got of school and watching a slide show of the October trip here, as well as a video where each of the October team members shared personally with the kids (interpreted into Creole by Brad & Monica Gautney). Pictures of each child showed on the screen as our LCF team told them that Jesus loved them and that they loved them. The kids were enthralled by seeing themselves on the screen (a white sheet), and excited to hear and see their friends from far away! Again, you could sense the Holy Spirit touching young hearts. Another really sweet moment that brought tears to my eyes was when our LCF kids (led by Cindy Davis) were on the video singing the song we taught these kids first in October of '09 - "Ho Ho Ho Hosanna" - and they started smiling and looking at each other then starting singing with the LCF children on the video! Talk about special! I'm sure even heaven was enjoying that one!
Scott, with help from Jake, Natou and a number of the boys, built shelves for the little library we'll be introducing tomorrow and to add to the medical clinic/storage room.
"Dr. Erik", as he's referred to here, saw "patients" throughout the day, from children to Mommas, for cuts to fevers and sore throats. He's become quite popular, along with his wonderful assistant, Tami!
A number of us cleaned out and painted the room that will house the library. The Mommas came in and oohed and ahhed when it was finished (almost - tomorrow is the completion).
Erik explained "de-worming" medicine to the Mommas and the need to give it to the children, which they were happy for. Then Janese explained it to the kids (after we played our paper plate tambourines and sang songs to Jesus). You should have seen their faces when she told them there were bugs inside them taking away the good nutrition from their food, and that these little orange chewable tablets would "kill the bugs!" They laughed but couldn't way to eat the tablets! :)
Okay, one last thing - a little boy named Mardoche, who lost both his parents in the earthquake, new to St. Louis du Sud, who tears up often - the Lord put him on my heart last night and this morning. When I got there, he came right over to me and wanted to be held. He was holding on tight, with his face pressed against mine. I said, "I will be your Mama," and he nodded and held on tighter - I assume he understood the word Mama, and just wanted her. I had the privilege of filling in today, as he fell asleep in my arms during the videos. Thank you, Lord, for letting us represent You this week. And thank you, LCF, for sending us.
Love you,
Bev
This afternoon Samuel, our main interpreter (who also did the October trip - you would love this young brother in Christ!), helped the kids memorize John 3:16 (which they do very quickly), then shared his own story with them. He was taken as an orphan, along with his sisters, as a 2 yr. old after his mother died. He was in the same Haitian orphanage 11 years, taught to love Jesus by a godly woman from the States who he calls Mama. As he shared in his warm animated way, all 95 kids were completely quiet, and you could sense the Lord speaking to them as they listened to someone who knew better than any of us how they felt and what their life is like. He told them about being hungry and praying for food to come, and someone showing up with a large warm meal for them all. He challenged them to trust in the Lord with all their hearts.
Tomorrow, Joelle will be sharing her testimony of asking Jesus to take over her life as a young child, and feels led to then ask if any of them would like to do the same. Samuel has a very evangelistic heart as well, and it will be exciting to see how the Lord uses them (as he interprets). The rest of us will all be sitting out under the mango trees, with kids crowded all around us and on our laps, praying as they speak. Please join us in prayer for these precious kids - it will be at approximately 2:00.
Another sweet highlight of today was going into the church building after the kids got of school and watching a slide show of the October trip here, as well as a video where each of the October team members shared personally with the kids (interpreted into Creole by Brad & Monica Gautney). Pictures of each child showed on the screen as our LCF team told them that Jesus loved them and that they loved them. The kids were enthralled by seeing themselves on the screen (a white sheet), and excited to hear and see their friends from far away! Again, you could sense the Holy Spirit touching young hearts. Another really sweet moment that brought tears to my eyes was when our LCF kids (led by Cindy Davis) were on the video singing the song we taught these kids first in October of '09 - "Ho Ho Ho Hosanna" - and they started smiling and looking at each other then starting singing with the LCF children on the video! Talk about special! I'm sure even heaven was enjoying that one!
Scott, with help from Jake, Natou and a number of the boys, built shelves for the little library we'll be introducing tomorrow and to add to the medical clinic/storage room.
"Dr. Erik", as he's referred to here, saw "patients" throughout the day, from children to Mommas, for cuts to fevers and sore throats. He's become quite popular, along with his wonderful assistant, Tami!
A number of us cleaned out and painted the room that will house the library. The Mommas came in and oohed and ahhed when it was finished (almost - tomorrow is the completion).
Erik explained "de-worming" medicine to the Mommas and the need to give it to the children, which they were happy for. Then Janese explained it to the kids (after we played our paper plate tambourines and sang songs to Jesus). You should have seen their faces when she told them there were bugs inside them taking away the good nutrition from their food, and that these little orange chewable tablets would "kill the bugs!" They laughed but couldn't way to eat the tablets! :)
Okay, one last thing - a little boy named Mardoche, who lost both his parents in the earthquake, new to St. Louis du Sud, who tears up often - the Lord put him on my heart last night and this morning. When I got there, he came right over to me and wanted to be held. He was holding on tight, with his face pressed against mine. I said, "I will be your Mama," and he nodded and held on tighter - I assume he understood the word Mama, and just wanted her. I had the privilege of filling in today, as he fell asleep in my arms during the videos. Thank you, Lord, for letting us represent You this week. And thank you, LCF, for sending us.
Love you,
Bev
Time change
****Prayer time change for Saturday*****
Please join us at 2pm on Saturday at the Church house to pray for the team.
*There is still an opportunity to help the team by praying for them:
Friday 6am, Saturday 2pm, Monday 9am
*Amy
Please join us at 2pm on Saturday at the Church house to pray for the team.
*There is still an opportunity to help the team by praying for them:
Friday 6am, Saturday 2pm, Monday 9am
*Amy
Romans 8: 38-39
Today's verse for the Haiti team centers around one of God's many promises to us, as believers:
Please keep the team in mind as they lead the children in Bible songs, stories, and lead the children to the love of God.
Romans 8:38-39
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
*Amy
Please keep the team in mind as they lead the children in Bible songs, stories, and lead the children to the love of God.
Romans 8:38-39
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
*Amy
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Day 3
Bonswa friends in Liberty!
It's Joelle from Haiti. :) It has been such a lovely day here. Today marked the one year anniversary of the devastating earthquake. I had wondered what today would be like, and was so humbled by what I experienced. Today the kids were out of school because of the anniversary, and were sat down to remember what happened. Many in our orphanage in St. Louis du Sud did not lose family from the earthquake, but all remembered the tragic day and were most likely affected in some way by it. Yet, their response as they remembered was so amazing: they responded in worship to our God! As the pastor, and our translators spoke on all the devastation that happened, they did not remain on the topic of sadness, instead they quickly proclaimed God's wonderful truths: 1.That it is only by the grace of God that they are alive today, therefore God must have big purposes for their lives! 2. They gave a reminder to not worry, and surrender all to Jesus 3. And they talked about even if devastation or tragedy happens, it is all for the glory of God. After their talks, we just worshiped, it was simply beautiful. I sat by an orphan named Roseline as we sang, and it was so cute she grabbed my hands and lifted them up like hers to make sure I too was worshiping :). They know how to worship their God there! I was so humbled to think of my "trials" here in the USA. They are so small, and yet I can get so caught up in them, get discouraged, and quickly forget God's powerful truths. I want to become more like these people who today talked about one of the greatest tragedies I've ever heard of, and yet they responded in worship! And not just downcast worship, they sang at the top of their lungs, clapping and lifting their hands, and closing their eyes, looking up and smiling in joy. The joy of the Lord is truly their strength!
There were two boys in the orphanage that were transfered from Port au Prince and had lost parents in the earthquake. One of them is named Mardoche, and he's very new to the orphange. I'm guessing he's about three years old, and his face looked so sad today, there were several tears. I tried to hang around him and love on him as much as I could, but if you all could be praying for him and the other little boy, that would be wonderful, for I know only God can fully give them the comfort they need. I can't imagine being three years old and losing my family.
Today we also received our luggage!! So we were very happy to have all of our belongings! We were able to give the kids snacks, color with them, blow bubbles, and begin treating them medically. It was nice to have the kids out of school and just play with them all day! They really are some of the most precious kids in the world, their giggles, smiles, and hugs could brighten anyones day. It is amazing how you come to love on them and really they continually are loving on you!
Tonight after dinner mom and I got to talk to our translator Samuel for awhile, and he has an amazing story! After the earthquake last year he led continual worship and prayer with people for about two weeks straight! After that, he got very sick and came very close to dying, but still remained having so much faith in the Lord even when all obstacles were against him. He told us of how God was faithful and saved his life!! Not only that but provided for him every step of the way. The people in Haiti have such great faith, and I believe that Jesus is truly all they want and all they need. I believe because of this the Holy Spirit moves so much here. I pray that we can become more like this in the USA, that we would stop being so consumed with everything in this world and TRULY be COMPLETELY SURRENDERED to Jesus, that Jesus would be all we want!!
Speaking of Jesus being all we want, I got to learn the song Give Me Jesus in Creole tonight! I believe the words in this song truly describe the heart of the people in Haiti. :
Le matin lem leve, Ban mwen jezi.
In the morning when I rise, give me Jesus.
Le mwen sel pou kont mwen, Ban mwen jezi.
When i am alone, give me Jesus.
Le lavi mwen va fini, Ban mwen jezi.
When I come to die, give me Jesus.
Ban mwen jezi, ou met pran tout bagay
Give me Jesus, you can have all in this world,
Ban mwen jezi
but just give me JESUS.
This is already one of my favorite songs, but now even means so much more thinking of the people in Haiti singing this, for they can sing this song TRULY meaning every word.
Wow, I've really made this blog long! One last thing though, a funny story of the day: I was talking with the orphans and was talking about how cold it was at home, and how happy I was to be there with them in Haiti where it was warm! A young Haitian man was translating for me and then he interrupted and said if you love it so much here, you should marry a Haitian man so that you can be here all the time! Then he told me just pray, and then maybe God will give you that. haha, I was defintiely laughing inside :)
Well I think that's finally all for today, auvoir!!
God bless,
Joelle
It's Joelle from Haiti. :) It has been such a lovely day here. Today marked the one year anniversary of the devastating earthquake. I had wondered what today would be like, and was so humbled by what I experienced. Today the kids were out of school because of the anniversary, and were sat down to remember what happened. Many in our orphanage in St. Louis du Sud did not lose family from the earthquake, but all remembered the tragic day and were most likely affected in some way by it. Yet, their response as they remembered was so amazing: they responded in worship to our God! As the pastor, and our translators spoke on all the devastation that happened, they did not remain on the topic of sadness, instead they quickly proclaimed God's wonderful truths: 1.That it is only by the grace of God that they are alive today, therefore God must have big purposes for their lives! 2. They gave a reminder to not worry, and surrender all to Jesus 3. And they talked about even if devastation or tragedy happens, it is all for the glory of God. After their talks, we just worshiped, it was simply beautiful. I sat by an orphan named Roseline as we sang, and it was so cute she grabbed my hands and lifted them up like hers to make sure I too was worshiping :). They know how to worship their God there! I was so humbled to think of my "trials" here in the USA. They are so small, and yet I can get so caught up in them, get discouraged, and quickly forget God's powerful truths. I want to become more like these people who today talked about one of the greatest tragedies I've ever heard of, and yet they responded in worship! And not just downcast worship, they sang at the top of their lungs, clapping and lifting their hands, and closing their eyes, looking up and smiling in joy. The joy of the Lord is truly their strength!
There were two boys in the orphanage that were transfered from Port au Prince and had lost parents in the earthquake. One of them is named Mardoche, and he's very new to the orphange. I'm guessing he's about three years old, and his face looked so sad today, there were several tears. I tried to hang around him and love on him as much as I could, but if you all could be praying for him and the other little boy, that would be wonderful, for I know only God can fully give them the comfort they need. I can't imagine being three years old and losing my family.
Today we also received our luggage!! So we were very happy to have all of our belongings! We were able to give the kids snacks, color with them, blow bubbles, and begin treating them medically. It was nice to have the kids out of school and just play with them all day! They really are some of the most precious kids in the world, their giggles, smiles, and hugs could brighten anyones day. It is amazing how you come to love on them and really they continually are loving on you!
Tonight after dinner mom and I got to talk to our translator Samuel for awhile, and he has an amazing story! After the earthquake last year he led continual worship and prayer with people for about two weeks straight! After that, he got very sick and came very close to dying, but still remained having so much faith in the Lord even when all obstacles were against him. He told us of how God was faithful and saved his life!! Not only that but provided for him every step of the way. The people in Haiti have such great faith, and I believe that Jesus is truly all they want and all they need. I believe because of this the Holy Spirit moves so much here. I pray that we can become more like this in the USA, that we would stop being so consumed with everything in this world and TRULY be COMPLETELY SURRENDERED to Jesus, that Jesus would be all we want!!
Speaking of Jesus being all we want, I got to learn the song Give Me Jesus in Creole tonight! I believe the words in this song truly describe the heart of the people in Haiti. :
Le matin lem leve, Ban mwen jezi.
In the morning when I rise, give me Jesus.
Le mwen sel pou kont mwen, Ban mwen jezi.
When i am alone, give me Jesus.
Le lavi mwen va fini, Ban mwen jezi.
When I come to die, give me Jesus.
Ban mwen jezi, ou met pran tout bagay
Give me Jesus, you can have all in this world,
Ban mwen jezi
but just give me JESUS.
This is already one of my favorite songs, but now even means so much more thinking of the people in Haiti singing this, for they can sing this song TRULY meaning every word.
Wow, I've really made this blog long! One last thing though, a funny story of the day: I was talking with the orphans and was talking about how cold it was at home, and how happy I was to be there with them in Haiti where it was warm! A young Haitian man was translating for me and then he interrupted and said if you love it so much here, you should marry a Haitian man so that you can be here all the time! Then he told me just pray, and then maybe God will give you that. haha, I was defintiely laughing inside :)
Well I think that's finally all for today, auvoir!!
God bless,
Joelle
The luggage has arrived!
I received a text from Janese that the luggage and other bags have arrived!
Praise God!
*Amy
Praise God!
*Amy
Day 2
Sent via text message from Janese:
Lamentations 3:22-24 is our verse to start the day.
Rick Curtin cut his hand last night. He is fine. Had to have several stitches in his hand. Scott Rogers came to hospital to help. What a blessing. Rick will travel with Globals Tour de Haiti Team to PAP and they will all fly out on Thurs. He will be able to attend the rededication of Moise Vavals rebuilt Church.
We pray for continued healing and hearts turning to God in Haiti. On the one yr anniversary of the Earthquake.
The team wants to thank all for their prayers. We feel completely at peace with the challenges we have faced. Can feel that many our praying on our behalf.
Yesterday was our first day with the children. We continue to be amazed and delighted by their graciousness and joy. We were thankful for having no supplies! No distractions!
*I will add that the team asked for prayers to receive their luggage/supplies today. Only Bev, Joelle, and Cameron have personal items. Janese said there is a sense of community as they are helping each other out with this challenge. Praise God!
Prayer team verse for the day: Psalm 63:3
Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.
*We will have prayer group on Thursday at 8-9pm, Friday at 6-7am, Saturday at 9-10am, and Monday at 9-10am. Please join us at the church house.
*Amy
Lamentations 3:22-24 is our verse to start the day.
Rick Curtin cut his hand last night. He is fine. Had to have several stitches in his hand. Scott Rogers came to hospital to help. What a blessing. Rick will travel with Globals Tour de Haiti Team to PAP and they will all fly out on Thurs. He will be able to attend the rededication of Moise Vavals rebuilt Church.
We pray for continued healing and hearts turning to God in Haiti. On the one yr anniversary of the Earthquake.
The team wants to thank all for their prayers. We feel completely at peace with the challenges we have faced. Can feel that many our praying on our behalf.
Yesterday was our first day with the children. We continue to be amazed and delighted by their graciousness and joy. We were thankful for having no supplies! No distractions!
*I will add that the team asked for prayers to receive their luggage/supplies today. Only Bev, Joelle, and Cameron have personal items. Janese said there is a sense of community as they are helping each other out with this challenge. Praise God!
Prayer team verse for the day: Psalm 63:3
Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.
*We will have prayer group on Thursday at 8-9pm, Friday at 6-7am, Saturday at 9-10am, and Monday at 9-10am. Please join us at the church house.
*Amy
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Day 2
Day 2 from Cameron and Jake
We had a skeleton of a plan. Upon awakening still with no bags in possession, I (Cameron) found myself bonding with other members of the team, Tami in particular, as I had to give her my new toothbrush. After spending time in the Scriptures and eating some breakfast, we loaded into the truck and heated for St. Louis. Once there was a chicken in the way. Our driver did not stop. As we arrived at the orphanage, the children were in school. Natou, the handyman and papa, opened the gate for us and greeted all of us with a smile of familiarity, as most of us had met him on previous trips. After a time, Pastor LaBastille sounded the bell for the children to assemble for lunch. The majority of our afternoon, since we had no supplies, was spent primarily in hanging out with the kids and showing them affection as our heavenly Father does.
I, Cameron, had a really neat opportunity to talk to the two schoolteachers. The female teacher, Liusette, has incredible faith. It was very fun to delight mutually in our Lord and Savior! The other teacher, however, said that he did not believe in Jesus and only believed in a creator of some sort. As these two individuals pour into our kids day in and day out, pray that he would come to know the Lord and be a spiritual role model for our kiddos. Lord willing, I'll have another opportunity to talk to them both again on Thursday. There is no schoolbtomorrow because it will be the first anniversary of the earthquake. Pray that the Lord would speak to them in a powerful and saving way. Erik suggested we invite both to our showing of the Jesus film on Saturday.
I, Jake, had a wonderful time simply being with all of the children. The younger boys especially seemed to hover around me. Therson, age 5, was especially attached, even after only a few hours. One of our main "activities" was coloring in coloring books (which by the way, would make an excellent donation to LCF Haiti missions!), and Therson used my legs as a table to color on. After he finished, I assumed he wouls either keep his picture or turn it in to Janese with all the other children, bit he gave it to me intead! It was so touching tonrecieve a gift from this child who had next to nothing, especially seeing how intently i labored on it. It rinsed me so much of how we are to trust christ. Although the quality of our service will never be close to what He deserves, He is so glorified by the sincerity and focus that we can only give because he gives to us.
A few other notes: the tour de Haiti bike team from the global orphan project stopped by the orphanage today to give our kids fifteen bikes and spend some time with them. LCF's own Scott Rodgers was with them!
Also, Rick, a team member from PVBC, lost his footing walking down a staircase and broke a glass bowl, breaking it against the wall and cutting his hand. He was quickly taken the the hospital in Les Cayes and received stitches. Because of Haiti's less than sanitary environment. It has been decided that Rick will return home on Thursday, Lord willing, after spending tomorrow with tour de Haiti team.
The verses of the day were James 1:2-5: consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you encounter trials of various kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Perseverance must finish it's work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you asks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
-Jake and Cam
We had a skeleton of a plan. Upon awakening still with no bags in possession, I (Cameron) found myself bonding with other members of the team, Tami in particular, as I had to give her my new toothbrush. After spending time in the Scriptures and eating some breakfast, we loaded into the truck and heated for St. Louis. Once there was a chicken in the way. Our driver did not stop. As we arrived at the orphanage, the children were in school. Natou, the handyman and papa, opened the gate for us and greeted all of us with a smile of familiarity, as most of us had met him on previous trips. After a time, Pastor LaBastille sounded the bell for the children to assemble for lunch. The majority of our afternoon, since we had no supplies, was spent primarily in hanging out with the kids and showing them affection as our heavenly Father does.
I, Cameron, had a really neat opportunity to talk to the two schoolteachers. The female teacher, Liusette, has incredible faith. It was very fun to delight mutually in our Lord and Savior! The other teacher, however, said that he did not believe in Jesus and only believed in a creator of some sort. As these two individuals pour into our kids day in and day out, pray that he would come to know the Lord and be a spiritual role model for our kiddos. Lord willing, I'll have another opportunity to talk to them both again on Thursday. There is no schoolbtomorrow because it will be the first anniversary of the earthquake. Pray that the Lord would speak to them in a powerful and saving way. Erik suggested we invite both to our showing of the Jesus film on Saturday.
I, Jake, had a wonderful time simply being with all of the children. The younger boys especially seemed to hover around me. Therson, age 5, was especially attached, even after only a few hours. One of our main "activities" was coloring in coloring books (which by the way, would make an excellent donation to LCF Haiti missions!), and Therson used my legs as a table to color on. After he finished, I assumed he wouls either keep his picture or turn it in to Janese with all the other children, bit he gave it to me intead! It was so touching tonrecieve a gift from this child who had next to nothing, especially seeing how intently i labored on it. It rinsed me so much of how we are to trust christ. Although the quality of our service will never be close to what He deserves, He is so glorified by the sincerity and focus that we can only give because he gives to us.
A few other notes: the tour de Haiti bike team from the global orphan project stopped by the orphanage today to give our kids fifteen bikes and spend some time with them. LCF's own Scott Rodgers was with them!
Also, Rick, a team member from PVBC, lost his footing walking down a staircase and broke a glass bowl, breaking it against the wall and cutting his hand. He was quickly taken the the hospital in Les Cayes and received stitches. Because of Haiti's less than sanitary environment. It has been decided that Rick will return home on Thursday, Lord willing, after spending tomorrow with tour de Haiti team.
The verses of the day were James 1:2-5: consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you encounter trials of various kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Perseverance must finish it's work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you asks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
-Jake and Cam
Prayer time clarification
We will meet tonight (Tuesday) at 8pm at the church house to pray for the Haiti team.
*If schools are in session tomorrow morning, we will meet to pray at 6am as originally planned.
*If schools are not in session tomorrow morning, the prayer time will be at 9am tomorrow morning.
I have a feeling that the team is sweating right about now just as we are bundled up with many layers to keep warm. Continue to pray for the team no matter where you are or what you are doing. God listens to us all! Amen to that!
*Amy
*If schools are in session tomorrow morning, we will meet to pray at 6am as originally planned.
*If schools are not in session tomorrow morning, the prayer time will be at 9am tomorrow morning.
I have a feeling that the team is sweating right about now just as we are bundled up with many layers to keep warm. Continue to pray for the team no matter where you are or what you are doing. God listens to us all! Amen to that!
*Amy
Prayer group tonight: Psalm 28:7
We will be meeting at the church house tonight from 8-9pm to pray for the Haiti team.
*Verse for the day: Psalm 28:7
The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song.
*Praying that the team is able to have a blessed time with the children.
*We also lift up prayers that the 25 bags will be delivered today.
*Amy
*Verse for the day: Psalm 28:7
The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song.
*Praying that the team is able to have a blessed time with the children.
*We also lift up prayers that the 25 bags will be delivered today.
*Amy
Day 1
The snow delayed our 6am flight only slightly. Our connections were tight the rest of the day but we arrived in Port au Prince on time, about 4:15 (we are in eastern time now). Filing a lost bag claim in Haiti is a time consuming process. Since we had 25 missing bags, it took a long time! We left the airport about 6:30pm. The good news was by then most of the traffic was gone! We made it to Les Cayes a little after 10:30.
They had a meal for us and then a tired team was off to bed. It is 6:30am Tuesday. All are still in bed, but not sure anyone is sleeping with the roosters and barking dogs.
We are so excited to see the kiddos today! Will try to have someone blog tonight about our day. Thanks so much for your prayers!
For Team Haiti
Scott
Ps - if our bags arrives today, that would be a bonus!
Pss - missing Todd and Becky. Praying you all are doing better.
They had a meal for us and then a tired team was off to bed. It is 6:30am Tuesday. All are still in bed, but not sure anyone is sleeping with the roosters and barking dogs.
We are so excited to see the kiddos today! Will try to have someone blog tonight about our day. Thanks so much for your prayers!
For Team Haiti
Scott
Ps - if our bags arrives today, that would be a bonus!
Pss - missing Todd and Becky. Praying you all are doing better.
Monday, January 10, 2011
Arrival
The team arrived in Haiti. Unfortunately, 25 bags are still in Miami. The team asks for prayers that the bags will arrive safely and securely to them tomorrow.
They are currently on the last leg of their destination to Les Cayes. It is a long and bumpy drive. Please pray for their safety and comfort. From the conversations I have had with former team members, I get the distinct impression they don't have the luxury of an interstate highway in Haiti.
Amy
They are currently on the last leg of their destination to Les Cayes. It is a long and bumpy drive. Please pray for their safety and comfort. From the conversations I have had with former team members, I get the distinct impression they don't have the luxury of an interstate highway in Haiti.
Amy
No prayer meeting tonight. Pray Ephesians 5:8-10
*Due to the increasing amounts of snow, we will not be meeting to pray for the Haiti team at 8pm tonight (Monday).
*I received a text from Scott saying that they safely arrived in Miami. Praise God! Please keep the team in your prayers as they have another flight and then a 6 hour drive to the village after that.
*Scott mentioned that one of the team members, Becky, was unable to go on the trip due to back problems. Please pray for her healing as well.
*Pray for safety as they travel, pray against cholera, and pray for any political riots to cease during this week.
*Pray for the children to be blessed and to feel without a doubt that they are loved!
*Today's Bible verse:
Ephesians 5: 8-10
For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) and find out what pleases the Lord.
*One thing that I am sensing about this trip is that God is impressing the word "light". The song by The Afters keeps replaying in my mind when I think of the trip. After much searching and praying yesterday, I knew God was leading me to Ephesians 5, which focuses on light. Please pray that the Haiti team shines light into the darkness that seems to encompass Haiti.
Amy
*I received a text from Scott saying that they safely arrived in Miami. Praise God! Please keep the team in your prayers as they have another flight and then a 6 hour drive to the village after that.
*Scott mentioned that one of the team members, Becky, was unable to go on the trip due to back problems. Please pray for her healing as well.
*Pray for safety as they travel, pray against cholera, and pray for any political riots to cease during this week.
*Pray for the children to be blessed and to feel without a doubt that they are loved!
*Today's Bible verse:
Ephesians 5: 8-10
For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) and find out what pleases the Lord.
*One thing that I am sensing about this trip is that God is impressing the word "light". The song by The Afters keeps replaying in my mind when I think of the trip. After much searching and praying yesterday, I knew God was leading me to Ephesians 5, which focuses on light. Please pray that the Haiti team shines light into the darkness that seems to encompass Haiti.
Amy
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Light Up the Sky
A team of 10 people will be going to Haiti this week to be God's hands and feet as well as His ears and eyes for His work to be done. We will be updating you throughout the week on the praises and prayer requests of the team. We will also have daily prayer times devoted to praying for specific prayer needs for the team.
May God "Light Up the Sky" for the children and adult workers at the orphanage, the pastors involved with the children, and for the LCF team dedicating their week to serve Him.
"Light Up the Sky" by the Afters:
When I'm feeling all alone
With so far to go
The signs that know we're on this road
Are guiding me home
When the night is closing in
Is falling on my skin
Oh God, will you come close
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
And I, I, I can't deny
No I can't deny that you and right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
When stars are hiding in the clouds
I don't feel them shining
When I can't see beyond my doubt
The silver lining
When I've almost reached the end
Like a flood you're rushing in
Your love is rushing in (your love is rushing in)
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
And I, I, I can't deny
No I can't deny that you and right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
So I'll run straight to your arms
You're the bright and morning sun
To show your love there's nothing you won't do (nothing you won't do)
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
And I, I, I can't deny
No I can't deny that you and right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
*Posted by Amy
May God "Light Up the Sky" for the children and adult workers at the orphanage, the pastors involved with the children, and for the LCF team dedicating their week to serve Him.
"Light Up the Sky" by the Afters:
When I'm feeling all alone
With so far to go
The signs that know we're on this road
Are guiding me home
When the night is closing in
Is falling on my skin
Oh God, will you come close
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
And I, I, I can't deny
No I can't deny that you and right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
When stars are hiding in the clouds
I don't feel them shining
When I can't see beyond my doubt
The silver lining
When I've almost reached the end
Like a flood you're rushing in
Your love is rushing in (your love is rushing in)
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
And I, I, I can't deny
No I can't deny that you and right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
So I'll run straight to your arms
You're the bright and morning sun
To show your love there's nothing you won't do (nothing you won't do)
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
And I, I, I can't deny
No I can't deny that you and right here with me
You've opened my eyes
So I can see you all around me
You light, light, light up the sky
You light up the sky to show me that you are with me
*Posted by Amy
Monday, January 3, 2011
Prayer time
We are having our monthly prayer time for our Haiti missions teams and orphanage. Please join us at 6pm before Family Gathering at LCF in the Church house. Hope to see you there! Prayers bring God's power into focus!
Amy
Amy
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