“In forty years, what would you want people to say about you?” I ask this question to Alie as we sit at her table, drinking the ice cold water bottles she has set out for us. Continue reading
Stories from JiHM
The blessing of meeting Guerline
In October, I had the great privilege of meeting the girl I sponsor at Grace Emmanuel School! I have sponsored Guerline for about a year—she was a new student at the school, and my heart has been to encourage and support an older girl because girls have so few opportunities in Haiti. She has been a delight to correspond with, and it was her letter stating that she dreams of meeting me “face to face” that put me on the airplane to Haiti. Continue reading
Through absent mothers and malnutrition, God still provides
“Even if things do not go as we want, God always knows how to take care of us,” Giltane tells me as she leaves Grace Emmanuel School for the day. At 9 years old, she has already learned this truth firsthand. Continue reading
From orphaned to overcomer: Bony celebrates a milestone
Though we celebrate birthdays often at the Lighthouse Children’s Home, certain milestones carry more significance. One special young man at the Lighthouse just celebrated such a birthday. Continue reading
Three years back with JiHM: An update from Roger
Greetings, brothers and sisters in Christ!
As of October 1, I have been the director of operations for Jesus in Haiti Ministries for three years. I give thanks to God for giving me the opportunity to serve this community for the past three years with the support of each member of the ministry. Continue reading
Moving on up: New school year, new grade levels at the Lighthouse
In the middle of September, the Lighthouse kids headed back to school, with everyone advancing to the next class. Continue reading