We had another update this evening from Haiti. This was our longest call so far - so I am posting an update even though one was sent out just this morning. We know that many of you are praying for LHM and eagerly awaiting updates. For those who are concerned about the students they sponsor or Haitian friends met during mission trips, we still do not have details on specific individuals. Here is some additional information.
1. Pastor Andris’ sister by the airport is ok, but lost her home – so all of Andris’ family survived – Praise God!
2. They do have food on the campus for now, but food is very limited in the village
3. They have been fixing meals for about 30 people per day on the campus (cooking outside) 4. They found out that yesterday there were 3-4 food drops in another village near them
5. The most urgent need in the area is water – the community well is damaged and will need repair (this is the well installed by LHM)
6. 16 families from the church have lost their homes and all their possessions
7. Tents are still urgently needed. They built a wooden structure yesterday to sleep under and protect from rain. It has also been cold at night.
8. The banks are beginning to open.
We continue to investigate ways to get food and supplies directly to LHM and we have some promising options – please pray that at least one of these channels will be able to deliver to LHM in the next 24 hours. In addition, we hope to use some of these channels to continue to deliver items to LHM over time.
In the midst of this crisis, it is wonderful to see God’s people come together in prayer and in community to help those in need. As we step forward in support of our brothers and sisters in Haiti, remember the words of Jesus who said “...I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25: 40
Mark Breading (vice-president)
visit http://www.livinghopehaiti.org to learn about Living Hope Ministries in Haiti
1. Pastor Andris’ sister by the airport is ok, but lost her home – so all of Andris’ family survived – Praise God!
2. They do have food on the campus for now, but food is very limited in the village
3. They have been fixing meals for about 30 people per day on the campus (cooking outside) 4. They found out that yesterday there were 3-4 food drops in another village near them
5. The most urgent need in the area is water – the community well is damaged and will need repair (this is the well installed by LHM)
6. 16 families from the church have lost their homes and all their possessions
7. Tents are still urgently needed. They built a wooden structure yesterday to sleep under and protect from rain. It has also been cold at night.
8. The banks are beginning to open.
We continue to investigate ways to get food and supplies directly to LHM and we have some promising options – please pray that at least one of these channels will be able to deliver to LHM in the next 24 hours. In addition, we hope to use some of these channels to continue to deliver items to LHM over time.
In the midst of this crisis, it is wonderful to see God’s people come together in prayer and in community to help those in need. As we step forward in support of our brothers and sisters in Haiti, remember the words of Jesus who said “...I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25: 40
Mark Breading (vice-president)
visit http://www.livinghopehaiti.org to learn about Living Hope Ministries in Haiti
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