Haiti in March

Dan from Kids Against Hunger unloading rice and beans

 for the orphanage along with the head teacher and Karl.

In their hearts humans plan their course,
    but the Lord establishes their steps.

                      Proverbs 16:9

Greetings!

A group of 6 of us recently returned from Haiti. We had our plans made, but the Lord directed us in a different path upon arrival! I went along with the folks from Kids Against Hunger, St Peters, MO satellite.

Children from the orphanage attending school

I would like to back up a little here. I haven't written anything for about the past 6 months. Even though I was unable to go to Haiti during that time, the Lord still gave this ministry opportunities to help His people. Last December we were put in a position where a 3-4 month old child needed brain surgery. The Lord made it possible for the ministry to provide the funds for that life saving surgery. Another time we were able to help financially support a work program along with supplying food for the orphanage. I thank our God for putting us, and this ministry, in a position where we could still be effective even though we weren't physically in country. It isn't our work but the Lords work through us. We look forward to seeing how our Lord will direct our feet in the future! Ok, moving on....

The light brown color in this girls hair is a sign of malnutrition

Praying with and for the children

Day 2 in Haiti we planned on meeting the 40' container with 2 smaller box trucks and transfering 250,000 meals. This food was ear marked for the Northwest. After we arrived on location for the transfer, we learned there was a strike at customs and we weren't going to get our food that day (the food wasn't actually released until earlier this past week). With our plans out the window, we decided to make a day trip up to Z'Orange and visit the orphanage. On our way, we stopped and picked up 4 bags or rice, 2 bags of beans and a lot of cooking oil. Upon arrival, we found joyful children in school which was being held in the church at the orphanage. They sang songs for us and were eager to have their pictures taken! Before leaving, we prayed with and for the children. The Lord has shown me the love of Christ at this place.

We left the orphanage and drove through the main road in Z'Orange. I was hoping to see some friends, but only to find out they were all in Port au Prince that day. We were able to meet up with Daniel, one of the voodoo priests living there. We had a nice, casual conversation, then we left.

Meeting up with Pastor Etienne

The decision was made to keep moving forward with our plans of heading to the Northwest. With or without food. Jerry volunteered to stay back in Port in the event the food was released while the remaining 5 of us head northward the next day. Getting to our destination, Lemuel Ministries, in the Northwest is nothing to take lightly, and this trip was no exception! The Lord provided us many opportunities for prayer. When we finally arrived at Lemuel, all the friendly faces were there (except Judy and Ani which were in the States. Sorry to miss you!!). We all enjoyed the fellowship.

Garbage everywhere

We had one full day in the north and we made the best of it. We headed over to the Living Water Ministries campus and met with our dear friend Pastor Etienne. We saw the houses that Living Water and Global Compassion built to aid in the relieve after hurricane Mathew took out the village. It was great to see people living in their new houses with children playing outside! We ventured out on the 'short cut' from Ti Paradi over the mountain to what we call the area of Philadelphia. The road can get a little sketchy at times and I think Karl put it best when he called it and adventure times 2!! It's not for the faint of heart, but we made it just fine.

More garbage burning

We arrived at Philadelphia church to find the pastor and his family just returning from working in their garden. They were hot and sweaty and greeted us warmly. He was excited to tell us of an upcoming baptism. I was blessed to participate in it last year, and he asked if I would return. Not sure when it will take place, but it will be an honor to attend.


The pastor and his family at Philadelphia church

We had an uneventful trip back to Port au Prince with a brief stop at Ellen's orphanage.

We thank everyone that has prayed and/or financially support this ministry. Your giving is a blessing to the people in Haiti. Thank you and God bless.

In His Service,

Chuck & Gail
Contact Information
Chuck & Gail Guerber
% Grace Hill Ministries
P.O. Box 171
Ironwood, MI 49938
Phone US: 906.285.2500
Haiti: 4753.0270
www.nwhaiti.com