1/19/2013

It is night number three for our Haiti blog, and we experienced another epic day on our last work shifts of the week. The medic crew were in heaven on earth today as they spent the morning in the OB Clinic  with forty-eight pregnant mommies (*unfortunately they did not get their wish of delivering a baby yet, but four mommies could deliver very soon and they could be called out this evening or tomorrow), while the guys were either working in Barbencourt on the orphanage dorms, or doing projects around the mission. The morning was also blessed again with the visit of six of Mary Jane and Randy's sponsor children. Each of these occasions have been special moments this week and we look forward to the final visits tomorrow morning. In the afternoon we experienced a first for all of the mission team members as we traveled through the village on foot and shared in prayer with many of the Haitians who live close to the mission. This was a special way to end our work week as we cared for those who were injured and provided food for those in need. The most remarkable part of the journey was the way that many of the Haitians wanted us to continue to pray for our own well-being and the safety of others who may be able to extend their hearts by sending love offerings to this adversity filled country where Christianity is on the rise. We ended our venture by sharing some treats with the group of children who followed us during the entire trek through the village. This affection shown by the children was always a highlight of each day and we never were tired of feeling the warmth and compassion that the children showed us. Following a wonderful dinner, we spent time at the "Cross on the Hill" in evening devotion  and put a cap on the work week by sharing some of favorite moments from the day. It has been an awesome week and we look forward to some rest and relaxation at the beach tomorrow. Thank you for all those who have followed and prayed for our trip this week, and although we will miss our experiences in Haiti, I know I can speak for everyone and say that we are excited about being reunited with our loved ones on Sunday. I would especially like to take this time to thank my wife, Jennifer, who is responsible for me being a part of this mission team. This was truly a dream come true and I would like to thank my beautiful wife from the bottom of my heart!

Michael, Randy, Mary Jane, Shelby, Jayme, Coty, Jill, Morgan, Kurt, Miranda, MaKenna, Jim, Katrina, Kyle