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Friday, February 26, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Haiti Prayer Requests
Hey everyone. We're putting together a prayer flyer to hand out at church this Sunday. I e-mailed Deborah and asked what specifics they would like to see covered. Here's her answer. Also, the looting and mobbing has begun in PAP. Pray for restored order. People are getting desperate for food and water. Pray for safety of the many workers attempting to distribute supplies. Also pray for safety of the BHM missionaries that are attempting to get medical supplies up to the mission from the airport to help the many injured there. (Picture taken in 2007 overlooking Port-Au-Prince. It's certainly a different view today...)
- That God would work in the hearts of the people and that many would come to know Him through this tragedy.
- Wisdom to know how to start helping the many who are hurt, without food and water or without shelter.
- Safety as we receive supplies and start to distribute them. There is always a concern that we could be the target of mobbing if they know we have lots of supplies.
- That God would miraculously supply the needed diesel, water and food that we need. Our hospital needs the generator to keep it running, so diesel is a huge need.
- That the medical team scheduled to arrive on Tuesday would be able to arrive without any troubles with all their supplies
- For strength for the hospital staff, missionaries, and all those involved in the relief efforts to continue day by day.
'Thank you so much for your prayers. We are continually seeing God at work and we know that He is answering prayers.' -Deborah
- That God would work in the hearts of the people and that many would come to know Him through this tragedy.
- Wisdom to know how to start helping the many who are hurt, without food and water or without shelter.
- Safety as we receive supplies and start to distribute them. There is always a concern that we could be the target of mobbing if they know we have lots of supplies.
- That God would miraculously supply the needed diesel, water and food that we need. Our hospital needs the generator to keep it running, so diesel is a huge need.
- That the medical team scheduled to arrive on Tuesday would be able to arrive without any troubles with all their supplies
- For strength for the hospital staff, missionaries, and all those involved in the relief efforts to continue day by day.
'Thank you so much for your prayers. We are continually seeing God at work and we know that He is answering prayers.' -Deborah
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Haiti Earthquake
Nothing like an earthquake in a country I love to make me blog again. I'm sure I don't need to tell anyone, but, I love Haiti. After going there twice, I certainly have a connection. I'm devastated. I can't believe the magnitude of this quake and reports of the damage that come in hourly. At the moment, there's not much I can do but pray and encourage. So pray I will, and encourging..well, that's what you're getting. :)
Our friends at the Baptist Haiti Mission are all okay. No one was injured, and only one of their buildings collapsed. God completly had His hands on them, and they're they'll be the 1st to tell you that. It's so amazing to see God's provision. All the missionaries are now working constantly, trying to keep up with the flow of injured people. By God's grace, they had a medical team there and were able to help as soon as victims were arriving. Currently, Chris is driving to the airport to pick up a team of Doctor's from Samaritan's Purse. The BHM had the #2 hospital in all of Haiti. After the collapse of the hospital in PAP, I'm assuming they're now the #1. Last night they had 16 doctors working and attempting to keep up with the flow. As great as their hospital is, it's small. They halls were packed, people kept coming, and the missionaries, whether they had medical experience or not were helping in any way possible. They're all exhausted, and still nervous about the situation at hand.
So, how can you help? Prayer! Please please please pray. Specific requests:
-Safe travel to pick up teams and supplies in the coming days.
-Food and water (in a country that doesn't always have those on a good day.)
-Electricity (Again, not a daily occurance.)
-Continued safety for workers. There are tons of aftershocks still happening. Also, AIDS is rampant in Haiti and with so many injuries there's lots to worry about.
-For survivors to be found.
-Quick response from countries and governments that have committed to help.
-For the Liebs and the Bakers, our friends and missionaries serving in Haiti. Haiti is not an easy country to live and work in, and I can't even imagine the challenge they're facing now. Pray for them to recieve supernatural strength from God to get through this trying time. Also, prayer for all workers in Haiti that are giving all they have to get through this.
-For God to be glorified. I pray the Haitian people, so oppressed by VooDoo, would come to know Christ's salvation.
If you'd like to donate, there are many organizations that are accepting cash donations. However, I would encourage you to go through BHM, knowing them personally, having been there and worked with them. 100% of proceeds will go to disaster relief. Deborah has been updating her blog consistently since the quake last night. To see pictures and video, and get a better sense of what they're up against, check out her blog. I'll be making Facebook updates and will post more info and pictures on here as I can. Thanks everyone for all your support!
Our friends at the Baptist Haiti Mission are all okay. No one was injured, and only one of their buildings collapsed. God completly had His hands on them, and they're they'll be the 1st to tell you that. It's so amazing to see God's provision. All the missionaries are now working constantly, trying to keep up with the flow of injured people. By God's grace, they had a medical team there and were able to help as soon as victims were arriving. Currently, Chris is driving to the airport to pick up a team of Doctor's from Samaritan's Purse. The BHM had the #2 hospital in all of Haiti. After the collapse of the hospital in PAP, I'm assuming they're now the #1. Last night they had 16 doctors working and attempting to keep up with the flow. As great as their hospital is, it's small. They halls were packed, people kept coming, and the missionaries, whether they had medical experience or not were helping in any way possible. They're all exhausted, and still nervous about the situation at hand.
So, how can you help? Prayer! Please please please pray. Specific requests:
-Safe travel to pick up teams and supplies in the coming days.
-Food and water (in a country that doesn't always have those on a good day.)
-Electricity (Again, not a daily occurance.)
-Continued safety for workers. There are tons of aftershocks still happening. Also, AIDS is rampant in Haiti and with so many injuries there's lots to worry about.
-For survivors to be found.
-Quick response from countries and governments that have committed to help.
-For the Liebs and the Bakers, our friends and missionaries serving in Haiti. Haiti is not an easy country to live and work in, and I can't even imagine the challenge they're facing now. Pray for them to recieve supernatural strength from God to get through this trying time. Also, prayer for all workers in Haiti that are giving all they have to get through this.
-For God to be glorified. I pray the Haitian people, so oppressed by VooDoo, would come to know Christ's salvation.
If you'd like to donate, there are many organizations that are accepting cash donations. However, I would encourage you to go through BHM, knowing them personally, having been there and worked with them. 100% of proceeds will go to disaster relief. Deborah has been updating her blog consistently since the quake last night. To see pictures and video, and get a better sense of what they're up against, check out her blog. I'll be making Facebook updates and will post more info and pictures on here as I can. Thanks everyone for all your support!
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