We have made great head way on our construction project (pavilion) for New Life Bible College. We have poured all of the columns and beams. They are ready to receive the concrete slab for the roof. It is looking great.
We are rejoicing in the completion one of our church projects. New Life
church in Lazile expanded their auditorium and we helped them put on
the new roof. Now pray with us for a move of God Spirit to fill the
larger church.
We thank God for answered prayer. We have received all the funds needed to purchase new batteries for our solar panels and inverter. These are greatly needed because the current batteries are not holding their charge well, resulting in lengthy blackouts. The challenge we face now is going out and buying the batteries on the other side of the city.
For the past 7 months, those who oppose the president of Haiti have hindered him from installing a new prime minister after the previous one was forced to step down. There have been protests every week. These last 4 weeks have been the worst. The opposition to the president has been blocking the streets with burning tires and barricades throughout the country, EVERY DAY.
As a result, the country has come to almost a complete standstill. Most schools have not been able to function. Public institutions and businesses have only functioned sporadically. Travel from city to city is often impossible. At one point the grocery stores and open markets were almost out of food in Port-au-Prince. Thankfully, the opposition gave a two day break last weekend that allowed open markets and stores to replenish some of their supply.
The most difficult and stressful thing for most in Haiti is the constant wondering if they will be able to go out and do what they need to do. Also, the big question in everyone’s mind is when they do go out, will they make it back home and under what circumstances. As I write this, there has been gun fire all morning not far from us, and there is smoke in the air from burning tires at intersections in the street.
Pray:
- That the political powers in place bring about a solution to the impasse in this country.
- Protection and wisdom for all.
- Provision for the masses who are suffering greatly and for many who may not have eaten a regular meal for days.
- Peace and stability so people can get back to their lives and allow the children to go to school.
We thank God for answered prayer. We have received all the funds needed to purchase new batteries for our solar panels and inverter. These are greatly needed because the current batteries are not holding their charge well, resulting in lengthy blackouts. The challenge we face now is going out and buying the batteries on the other side of the city.
For the past 7 months, those who oppose the president of Haiti have hindered him from installing a new prime minister after the previous one was forced to step down. There have been protests every week. These last 4 weeks have been the worst. The opposition to the president has been blocking the streets with burning tires and barricades throughout the country, EVERY DAY.
As a result, the country has come to almost a complete standstill. Most schools have not been able to function. Public institutions and businesses have only functioned sporadically. Travel from city to city is often impossible. At one point the grocery stores and open markets were almost out of food in Port-au-Prince. Thankfully, the opposition gave a two day break last weekend that allowed open markets and stores to replenish some of their supply.
The most difficult and stressful thing for most in Haiti is the constant wondering if they will be able to go out and do what they need to do. Also, the big question in everyone’s mind is when they do go out, will they make it back home and under what circumstances. As I write this, there has been gun fire all morning not far from us, and there is smoke in the air from burning tires at intersections in the street.
Pray:
- That the political powers in place bring about a solution to the impasse in this country.
- Protection and wisdom for all.
- Provision for the masses who are suffering greatly and for many who may not have eaten a regular meal for days.
- Peace and stability so people can get back to their lives and allow the children to go to school.
