Haiti Trip Testimony from Jim Spitnale

This was my second missions trip to Haiti and I think this trip has confirmed in me the calling of being more of a servant of the Lord by reaching out to those in need. God provided the opportunity to minister and serve others by doing work at Mission of Hope, as well as sharing the Gospel with people in the villages. I got a chance to hear the testimony of a man named Ed Hughes, who the Lord called out of living a worldly life to start an orphanage in Haiti. After he started the orphanage he almost lost his life after being kidnapped and held for ransom. He lost his right arm after he was shot by his kidnapers. Even though his life was at risk, and he faces the disability of only having one arm, this man returned after his release from his captures to what the Lord had called him to, serving the children who have no one else. God spoke to me thru Ed’s testimony when he said, “Pleasures of the world don’t matter; being God’s servant is what matters”.

Haiti Trip Testimony from Kim Spitnale

The mission trip to Haiti was my first and I know it will not be my last, and what an amazing trip it was. It was difficult to see how most of these people live and witness the poverty and oppression. At the same time it was exciting to go into the villages and minister to the people. They were so open and loving to us, both small children and teens eager to hold your hand and walk close to you. So many of them starved for affection (and food) and human touch as many don’t have any family to speak of, it really makes one re-evaluate the way you live. What impacted me the most was the incredible, genuine joy and the hope that these people possessed even in the midst of their discouraging circumstances. They are always smiling when they see you, and it was great to be able to show Christ’s love, minister, and pray for their needs. Mission of Hope is growing and God is definitely moving in Haiti!

“The joy of the Lord is my strength” (Neh 8:10)

Haiti Trip Testimony from Shealee Moore

One night I was writing in my journal and I wrote, "Even though these children aren't shown love and/or they've been moved from place to place, they are still so open to love. Even if they aren't happy in the U.S., we feel so alone with all of our wealth and we aren't open to anything. In fact, we are so closed in and we keep to ourselves, it's almost like we like our pride but the U.S. has no idea what it means to be in real devistation." I am just so amazed that they will love you, even if it's just from a smile you give them. Then when you know they love you, you can't help but fall in love with them.

Haiti Trip Testimony from Ashleigh Ladoto

This mission trip to Haiti was amazing. While there is extreme poverty, that is not what I will always think about. I will always think about the people and the hope that they truly have. The people of Haiti taught me how important and vital a relationship with Christ truly is. I learned that He is the only true solution. It is awesome to know that. I also thought it was so cool to know that even though the Christians in Haiti are from a very different culture than us we still have such an awesome bond because of Christ. This was really evident when we sang worship on Sunday in Haiti. Even though the words were in Creole, we still knew the songs and could worship together. I loved Haiti and wouldn't trade the opportunity to go for anything.

Haiti Trip Testimony from Amy Griffore

Haiti was life changing to say the least. When we first drove through Port-Au-Prince to get to the Mission of Hope compound, I was in complete shock, watching the scenes go by out the bus window was intense. It made me feel queasy, like I was stuck on a broken carnival ride with flashing lights and swirling colors. I've never felt that uneasy or troubled before. The only thing I could think was "I'm in way over my head here, I can't do this". Then as we pulled into the compound I saw it, three little boys playing basketball, just beaming when they saw the bus. They waved at us and went back to playing. In that moment, I could feel God say to me "I AM here. If you look for sorrow here, it'll be easy to find....but if you look for Me, you will find me". With that in my heart, I found more hope and joy in Haiti than anything else. Throughout the week I was surrounded by people with no money, no food and no family, yet they had more joy than I've ever seen. They knew that they knew that God's love is unconditional and He loves them wholeheartedly no matter what their circumstances might say. God used the people of Haiti to teach me that when things seem down in the dumps, I have to choose to search for Him in the situation, because He IS there, helping me along and pouring out blessings. He will never stop loving me, or you, or the people of Haiti.

Haitian Bibles

Can you imagine not owning a Bible? What would your walk with the Lord be without having His word to inspire and direct you? The BCC missions team helped in bringing the Holy Scriptures to people that most likely have never owned a copy. The team distributed 300 Creole New Testaments as we walked and worked in Haiti. Without exception people were very happy and thankful to except these New Testaments. I saw more that one person hug it close to their chest and they had a look in their eye that told me that they knew what it was that they were receiving.

Psalm 119:50
This is my comfort in my affliction, for Your word has given me life.