Haitian gangs are still in control of fuel supplies, leading to increased food shortages across the country. I keep hoping the United Nations will step in so we can get much needed resources and encouragement to our pastors. The longer the country goes without help, the more I expect we’ll have a major humanitarian crisis that will take a few years to recover from. As we keep waiting and praying, we are reminded that even in the face of much suffering, God is still at work in Haiti and providing many opportunities to share the hope of Christ Jesus.

I am excited to let you know that we’ve become official partners with Missionary Flights International based in Fort Pierce, FL. This partnership will allow us to send resources into Haiti for our pastors. As we anticipate more suffering, we know it provides more chances to share the gospel. That’s why this year, we are working to give 200 audio Bibles to our Mercy Network pastors to distribute along with much-needed supplies in the communities surrounding their churches. Each audio Bible costs $65.00, but the value is worth every penny.

Most of the people in rural Haiti are struggling in light of current events, so we want to stand by our pastors as they show the light of Christ. These Bibles are especially great resources for our pastors to extend, since most of the people they serve are illiterate.

I want to encourage you to continue your prayers and support. As we approach the end of the year, please pray:

• For help from the international community in response to the cholera outbreak and general unrest in Haiti.
• That gang members would turn from their sin and see the light of the gospel in Jesus.
• For opportunities to bring more children into our homes.
• For positive change in the government.
• That the gospel through our churches will continue to thrive.