HEALING HAITI UPDATE: Refugee crisis and Grace Church
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I am sure that by now you have heard the various tragedies befalling the country of Haiti. The island nation many of us have come to know and love is truly in a time of suffering. Stories that have come out of Haiti scandalize and shake our souls. We spend time in prayer and intercession when the illustrations of their affliction cross our phones and computer screens. We pray against the forces of evil, at times this comes at the expense of praying for the forces of good.
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Neighboring communities of Titanyen, where a significant portion of our ministries reside, have been under attack by gangs who traversed the ocean from southern Haiti to seek out new spoils and terrorize new cities. Families must take what little they can and leave everything behind, they are refugees in their own country. Almost immediately Grace Church began welcoming in their neighbors that were fleeing, offering up a safe space and access to what limited resources they had. Grace Church, a force for good. Lord, we thank you that you have uniquely positioned Grace Church to show your love, offer your comfort, and selflessly act in these trying times. We pray for those huddled inside the walls of the church, that you would fill them with comfort and peace that only you can provide.
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Up the hill from the church is a little place called Grace Village. There, our family style homes, clinic, and school sit. As the church began receiving people the mommies and poppies that watch over the children inventoried their supplies, seeing if there were any extra mats or blankets to be sent down to help. These mommies and poppies, who have worked 24/7 during this country lockdown, comforting and caretaking for over 60 children in truly unprecedented times, still took time to see what more they had to offer their neighbors. These guardians are forces of good. Lord, we are beyond grateful for the gift of these individuals, their selfless hearts and tireless work ethic. We pray that you would encourage them, fill up their cups, and bring an overwhelming sense of peace and courage to them. Thank you for entrusting them with your children and equipping them for these times.
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As all of this unfolds, we must remember to pray as much for the forces of good as we do against the forces of evil. Pray for their safety, their encouragement, their peace, and their fervor. We are truly blessed to bear witness and get to pray for these forces of good, we believe God has chosen to use them to bring change, comfort, and hope.
