Today started as any typical Sunday – going to church!  We were welcomed with stares and smiles as Pastor Bernard greeted and guided us to the front row.  Nicole and Mrs. Isbell addressed the church in French and Creole articulating our mission in Haiti to the congregation. Though we didn’t understand the message linguistically we still felt the power of God through the passion of the people’s worship – so different and much louder than what we’re used to at home!  The focus of the message remained steadfastly giving thanks for Jesus’ sacrifice and for what they have.   As the people left, we stood at the door and had the opportunity to shake hands and exchange “bonjou’s.”  Then we headed out to take Pastor Bernard’s family to Epi d’or where we had a fantastic lunch.  Back in the Land Cruiser, we bumped along the road to a tent city where we were able to meet Junior and his family.  He is a 12^th grade student at the school we are partnering with, Good Shepherd.  Despite the stifling conditions that he lives in, he expressed that Jesus is all that he needs.  He also emphasized the importance of family to him.  Then we moved on to the next home in the tent city and interviewed Marcell, who is living with his uncle in order to continue his education.  We left the tent city and met an alum from Good Shepherd who welcomed us with big hugs and cheek kisses.  She expressed her gratitude toward the school crediting it for where she is and who she is today.  She’s now preparing for her university entrance exam and aspires to pursue journalism.  As we wrapped up our day with our feet in the pool, we discussed our role in evangelism and the necessity of boldness in our prayers and actions.  Thank you for your continued prayers.  We are stoked to begin establishing a relationship between our schools.

Courtney, Holly, and Sarah