Haiti.
Wow.
As if I’m reflecting on my time here already—I didn’t see that one coming so soon. I’m definitely getting the long days, short weeks vibe this season.
Looking back, I’m in awe and humbled at our stay at Mission of Hope. When I think of my time here, beautiful moments flash by in quick succession in my mind…
I’m holding a sleeping baby while singing Lord I Lift Your Name on High, playing a soccer game during a thunderstorm, talking late into the night with people I’ve met, sitting in a circle and sharing our testimonies, doing T25, watching the sunrise, doing devos on the rooftop, a guard setting down his shotgun to help us with laundry, gathering around a woman to pray for her and her children….the list goes on and on.
It’s like a movie reel rolling through my head, and I’m in awe of those flashbacks that remind me of God’s goodness and love. I’ve been stretched, challenged, and humbled in so many different ways. There’s a long way to go, but I’ve heard the call and I’m here.
There are moments so precious that have happened, and I’m beyond blessed.
I remember singing at the top of my lungs in English during worship, while my best friend Kathiana, whom I met on the first Sunday at church, was singing in Creole, then we both sang in English together and then sang in Creole together. We danced, and laughed and had a ball.
We would write notes to each other in Creole, French, and English during the sermon, and I got a glimpse into her life. She’s my sister in Christ and I love her so much. It was hard to say goodbye.
Another time, Shannon, Sarah, and I sat in on the worship team practicing for service. Sitting in an empty sanctuary, watching and listening to people worship is one of my favorite things in the world. I’ve come to know some of the members on the worship team, and it made it that much sweeter.
God is good.
Life in Haiti really opened my eyes. The best part was seeing this country through Jesus’ lens. We are different, yet the same. We are the same body of Christ and I love how many new brothers and sisters I have!
It was definitely bittersweet leaving Haiti. I am thankful for my time there, and for the growth that has occurred, the relationships that have been formed, and I’m excited for our time in South America.
Hallelujah! Merci Señor.
Amen, amen.
