I'm going to Haiti

A couple weeks ago, I was asked a simple question. "So you're going to Haiti"? I had no idea what my friend was talking about, but I was intrigued. Our church was supposed to go to Africa this summer, but plans fell through. He must have known that missions are close to my heart and because the church I work at was sending people, he assumed I knew about this trip. I didn't know anything about it, so through a series of simple conversations with lots of questions, I am going with a group of eight other people to Callebasse, Haiti May 16-23 to help rebuild their school. We are staying at the orphanage (House of Blessings). I'm really looking forward to getting to know the team, as I don't feel like I know anyone very well at all!

It's no secret that I love reading, and I know God places books in my hands at the right moment. I started reading David Platt's Radical a couple months ago but had to put it down due to the hectic pace of life. I recently picked it back up and was rereading what I had highlighted. I was struck by the following passage:

"This is how God works. He puts his people in positions where they are desperate for his power, and then he shows his provision in ways that display his greatness" (48).

In a week and a half, I have enough money for my trip. It's amazing to me that I doubt God's provision and it's amazing how people of God are quick to respond. I am so thankful for all who pitched in to make this trip possible. God is so good, faithful, and He provides (lessons I learn over and over).

I will use this blog to update people on my journey to Haiti.

If you still want to help out financially, our team is trying to raise money for the actual building project.
http://www.crowdrise.com/LetsHelpHaiti/fundraiser/jennibutton

They accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. There is also a processing fee, but you can change that to $0 if you would like by clicking it. All these donations are tax-deductible. Thanks!