Win sleeping after a hard days work

Doctor Houston seeing a patient @ MPCA

Installing cabinets @ MPCA

Twas our last night in Haiti and all through the house, not a human was stirring, not even a mouse. The cabinets were hung on the walls with care, ready to be filled so they would not be bare. The medical team finished the week after seeing 1200 plus patients, hopefully we will have more healthy Haitians. Projects completed, mission is done, united in friendship, homeward we come.

Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never disappear.-Luke 21:33

-Juleen, Lee Ann and Jackie-

Robin Hood and his merry medical team-Thursday

Robin Hood

The medical team

Juleen, Dr Houston, and Jackie before seeing patients

Once upon a time, Robin Hood led his merry medical team up a mountain, through the banana forest to Degeance. Robin Hood was very confident that his merry medical team would be able to make it up the hill but the hill proved to be a little bit difficult for some of the members...(we won't mention any names). After everyone made it up safely, the crew first began their busy day by taking pictures of some students for those who will be able to be sponsored. Once this was complete, they began to see patients-students first and then community members. The kids were in good spirits but the medical need was great. Lots of babies, adorable babies, came through the clinic which brought a smile to everyone's faces! When the day was complete, Robin hood gathered his merry medical team and ordered them to make the trek back down the mountain and through the banana forest. Just in case you were wondering, everyone made it down safely!

Meanwhile, back at the compound, the men were busy with several projects. Desks were painted, cabinets were stained, grout was put up on the wall, and tamoseal was put up on the outside of the bible school. Mahlon and Win had a very relaxing day...rumor has it that they traveled to St Marc's to get Root Beer Floats...they may have also built some cabinets today in their spare time. Overall, the work crew at the compound was very happy with all of the projects that were completed today. YAY!

We are anxious to begin the last day of work tomorrow as lots of projects will be completed and the medical team will be seeing patients at the largest school. Everyone is feeling tired but God is giving each of us strength to make it through the day!

This is so awesome that we don't have a title-Wednesday

Queen Juleen leading her chariot

Dave W. joined in some staining!

Lee Ann, Jackie and Juleen staining

Lee Ann and Jackie teaching about women's health

Dan and Bud sealing the outside of the Bible school

Mahlon, Chelsea and Win "working"

Rene, Libby and Darren staining cabinets

Once upon a time, Queen Juleen led the medical team on her chariot through the desert to La Hatte. It was quite the adventurous ride for the crew. The truck stumbled over rocks, and up steep hills but we safely made it to the top. Once we reached the top of the mountain, the medical team had two tasks. The first task was for Lee Ann and Jackie to talk to the young girls about women's health-we won't give details ;). The second task for the crew was to hold a clinic for the students and some community members. Once again, the nurses and doctors hearts were moved by all of the patients who came in to see them. Darren decided he would join in this adventure, so he worked on some desks in the classrooms. He didn't know what he was doing at first, but he figured it out! ;) We were able to walk into the village and see first hand what it is like to live at the top of this mountain. Queen Juleen then summoned all her people to jump back into the chariot (some more successfully than others-no names) to make our descend down the mountain. After a few bumps and bruises the crew made it safely to the bottom with Queen Juleen guiding the way!

Meanwhile, back at the compound, the men worked on various projects that need to be completed. The medical team joined in to help speed up the process once they returned. As you can see from the pictures above, Dave joined in the staining process as much as he was able to. Please continue to keep him in your prayers! Overall, we had a great day and look forward to what tomorrow will bring!

-R, D, & L-

Safari Dan :)

LeeAnn and Jackie making the hike up to Dupin

Dave praying with some children

Chilling by the beach after a long work day!
Medical team

Roofing Crew

Once upon a time, Safari Dan led the team into the banana forest of Dupin. To get to where we would be working, we had to drive through a riverbed and then hike up a mountain. As we were climbing up the mountain one of members had a little mishap. Dave W. slipped and fell and the Doc diagnosed it as a dislocated shoulder. So we ask that you will join us in prayer for Dave as he is in a lot of pain and has a long week ahead of him. When we reached the top of the mountain we split into two groups-medical and roofing teams. The roofing crew started their adventure by learning to climb up the ladder (aka Libby and Rene) but once that was mastered the painting of the roof went quickly and smoothly. The medical team saw many woman and children and were moved with compassion as they saw the magnitude of need among the people. As a thank you for our services, we were given a tub full of fruit. Safari Dan rallied us back to the compound safely. To cool off after a long, hot days work, several of the team decided it would be fun to go for a little swim :)...in our clothes!

Meanwhile, back at the compound, Mahlon and Win slept in the hammock and played some Fizbo.......just kidding! They worked on the cabinets and then went to Chardene to repair some desks. And so this ends another day in the exciting life of the week 4 crew!

-Rene, Chelsea, Darren and Libby -

Week 4:Monday

Bud and Darren staining cabinet doors at compound

A beautiful sunset was enjoyed by group

Workcrew building cabinets in woodshop

Students lining up for medical checkup at Chardene School

Haitian delivery service

Rene getting students ready for medical exams at Saint Marc

The breakfast crew started by chasing a large spider out of the kitchen. Everytime the story is told the spider tends to get larger.

The team split into two groups today with the medical team seeing 372 students and adults which is believed to be one of the highest number ever. Two schools were visited, St. Marc and Chardene and the group was exhausted when they returned that evening.

The work crew stayed at the compound and welded tables for vocational school, built chairs, worked on cabinets, did grouting work and completed plumbing jobs.

The Beginning of the End (aka week 4)-Sunday

Chelsea's broken nose...but it was worth it, WE WON! :)

Bud and Darren showing off their soccer skills

Sue, Chelsea and Rene intently cutting a Mango for lunch

Darren and Chelsea hanging out with some kids after Sunday school

LeeAnn's ear muffs!

Team 4 enjoying a "relaxing" and breezy ride in the cattle truck.

Sunday was a relaxing day after safe travels for team 4. We spent the morning at church in Lanzac and then came back to be lazy! Just kidding...we actually spent the afternoon counting and bagging medications in preparation for our school visits this week. After what seemed to be like a good idea of playing a game of soccer with some Haitians, Dr Houston was quickly put into action by taking care of Chelsea's broken nose. Sue, Jackie and Russell went to St Marks service this evening and really enjoyed it! After these church services we decided that we will no longer complain about Lynn preaching past noon! :) We are looking forward to starting clinics tomorrow as we have a very busy week!

Hello friends and family. Today we said goodbye to another team after an awesome week of work and fellowship. It was tough seeing them go, but we welcomed the week 4 team. They arrived safely and are asleep in their beds. No pictures to post at the moment because everyone was so tired, but they may be coming soon! Goodnight!

It's Friday!

Cabinets are being made for the school room at MPCA.

Shelves are organized in the Bible School.

Computers are up and running,

The blinds look great in the Bible School.

Much has been accomplished at the Bible School.

It has been another productive week! We are all tired but thankful for the opportunity to serve. The Lord definitely blessed us with strength! Packing tonight and leaving in the morning.

Thursday - Jobs and more jobs

Today the guys got to run the photo assembly line, it was sweet to see them wiping faces and buttoning shirts, the kids loved every moment and so did they.

Scott put her in his suitecase...jk

Bud is here, despite lack of photos.

Teresa, Kara, Lindsay, Darren and Pam finally got to experience the same joy of painting a school roof just like their loved ones did a year and a half ago.

That's right, the Girls rule the roof.

Today the Chardene roof was painted. A team traveled to Degeance and took photos of all the kids, did the purity seminar, and handed out hygiene bags. A crew worked on desks at Chardene, but were cut short after breaking all their drill bits...to be continued. The vocational school roof got some much needed attention. A couple people reburied an electric line with a pick axe, yup just like it sounds. The food is amazing, the euchre is overly competitive, and sunsets are breathtaking. Loved ones are missed (especially you Gary).

Work Wednesday

Darren challenged some Haitian boys to remain pure until marriage.
"If you don't make this commitment, you are not a man of God you are a little boy!"


Russ, Win, and Mahlon fixed the pump at Lahatte... again.

Heather and Lindsay practiced some phrases

"suree" (smile) and "vini" (come) a couple hundred times.

Mark to Chris "are you pushing or pulling over there?" Jeff to anyone "Hey is this wire live?"

Rusty working on shelf number 385ish!

Bob tiling Herve's apartment, he will be able to stand again in a few weeks.

Shout Out!!!!!!

Leigh - Mom and dad I decided I am not coming home the Haitian kids love my hair.

Brendan love and miss you.

Teresa - Mike I wish you were here. Love and miss all of you.

Kara - Walther boys - I love you guys, went to Lahatte today and I think I saw the thorn bush that attacked Nick.

Pam and Mark - Nana and Papa are looking forward to putting our dancing shoes on.

Scott and Lisa - Love and miss the Gratz family, have the dishes done by Saturday!

Lindsay - Hey Babe! I hope the kids are sleeping for you!

Dean - Church Friends - Please clean up after yourselves because i need a vacation when i get back!

Chris - Going great! Hope you are well, love you girls!

Bud and Chelsea - Miss and love you all

Darren - Mom and dad thanks, the education dollars were well spent...solo taught today and it was amazing!

Mahlon - Hope we are still winning. (red devils)

Win - Love you dear and the family!

Rusty - Sydney dad says hello and he misses you. Thank you for everyone's prayers. Thanks for the cards and notes. It has been such a blessing to be here with this group. See you soon.

Heather and Jeff - Tim, Joe and Tom, who's making dinner for us Sunday night?

Terrific Tuesday

Women in black?

Pam with the the village women after the Hygeine seminar.

Lyndsay painting some shelves for MPCA.

Leigh painting shelves for the pharmacy.

Check out the progress of the Bible school. Three days ago it was all white!

Another great day in Haiti! The education and photo teams hiked up the mountain to Dupin. Back at the compound work continued on the Bible school with several layers of green paint and sealer. Mahlon practiced his driving skills driving back and forth to MPCA. He also worked with Rusty and Win on a gate and shelves. Bob continued his tile project on the 3rd for apartment... looking great! Everyone is healthly just super tired... continue to pray for our strength!