First day in Haiti

Despite traveling a lot in the last 12 hours, we are thankful that we made connections and had a safe journey.  It was so encouraging to see the improvements to the airport and, most importantly, our orphanage in Desire.  Since I was last here 15 months ago, homes for the boys and girls have been built, new offices, security fence and gates, kitchen and other improvements.  It is amazing to see the transformation of this place by God's hand.

While the improvements are big encouragers, the best part of today was watching our team members new to Haiti  and listening to how excited they are to be in the place and with these kids.  When we pulled in to the orphanage, kids were clambering over each other to cling to our team. It was great to see the familiar faces and how much they have grown.  Our team did really well with just loving on and hanging with the kids.  Watching our young team

members engage with the kids was a real encouragement too.  In all, it was a great day and we are all going to rest well tonight.