Lost in all the aftermath of Haiti’s devastating earthquake two years ago is the fact that this beautiful country has been under siege from natural disaster and health epidemics for years.
When I served in Haiti in the late 1990s, it was a difficult place. The challenges of daily living are extraordinary and pull even the […]
This is a question I’m often asked by well-meaning short-term visitors. I could give the cursory answer: I’m a wife and mom, a hostess to many, financial assistant to MAF-Haiti, a graphics designer, youth leader, worship leader… the list could go on. But, I truly don’t see these as the definition of my ministry here […]
While David was doing his Technical Evaluation for MAF, I was asked to help out at headquarters. As I was nervous for David and our possible future with MAF, I was more than happy to help with the task of transcribing some taped interviews.
Putting on the headphones, I couldn’t believe my ears. The beginnings of […]
When I reflect on 2011 and the kind of work MAF did over the past year, it’s truly amazing. Looking at the amount of things accomplished as a direct result of MAF’s involvement, it’s quite satisfying to see how both the demonstration and proclamation of the Gospel occurred.
The demonstration—the “hands and feet” of Jesus—is happening […]
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1
All missionaries have to face seasons of letting go, and our family is certainly no exception; my husband, two sons and I have let go of a lot as we have been preparing ourselves […]
On our first day visiting missionaries working in the interior of Haiti, one thing was readily apparent to me: the most effective mission work today is being done by missionaries who have changed the way they have always done things. Instead of creating a crutch for impoverished nationals, they empower nationals to create solutions for […]