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Celebrating Easter in Haiti: Hope Rising

 

Easter in Haiti is a season filled with vibrant tradition, deep faith, and joyful celebration. One of the most beloved customs during this time is kite flying—a beautiful expression of creativity, community, and the hope we have in Christ.Across Haiti, from rural villages to busy areas like Port-au-Prince, families gather during Holy Week to fill the skies with handmade kites. Even in crowded neighborhoods, rooftops become launching places for colorful creations soaring overhead.For many Haitian children, these kites are not store-bought—they are carefully crafted from whatever materials are available. Using plastic bags, sticks, scraps of paper, and even natural plant sap as glue, they create something remarkable. This reflects the Haitian spirit of “degagé”—making the most of what you have. The result is not only beautiful, but meaningful.In some communities, Easter weekend also includes kite competitions, where families and neighbors come together to celebrate with prizes for the highest-flying or most creative designs. These gatherings bring joy, laughter, and a sense of unity.But beyond the color and creativity, kite flying carries a deeper meaning. As kites rise into the sky, many Haitian Christians are reminded of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It becomes a powerful symbol of hope, renewal, and the freedom we have in Him.

 

Easter Distribution in Delmas

 

This Easter season, our team had the opportunity to serve families in Delmas at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Through a special Easter distribution, we were able to provide food and care to those in need.Together, we served 40 families at the church and delivered meals to 10 additional families who were unable to attend due to physical disabilities. This distribution combined our March and April efforts into a meaningful Easter blessing for the community.

 

"We are so grateful to share a message from Lophane, who helped lead this effort:“In Haiti, Easter is a very special time for us. That is one of the reasons I chose to distribute the food on Good Friday so families could have a better Easter. We served 40 families at Good Shepherd and brought food to 10 others who could not come because they are handicapped.I can tell you it was such a blessing to see how happy these families were to receive the food packages. May God continue to bless all the members of Mission Haiti, especially our donors and sponsors who never stop supporting us. May God bless you.”

 

We are continually humbled by the joy, faith, and resilience of the Haitian people. Thank you for being a part of this mission!

 

School Library Project

 

Another exciting update is the beginning of a school library project! A generous donor recently provided seed funding to help start a library for the school. We have already purchased several books in French and Haitian Creole to begin building the collection. There are opportunities for others to support this effort by donating funds to purchase additional books or to help cover the cost of shipping them to Haiti, which is currently about $3 per pound.We hope to share photos of the library soon as the project continues to grow!

 

As we celebrate this Easter season, we are reminded that hope is alive, and just like the kites in the sky, it continues to rise.

 

Celebrating Mothers in Haiti This Mother’s Day

 

As Mother’s Day approaches, our ministry partner, Lophane, is preparing a very special celebration for nearly 200 women in Haiti!

 

Many of these mothers face daily challenges and hardships, yet continue to faithfully care for and support their families with incredible strength and perseverance.

 

Lophane recently shared this message:

 

"I am preparing a special program for 200 women for Mother’s Day, and we need more people to join with us to make that day a blessing for those poor mothers. Please share this with friends, and we would love that. Thanks in advance."

 

This event will be a meaningful opportunity to encourage, honor, and bless these women through fellowship, gifts, meals, prayer, and reminders of God’s love for them.

 

We would love for you to join us in supporting this special Mother’s Day celebration. Your prayers, encouragement, and generosity can help make this day a joyful and memorable experience for these mothers and families.

 

Please continue praying for Lophane and the team as they prepare for this event and serve their community so faithfully. Thank you for partnering with us in sharing the love of Christ in Haiti.

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You can give by clicking the link below.

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Thank You for Your Continued Support!

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None of this would be possible without the support of friends like you. Whether it’s helping to celebrate the mothers, providing for families in need, or simply praying for the community, your impact is felt deeply here.

 

We’re excited for what’s to come and we can’t wait to continue this journey with you. Thank you for standing with us as we work toward brighter days for this beautiful community.

 

May God continue to bless you!

- Mission Haiti Team

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