Friends,
For years we have had a close relationship with Église de Dieu en Christ de la Nouvelle Alliance de Tabarre because this is the church where our Assistant Ground Director, Vorb Charles, has served faithfully for many years. It was out of this church that Vorb felt called to go to seminary, and now Vorb is preparing for his 3rd year at STEP.
During the intense community crisis of the spring, the government of Haiti, in an attempt to secure the airport again, tore down many houses and other buildings on the north wall of the airport. Vorb’s church unexpectedly was torn down on a Wednesday in April. This was a devastating event for everyone who knew the church and had found shelter there through the years.
The church building that was lost
But the people of Église de Dieu en Christ de la Nouvelle Alliance de Tabarre are resilient, and on Sunday - just 4 days after losing their building and their property, the faithful gathered in a large home where they continue to meet by utilizing the large yard. The church is currently looking for a new place to buy and call home.
Where the church is meeting today
Despite the challenges, Église de Dieu en Christ de la Nouvelle Alliance de Tabarre wants to host a neighborhood VBS this year, and they are anticipating close to 100 children will be in attendance. They estimate that it will cost roughly $1500 to host VBS for the week ($15 per child).
Would you like to be a part of this worthwhile project? Time is short. VBS is next week. The church has been able to raise $250. Would you like to help them bridge the gap?
Last year’s VBS