This morning, Jackson developed a bad headache, along with high blood pressure. This is the second time in a couple of months that this has happened. Jackson is receiving the best of care. Jesse Ostrander, who is responsible for Jackson’s care in the D.R., has specialists there who look after[…]
When we think about “trusting people,” especially in our own government, it’s hard to do. The Bible says, “Put not your trust in princes, not in the son of man, in whom there is no help.” – Psalm 146:3 But then, the Bible also says, “Happy is he that hath[…]
Nelson… His real name is Wisnelson, but we shortened it to Nelson. This was a sad story of how families in Haiti who are involved in voodoo can do strange things to helpless children. His voodoo mother had brought him outside her hut, grabbing him by one arm and dumping[…]
We are excited to announce that an anonymous donor has just issued a dollar-for-dollar “Matching Gift” from today through the end of May up to $25,000. The donor wants to highlight the work of Love A Child by attracting “new” donors and asking current donors to increase their giving. The[…]
Strange things have been happening lately. Three days ago, I saw on the internet two different obituaries saying Sherry and I had died. They even had our pictures. (I hope this isn’t a soon sign to come.) Ha! I called the office, and they even said people had been calling[…]
Those living in Boulay, Haiti have a dangerous life living in a volatile riverbed. When storms come, flash floods wreak havoc on their lives, they must pick up whatever they can and flee at the first sound of rushing water. Over the summer, a particularly violent flash flood tore through[…]
“Ride Out the Storm!” I don’t like riding in small airplanes or small boats. I have been in both and have had bad experiences, but God brought me through!! Years ago, Bobby decided to get his “airplane license” so that he could go to Haiti and other islands to preach[…]
You can see the difference in Jackson, since the first day that we brought him back to our orphanage. He was brought to us by a relative. His stomach was the largest I had ever seen on a child. It was not easy to pick him up! He was so[…]
This is a Creole Proverb handed down from generation to generation!!! Everyone here in Haiti wants to go to the United States. Of course, many are coming in illegally but to those who value going to the States legally, the Haitians say, “Your face is your Passport!” Think about what[…]
Here is Pastor Mark Ostrander with part of his dream team (construction team). Pastor Mark is here building our future mechanic shop to repair our vehicles and teach future mechanics. He is also preparing this week for future team housing for volunteer mission teams. Soon, things will be better in[…]
