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| Child Hope International |
February 2013
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Greetings in the name of our awesome Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
We are thrilled by the wonderful and exciting things God is doing here in Haiti.
Lives are being transformed. People are finding hope for the first time. And an air of optimism is rising from the masses.
Knowing that there is a God who loves and cares for you can make all the difference.
We see it daily in the lives of the children we serve. Young people, who were once abandoned, forgotten and abused, are now seeking to overcome hopelessness and take part in transforming a nation. Why? Because they know it is possible. They know they serve the God of the impossible and that with Him all things are possible. He has the power to bring forth change that really makes a difference.
There are many, many organizations here in Haiti trying to initiate positive change but those that seem to be making the more lasting, long-term impact are those who rely not on the power of man but on the power of God. And we don't just say that because that is where we are at. We see the evidence in the older people we meet here who grew up in Christian orphanages and who are now truly making a difference for Haiti
God loves the people of Haiti and wants to see them redeemed. All He wants are willing vessels that are seeking His will and direction.
Please pray with us and for us, that His will be done and His kingdom come here in Haiti. That we be the willing vessels he wants. And that this beautiful country can truly be transformed as our Lord promises in 2 Chronicles 7:14
...if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. Please pray for us and pray for the people of Haiti. Thank you. In Christ in Haiti, The Manasseros |
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Camp-in-a-Box 2013
 Camp-in-a-Box 2013 is coming up August 3 through 10th. and will be held at the Global Outreach facilities in Titanyen, about fifteen miles north of Port-au-Prince.
Once again, we will be rolling out our instant summer camp for the Maison de Lumiere (the Lighthouse) kids for a week of inspired teaching, Bible study, team games, great food and much more fun. The kids at the Lighthouse look forward to this event all year long.
The original idea was to capture a typical Christian summer camp  experience, box-it-up and bring it to share with the children of Haiti.
Utilizing a diverse, multi-church, 30 plus person planning team, that includes counselors, activity directors, worship band members, planners, coordinators and a host of others, the camp team prepares months in advance for this amazing event.
During the camp, a speaker leads the children through the Bible and camp theme in a series of presentations. In addition, the children are divided  into four different colored teams who compete throughout the week in a series of exciting games and competitions. The event is usually wrapped up with a silly "Haiti's Got Talent" talent show on the last night.
This is a very special event that blesses the children of the Lighthouse tremendously. The children look forward to the event every year.
If you are interested in participating, supporting or helping sponsor this event, please contact us at info@childhope.org.
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Save the Date: Third Annual Haiti Celebration Events
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Dream Team Mission Trip June 14-21, 2013
 A special missions trip has been scheduled for June 14-21, 2013 for people who have always wanted to visit Child Hope in Haiti but were not part of a formal church or other missions team group. Individuals, couples, families and other interested people will comprise this special "Dream Team" to experience a week at The Lighthouse, Child Hope's mission in Haiti.
This unique week will be personally hosted by Bill and Susette Manassero who will lead morning and evening devotions and host all activities during the week. Their daughter Ariana Manassero will also have a special time with the team members where she will share the story about "the dream" she had at 8 years of age that ultimately resulted in what Child Hope Haiti has become today.
Other activities during the week will include hands-on work projects, fun activities at the boys and girls homes, assistance with the feeding program, outreaches to the local tent city/ravine communities, a fun full-day beach trip and more.
The cost of the week will be $800, excluding airfare and will include all on-ground expenses such as room and board (three great meals a day), health travel insurance, transportation, and all activities. Space is limited, so to insure your place, register online with a $400 deposit per person. You will also need to complete a brief application online . If you have any questions, please feel free to write us at info@childhope.org.
We expect this to be a memorable trip that participants will long remember.
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Picture of the Month
BFFs - Adnaika, Daphne and Jefflina went on a walk with some of the other other girls and Ariana Manassero. The three girls had their arms around each other for the entire walk. Way too cute!
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Volunteer Positions Available
Volunteers are an important part of the work Child Hope is doing in Haiti. We are always looking for good people who are willing to serve in Haiti or abroad. Here are just a few of the open volunteer positions.
Newsletter Editor/Writer - Do you enjoy writing? Are you good at meeting deadlines? Do you have a heart for Haiti but can't necessarily go? Then, you may be a candidate to regularly write for our monthly newsletter. You would have contact with the people in Haiti who would supply you with rough articles and or story ideas for you to develop and edit for the newsletter.
Guest House Manager(s) - Do you have the gift of hospitality and are detail oriented? We are looking for a person or couple who can make our Lighthouse Guest House guests feel at home and also be able to manage the background details that help make the guest house run smooth and efficiently.
Transition Home Trainers - Do you have a skill that you could share with a young Haitian man or woman that would help them to survive and prosper into adulthood? Welders, furniture makers, silk screeners, computer science professionals, and bakers are some of the volunteers needed to help train the young people in this program. Can you come for 30 days, 6 months, a year or longer? Would you like present the gift of your skills to a young person so that their life could prosper? We welcome you.
Transition Home Secretary/Bookkeeper - Do you have administrative/financial/secretarial skills? We are looking for someone who can help with the administrative organizing and financial reporting of the growing activity at our transition home.
Transition Home Business/Entrepreneur Trainer - Have you every launched a business from scratch? Are you retired and not content with collecting sea shells or playing shuffle board at the local senior center? Why not share your knowledge and skills in business to impact a young person's life in a profound way? As a Entrepreneur Trainer you will help young people to create business plans and help launch their own successful businesses.
If you are interested in more information, please write us at info@childhope.org.
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 2013 Calendars
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| Upcoming Events
Mar 8-15 - Circle Square Ranch Christian Camp Team - Ontario, Canada
Mar 15-22 - Hillcrest Covenant Missions Team - Prairie Village, KS
Mar 23-27 - Revolution Church Missions Team - Annapolis, MD
June 14-21 - DREAM TEAM MISSIONS WEEK - open to everyone
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