Take it to the berry farm

[photo credit: Kansas Corley]
During our trip, Alex and Ali were writing a list of Southern phrases for Dorly to learn. One of those phrases was "take it to the berry farm." Being a damn yankee, I had never heard it before. The phrase, however, quickly became our call to prayer.

In the picture, I'm talking with Wilbert. He was one of our interpreters; during that conversation he asked me about God's purpose in my life and shared God's purpose in his life. I'm going to share his vision with you and ask you to take Wilbert and his ministry to the berry farm.

He founded a ministry called Tabitha Home. It is named after Tabitha, the woman who served widows (and orphans, I believe). She had died, but Jesus saved her. Wilbert is serving Jesus by serving widows and orphans in Carrefour.

From August 16 to the 27, he will be preparing to train 35 youths in book-binding so they can earn money to help them pay for school. The goal is to give them financial independence, a way to provide for themselves. The actual training for the book-binding will be August 26-27.

He sent me a written outline of the project. I think what he is doing is incredible. I see Jesus working through him, and it is beautiful. I wish I knew what to write to make you feel how I feel about this ministry.

I feel like my experiences in Haiti was a real life demonstration of what I've read in the Bible. The faith of the people is steadfast. I saw God loving the poor. Wilbert's project is designed to support the youth, so they can work toward economic independence.

Please join me in praying for Wilbert, this project, and for the 35 youths. Wilbert would be so touched to know that others are praying for his ministry. Lets take it to the berry farm, y'all!