February 1, 2022

Hello from Haiti!

A new church is born.

We have recently become acquainted with a pastor in Haiti, and in addition to his own ministry, he has been helping Haiti Cheri. His name is Ixner Severain. Pastor Ixner was born and raised in the capital city of Port-au-Prince and then moved to the northern town of Milot in 2018. He moved to Milot to start a new church which is off to a modest but important beginning. The church is in a remote area outside of the town. Culturally speaking, this is a big move for Pastor Ixner. People typically move from the north part of Haiti to the south, seeking greater economic opportunity. Out of a heart to serve, Pastor Ixner made the opposite move. Recognizing the need in the area, he moved in order to start a new church in a modest, remote place. 
The Haiti Cheri Connection.

In addition to starting the church, Pastor Ixner is pursuing a Master's Degree in Leadership at the Christian University of North Haiti. It just so happens that Haiti Cheri's founder, Pastor Oris Guillaume, is an adjunct professor at the university, and Ixner is in some of his classes.

Because of this connection, a friendship ensued, and Dr. Oris connected Pastor Ixner to the clinic in Cap-Haitien. As we often say, the clinic is interested in the whole person, both physically and spiritually. In that light, Pastor Ixner serves as a chaplain to the clinic. He prays for the sick, and he offers to introduce them to Christ. He is a part of the effort to fulfill the mission to heal both body and soul.

Great things happen when we work together.

Psalm 133 verse 1 states "Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!" [ESV] Here is a case where everyone involved has set aside any territorial concerns or personal agendas, and are working together for the sake of God's Kingdom. We are thrilled to be working together with Pastor Ixner, and we thought you would like to meet him. Please be praying for his church, his studies, and his presence at the clinic. Your generous giving not only helps support Pastor Ixner, it also enables the clinic to fulfill its goals.
Blessings to all,
Dan Merrefield
for the Haiti Cheri Team
For donation information, please click: https://www.haiticheri.org/donate
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