The following is a summary of the events which are transpiring in Haiti.  Over the last few years, there have been requests of the Christadelphians to offer their perspective on Bible Prophecy.  Hindered by the gang violence in the country a Seminar was finally able to be planned through the use of online technology with a Zoom presentation. This idea originated and was orchestrated by Brother Esmath Sainval in Haiti, along with others, to present a “Bible Conference” day organized in Les Cayes, Haiti on the 25th of January.

Locally, a team was selected to organize the event, who were given good instructions by brother Esmath: A) the registration, B) the documentation and printed materials, C) the way people were welcomed, and D) the arrangement for food, of which there was plenty with everyone being satisfied.

Despite the many challenges for those in Haiti, and support from CBMC and others, a Starlink internet connection was set up with a Zoom video presentation. This was a new technology for those involved and having only been tested the day before there were some challenges.  The language in Haiti is Creole therefore interpreters were needed.

Bro. David Jennings had presented a few years ago and again was invited to speak on the Theme: “The Great Plan of God for Mankind Based on the Prophecy of the End Time”.  The conference was scheduled to begin at 8 am with three classes, questions and lunch until it ended at 2 PM.  When I joined the live feed 45 minutes early I was treated to singing and clapping, praising the Lord and scripture reading until the classes were ready to begin. I was inspired by their obvious joy and praise to the Lord.

There were three classes:

• Class 1 – The Vision of The Metallic Image of Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon: Chapter 2 of The Book of Daniel.
• Class 2 – Jesus Is The Seed That Will Conquer Sin And Crush The Serpent, The Promises Made to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob Implies God’s Plan To Bless All Nations.
• Class 3 – The Stage Is Being Set For The Final Overthrow of Israel; When That Happens The Return of Christ Is Near

All brother David’s slides were in Creole, so the message was well presented.  The comments were positive about the speaker and the event. They were impressed with the Biblical knowledge of the speaker. “He knew what he was saying and he was methodical in his explanations”. Everyone present was “happy, blessed and satisfied with the first Bible conference in the area”. There are already requests to establish a regular series of presentations to the same group possibly once a month if we can find speakers willing to join the project.

Looking ahead, another seminar is being prepared, with a focus on First Principle talks, which have generated significant interest. The plan is to use the purchased technology for regular monthly Bible Classes and to equip additional venues with generators and Starlink for regular participation. This initiative aims to expand the reach and impact of Christadelphian teachings in Haiti, fostering continued growth and engagement in the region.

Recently, we found in addition to the gangs and violence it is a very sad situation in Haiti at the moment with food insecurity growing daily. There are many who come to the school there in search of food and help. In recent days we have had requests for funds to help with this severe and ongoing food crisis, particularly in the Carrefour region where most of our members reside.  There are challenges with getting funds into the country as gang leaders will wait outside banks and financial institutions where money transfers are sent in order to steal the funds.

A local brother has been coordinating support for families with food when it is available for distribution. The CBMC has committed to helping provide some relief for this emergency and are taking every precaution to ensure the funds get to the brothers and sisters first and to those in dire need as they are able. We ask the brotherhood for their prayers to our Heavenly Father who has blessed us with all we need and trust he will also provide for those who are struggling in this area.