Excuse the cliché, but words are not enough to describe what we saw, what we did, and what needs to get done. Haitians refer to the earthquake as “the event” and I am starting to understand why. Events change us and I feel that deep within, what I saw, smelled, heard, touched, and tasted, has begun a change in me. Every trip—be it for pleasure, work, or mission—has the potential for incredible growth and change.
This is the first of several blog posts about my trip. I will be sharing stories, photos, and videos. As the team’s photographer, I was responsible to document our relief efforts and Haitian life after “the event.” We have all seen the terrible destruction, death, and chaos in the media. I felt that was an incomplete picture. I believed that in the midst of this brokenness and pain, there is joy, beauty, peace, and hope to be found. I am happy to report that was true for us.
I tried my best to capture the full range of emotions while honoring human dignity. Our hope in sharing the story is that you will better connect with the Haitian experience and be part in helping rebuild Haiti.
I am still processing images, but here is a quick preview. I will announce when photos are ready on Flickr and [maybe on] Facebook. On the next post, I will be introducing the wonderful team I served with under the leadership of Jean Pierre Mullery (Beraca Baptist Church: Brooklyn, NYC).
The team on the way to Leogane to setup the clinic.
Flore, one of the nurses
Joe and Ketlyan
Patients waiting for care at the clinic
Mother and daughter at the clinic
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Wow, these pictures are beautiful, and I see you purpose with this trip coming through them. I’m so happy that you can report on the joy and trust in Jesus among the Haitian people. The hope is clear. I’m very proud of you!
Hey sister! Haitians are so hopeful…it was a true blessing for us to see them filled with joy and trusting God in spite of the circumstances.
Wow. Nice photos and story. Looking forward to seeing and reading more about your experience.
Hola Denise! I’ve posted a couple of new posts, thanks for following!
Wow cant wait to see our pictures, i wish it was 2 weeks instead of 1 week, my body is in new york but my soul is in haiti, thanks for making the work and experience beautiful,may god guide your feet and orders you steps through out all your journeys.
Hey Clonie, I feel the same way…one week was not enough. I am looking forward to the next trip. In the meantime, we got tons of work to do! It a blessing to serve with you!
Wow! I am really amazed by your work of art! You have been nothing but a blessing among us. You blended like you were one of us. Long way to go Jorge;
God bless!
Thanks Flore
I love our team!!
Good stuff man. You got a knack.
Thanks buddy, for your prayers and support!
What a real blessing to have been able to be part if this journey to hope. Keep up the good work Jorge. Un abrazo.
Hi Iris, thanks, it is the beginning of a great journey!
Te amo, y me siento muy orgullosa de ver cómo se van abriendo puertas para servir a otros alrededor del mundo…hermosas imágenes que sé no pueden capturar toda la experiencia que tuviste de compatir el amor de Jesús con nuestros vecinos de Haití…que Dios inspire a otros a través de estos relatos fotográficos….Keep it up…!
Mother! This is your first blogpost, you make me so happy. Love you!
Jorge,
You’re doing an excellent work. May God be with you and the team as you leave for Port-Au-Prince the second time . All your photos speak for themselves! Jiwon and I are praying for you.