pkwwjd Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Our family moved to Haiti in September to serve as missionaries for the next three (at least) years. We've had a good adjustment as we learn Kreyol and invest in the people. However, today we head to a small community in the central passion for a two week immersion experience to speed up the process of language and culture acquisition. We will have latrines, outdoor showers, no electricity and no personal vehicle. We'd appreciate your prayers as this is a tough prospect. It's like primitive camping in a sauna. I'll check this thread when we get back and, if there's interest, I post some of the pictures. Go Bills and Sabres!
plenzmd1 Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Positive thoughts for you and your family. Godspeed.
4merper4mer Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Our family moved to Haiti in September to serve as missionaries for the next three (at least) years. We've had a good adjustment as we learn Kreyol and invest in the people. However, today we head to a small community in the central passion for a two week immersion experience to speed up the process of language and culture acquisition. We will have latrines, outdoor showers, no electricity and no personal vehicle. We'd appreciate your prayers as this is a tough prospect. It's like primitive camping in a sauna. I'll check this thread when we get back and, if there's interest, I post some of the pictures. Go Bills and Sabres! I wish you all the best.
IDBillzFan Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 (edited) We will absolutely pray for your service. Unfortunately, Haiti is a prime example of corruption. Tragedy strikes, the world empties its pockets to help, and the people of Haiti see absolutely none of the money. The stories I hear from other missionaries there are just heartbreaking. Tent cities everywhere. Empty buildings meant to house everyone, but with no electrical or plumbing built in...just shells that are so poorly built people prefer the tents. Edited October 5, 2015 by LABillzFan
Gugny Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Best of luck to you and yours. Looking forward to hearing about it and seeing pictures.
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Will pray for you guys!! What a great thing!
outsidethebox Posted October 5, 2015 Posted October 5, 2015 Best of luck. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Chef Jim Posted October 6, 2015 Posted October 6, 2015 Part of me wants to ask "are you insane?" The other part wishes you good luck.
BuffaloBill Posted October 6, 2015 Posted October 6, 2015 Good luck and prayers go out for you and your family.
Nanker Posted October 6, 2015 Posted October 6, 2015 Good luck man. Be safe while you're doing God's work.
pkwwjd Posted October 19, 2015 Author Posted October 19, 2015 Things were tougher than expected which led to our early retrieval. It took some time to come to grips with it, but here are some thoughts http://www.selden.me/2015/10/10/immersion/
plenzmd1 Posted October 19, 2015 Posted October 19, 2015 Thank you for posting. Are you in Port aubPrimce now? When I know you did not accomplish all the you hoped too, you must be very proud of you and your family's effort. The heat must just be like something I have never experienced. Would be great if you could post or PM a link where we could donate or help your efforts in some way.
Dr. Fong Posted October 19, 2015 Posted October 19, 2015 I actually did something very similar many years ago while helping to build an orphanage. Make sure you use your mosquito netting. I wouldn't say it was a fun time down there, but it was sure rewarding.
pkwwjd Posted October 20, 2015 Author Posted October 20, 2015 This is a great place to be. We are full time in Port au Prince and will be working primarily as a link between Haitian churches and North American teams add they seek to serve and partner here. As long as I'm not breaking forum rules ... Here is where you can go for more about our organization and to support us. http://bit.ly/seldensgp http://bit.ly/seldenshaiti If you are interested in our weekly and monthly prayer updates, you can subscribe at http://bit.ly/seldensprayer We are also on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/seldenshaiti
mead107 Posted October 21, 2015 Posted October 21, 2015 Thanks for sharing. I could never understand why people do what you do but I do admire you for doing what you do. good luck with all the hard work that you are doing.
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