MISSION TRIP!! :)

Well... here is the info. many of you have been waiting for.  Sorry it has taken us so long to put it all together, but it is VERY exciting stuff and we can not wait to hear what you think! 

I think one of the most common questions we hear (both Michael and I) is "Can I go and see Chaveneau?".  The second most common would have to be very similar.  As we are corresponding with people who have been to Haiti and want their church or someone they know to partner with Hearts United they will often remark, "Besides the literature/DVD you can send me, is there a way for my church/group to come and experience the school in Chaveneau before we commit to regular support?"  Both of these questions are certainly VERY GOOD ones!  I have experienced the same reservations/caution from my own church here in Pennsylvania.  They have seen my photos, heard my stories about the place, but until they see it for themselves, they are a little concerned about sending money to support the project.  I can not blame them! People often say, "Why not give to an established organization/group?"  The other thing is that there are legitimately people (like myself) who do not have the financial means to support the project regularly, but would love to serve there and are interested in seeing it before bringing their family/friends since it is so remote. 

So... after praying about this and seeking what God would have us do, we think He has revealed the perfect solution.  Here it is:  In March we will be offering the first mission trip through Hearts United with Haiti.  The details of this trip are listed below but here is the vision God has given us for this trip.  It will be a trip to Carrefour- a suburb of Port au Prince where we will stay at the home of Pastor Jean Duval and within walking distance of Pastor Cornet.  Participants will get to meet these men and spend time with them. They will be able to hear first-hand about Pastor Duval's vision for Chaveneau.  One day (if all goes according to plan- this IS Haiti so you never know) we will all drive to Chaveneau where participants will be able to see the school, the countryside around the school, experience the drive, meet the teachers, etc...  They will be encouraged to take photographs, video footage and to interact with those in the community of Chaveneau with the prayer that they will take these experiences back with them to their respective churches/groups in the USA and spread the word about the project.  The rest of the ministry will most likely be in and around Carrefour- depending on where God leads the group and the gifting/desires of those on the trip.

This trip will be limited in number attending so it is extremely important that you register as soon as possible if you are interested in participating.  We would suggest one or two representatives if you are coming from a church and individuals interested are certainly welcome!  We are also opening this trip up to people interested in only ministering in Carrefour and not taking the day trip to Chaveneau so you will be ministering with them during the week.  Details are below as is information on registration.  Looking forward to hearing from you! 


When?  March 27 to April 3, 2010
                 (you are asked to arrive in the early afternoon 3/27 and depart early morning 4/3)

Cost?    $350 per person- Carrefour and Chaveneau
                       (includes food, lodging, transportation to/from the airport, translators, etc..)
        - DOES NOT include your air fare to and from Port au Prince, suggested shots/medications or travel insurance

Who?    This trip is limited to the first 20 registered/paid participants

How do I register?  send an e-mail expressing interest to heartsunitedwithhaiti@gmail.com  and we will contact you with the forms needed to register for this trip.  Registration deadline is March 1, 2011 so time is of the essence.

Can not wait to hear from YOU!