Comments on: Help Haiti

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:15:09 +0000

Dear Friends of the Mission of Hope,
As many of you heard while Brad was in the Dominican Republic waiting on his flight to Haiti earlier this week he was able to meet and have a conversation with Geraldo Riveria. He also prayed with him and shared his heart for the people of Haiti. Geraldo and the Fox team has had a reporter with Brad following him in Haiti today. They tell us it should air on the Fox News Channel either at 5:00 p.m. tonight or on the Geraldo at Large program this evening at 9:00 p.m.
We also have word that Brad will be on the NBC national news Tomorrow evening but are unclear on what time that is to air.
Thanks for your continued prayers for the people of Haiti!

By: vanessa johnson

vanessa johnson — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 06:01:04 +0000

Thank you for your prayers and caring so much for Haiti!

We are rejoicing in the fact that our North American Staff and all the children in Hope House Orphanage are safe. However, Mission of Hope has around 150 Haitian staff and the earthquake hit in a location where many of them live. Please pray as we have not yet heard from them all.

What has happened is unfathomable! Incomprehensible and the people that we love and have tried to help for years have to start over. We have always prayed for New Life and a New Haiti in Jesus name but never thought it would happen in this way. These people need HOPE now more than ever. We will do whatever it takes to show them that with every touch and every meal and every sip of water. It is our desire that each person will know it is by the Grace of God that we can offer them what they need. They won’t leave our land without knowing who Jesus is and that they have walked on Protected, Blessed and Holy ground when they entered Mission of Hope; the only place that we’ve seen in miles that is 100% still intact. Thank you Jesus!

Even in the face of turmoil God will be glorified!

We know that you will continue to pray. Our entire staff and their families are so encouraged by your love and support. Thank you so much!

Sincerely,

Brad and Vanessa Johnson

Mission of Hope, Haiti

By: Jen Arnold

Jen Arnold — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:49:46 +0000

Good info, Rene. Didn’t know it would take that long. I’ve just read several places that texting technology has been a great way for text-happy teens and twenty-somethings to give quickly and easily – and an amount that is manageable at those young ages.

By: Rene Cash

Rene Cash — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 22:59:54 +0000

In response to Jen’s comment, I heard on the news this morning that any donation you make that goes on your phone bill takes approximately 90 days to get to the organization. The monies you designate don’t get released until you have actually paid the phone bill in which those charges appear.

By: Jen Arnold

Jen Arnold — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 18:28:42 +0000

This is so comforting knowing we have a place to give and we can be assured the $ will go directly to the ones who need it most. I typically give to the Salvation Army during times like these. I like knowing it’s a Christian organization that has the will of God in mind when donating, helping, doing outreach, etc. To give a quick $10, just text ‘Haiti’ to 52000. It’ll charge your phone bill. Simple as that!

By: Mike Smith

Mike Smith — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:43:01 +0000

From Brad’s wife, Vanessa, this morning…
Brad got in around 3:30 there and hit the ground running. He has been in planning meetings for hours. He did a few skyp and phone interviews. One that I have heard is on stjoechannel.com The interview that Bob and I had is on there too as “feeling the shock miles away” I think Brad’s pops right up as breaking news.

I am headed to the city to be with the staff and volunteers there today but will have my computer and keep you posted.

Love you guys. Thanks for your prayers.

By: Mike Smith

Mike Smith — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:47:59 +0000

Thought you might be interested to know…Brad was not in Haiti when the earthquake struck, but he is being dropped in by helicopter today… Also, if you have personal connections with other agencies and/or ministries that you would like to highlight for people to consider supporting, just add some contact information here…