A Story of Connection Beyond Imagination
This year, we approach seven years for House of Moses! As I look back, I would never have imagined seeing the students spiritually grow and nurture into the fine men and women they have become today. The planning/organizing side of me then said “how will we do this? Who will help us? Is this possible?” We want so much for God to lay the ‘plan’ out in front of us, what’s the five year outlook, how about next week or next month? Jesus never promised us that nor does the bible reference it. Jesus simply said “I am the way”. John 14:6
About three years ago, my wife Cyndi was able to join me on one of my trips to Haiti. It was her first mission experience and a wonderful blessing for us as a married couple to go together. It was then we met Ruth, a beautiful young lady who asked for help at the mission because she had severe pain in her arm. Ruth arrived shortly after we landed to be seen by Cyndi who is an RN. Ruth was scared, as many Haitians see tragedy and sickness to have sad endings. Cyndi reassured her that it was likely minor but that surgery would be needed to help her.
We continued to spend time with Ruth, getting to know her since she was a student at Sonlight across the street. We felt drawn to her family and really began to understand the Haitian family unit if you will. Ruth lived with her parents and two brothers in the area. She was precious and humble in every way, quiet in her presence yet projecting a love that was contagious. She loved Jesus very much and began attending bible studies at HOM.
School is not free in Haiti and we felt led to support Ruth through her high school years, relieving some pressure from her family. I made a couple of visits back over the next couple of years and we maintained contact through Facebook and handwritten letters Ruth would send back with me or the Barnes. It was always a treasure to read her letters and it blew me away how good her English was both written and verbally.
In May of 2017, we saw Ruth graduate High School in Haiti! She finished 4th in her class with so much potential and a desire to be a nurse. Her best chance for that was in the States, but how? Where is the plan? Could it work? Here I go again…
Through generous giving and support of many along with her incredible host home sponsor, Ruth is thriving in California beginning her second semester of college in Bakersfield, California. She finished her first semester with nearly a 4.0 GPA. We brought Ruth to visit us for a week just before Christmas here in Texas. I can’t express enough how precious this time was for us, her presence was so warming and redeeming for us from some experiences in our past. She fondly refers to us as Mom & Dad and we call her our daughter. Words can’t express how surreal it was after multiple visits with her in Haiti, being in her home, having dinner with her family and then to have her in OUR home after all these years. I watched Cyndi and Ruth in awe, they had the best time doing mother/daughter things. They have such a special bond together now.
The board of directors and I firmly appreciate each of you whom receive our letters. House of Moses exists because of faithfulness and obedience through Jesus…there is no other way and you are a part of that too. Our work is not done, and we appreciate your continued support for these students but also, John & Christi Barnes. They are followers for Christ and walk diligently day by day to fulfill His will with a smile and joy in their hearts. Please know that you make a difference.
Blessings to you and your families this New Year.
In Him,
Steve Green
President, House of Moses
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What's going on with the HoM Family!
Friends and Family...
Our hearts are overjoyed with the work God is doing through the students at the House of Moses and how He has used each one of you as a major part of this ministry. After almost five years we are beginning to see more and more light at the end of the tunnel as students are nearing the completion of what God is calling them to. Here is a brief update on a few of the HoM students:
Jocelyn Jumeau
Jocelyn is completing the Business certificate program. He will have more time on his Student Visa afterwards, if God opens the doors for some biblical training courses or seminary education as this is what he ultimately feels called to a pastoral ministry.
Projected Graduation Date: Spring 2018
Miselene Lucas
She was not able to pass the accuplacer tests or TOEFL testing required to be accepted into the nursing or LVN programs. Although this was very difficult for her she is bright and doing well as a successful student. She has changed her program to the Business Certification.
Helping others and nursing has been her passion so we encouraged her not to give up just yet. She is going to take the TEAS test in July hoping to pass it in order to complete the nursing associates degree.
If she passes the exam; she will complete the few courses in order to have her nursing associates AND her business certificate
Projected Graduation Date: Spring 2018
Djimmy (James) Joseph-
After seeing the struggle Miselene was having in the medical field regarding standardized testing, he has changed his degree plan to Accounting. He did very well in all of his courses. We love his program and process! He has an option to begin filling out paperwork for a Work-Visa study program in his field. This is only available in his graduating semester to find a potential internship or employment. This is a 12 month program and in that time of working, he can save up money to prepare to return to Haiti as well as look for a job in Haiti with his degree. He can returned prepared and equipped!
*Graduating Summer 2018
Thank you for your continued love and support as we are seeing God do HIS will with each of the HoM students.
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Saturday, January 21, 2017
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