 LCC ministry partner Lophane Laurent, the field director for Mission Haiti, shared Christmas greetings with supporters as the first half of the schoolyear concluded this month.
“We give thanks to God for His blessings. It is not our power but it is God’s protection,” Laurent emailed to Rev. Chris Singer, LCC President/CEO. On his most recent trip to Mission Haiti schools, Laurent read Luke’s Gospel account of the Christmas story to the students and shared why baby Jesus came to Earth for all of us. “There is no word to explain our happiness and to say thanks to all of you for your love and blessing when you support a child to go to school and have a chance to receive a hot meal every school day,” he wrote. “May God continue to bless you all. Merry Christmas!” Lutheran Church Charities and its donors are supporting 70 children through the Haiti Tuition & Food Support Fund, which covers schooling, supplies, and nutritious meals. Students also received a special Christmas food pack. For these children, school is not just a place of learning, but it’s a lifeline, Laurent said. Haiti is the poorest country in the Westen Hemisphere, and children there face unimaginable challenges — hunger, gang violence, life on the streets. Many live in homes without electricity, clean water, or secure shelter. Only 57% of children are enrolled in primary school and less than 30% make it to sixth grade. “When you support a child’s education in Haiti, it changes their life,” Laurent said. “The parents and children are deeply grateful for your generosity to get to go to school again this year.  A new school year is well under way in Haiti, and Lutheran Church Charities and its donors are supporting 70 children through the Haiti Tuition & Food Support Fund, which covers schooling, supplies, and nutritious meals. For these children, school is not just a place of learning, but it’s a lifeline, said Lophane Laurent, field director for Mission: Haiti. Haiti is the poorest country in the Westen Hemisphere, and children there face unimaginable challenges — hunger, gang violence, life on the streets. Many live in homes without electricity, clean water, or secure shelter. Only 57% of children are enrolled in primary school and less than 30% make it sixth grade. “When you support a child’s education in Haiti, it’s more than just a blessing — it’s life-changing,” Laurent said. “The parents and children are deeply grateful for your generosity to get to go to school again this year.” This week, Laurent sent fresh photos of the students in the scholarship program that LCC supports. With wide smiles and joyful faces, students held their new backpacks high in the air. In other images, they showed their grammar textbooks in their classroom while wearing their school uniforms. Since 2012, LCC has stood alongside the children of Haiti, offering not just education, but hope, dignity, and a future. In Haiti, education is not free — not in public schools or private schools. Every classroom seat comes at a cost that most families cannot afford. Yet, without education, these children face a life marked by poverty, danger, and despair. Christian schools provide a lifeline. Through they too must charge tuition to cover basic needs, they offer a more affordable, faith-filled alternative that opens doors to learning, safety, and the love of Christ. “I was almost crying to hear from the students because I know what it means going to school in Haiti,” Laurent shared. “There are a lot of kids who are in gangs now because their parents can’t afford to send them to school. They stay on the streets, and the gangs hire them. So I want to thank all the members of LCC and the donors for their support.” LCC’s Haiti Tuition & Food Support Fund is seeking to raise $41,000 this year to provide tuition to attend Lutheran schools, nutritious daily meals, medical supplies, school materials, and Christmas food packages for the students and their families. “These children are facing extreme poverty, gang threats, physical hunger, and spiritual darkness,” LCC President and CEO Rev. Chris Singer said. “Your gift will bring not just education, but hope in Christ.” Your help can go a long way:
“To be honest with you, if LCC stopped its support, all of those 70 students would be on the streets and invited to work for the gangs,” Laurent said. “But with LCC, our kids are at school and busy doing their homework. On Sunday, they go to church.”  Haiti Tuition & Food Support campaign, is an extension of LCC’s foundational mission to bring HOPE TO THE HURTING and sharing the mercy, compassion, presence, and proclamation of Jesus to those in need.
This campaign will unfold in phases from through Spring 2026, and your support will be felt every step of the way. Through stories, updates, and photos, you’ll see how your generosity is changing lives—one child at a time. Be a light. Give hope. Support the future of the children in Haiti. Join us in extending the mercy, compassion, presence, and proclamation of Jesus Christ to these precious children. Their tomorrow depends on what we choose to do today.  “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for Me.” (Matthew 25:40)
 As a new school year begins, Lutheran Church Charities’ ministry partners in Haiti are facing an urgent financial need to help children return to school. Seventy children are holding onto a fragile hope—hope for a chance to return to the classroom, to receive a nourishing meal, to hear the Good News of Jesus, and to escape the darkness that surrounds them. For these children, school is not simply a place of learning—it is a lifeline. In Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, children face unimaginable challenges. Hunger, gang violence, and the constant threat of life on the streets are daily realities. Many live in homes without electricity, clean water, or secure shelter. In a country where only 57% of children even enroll in primary school and less than 30% make it to sixth grade, the odds are stacked against them. Yet, these children show up--eager, smiling, polite, and filled with faith. They are not asking for much. They’re simply hoping for the chance to learn, to be safe, to be loved—and to know that someone, somewhere, believes in their future. You can be that someone. Lutheran Church Charities, through its Haiti Tuition & Food Support Fund, is committed to helping these 70 children return to school this fall. But we cannot do it alone. Rev. Chris Singer, LCC President/CEO, has launched a $41,000 campaign to provide:
Here’s how you can help today:
 As our Field Director in Haiti, Lophane Laurent, says: “When you support a child’s education in Haiti, it’s more than just a blessing—it’s life-changing. The parents and the children are deeply grateful for your generosity.”— Lophane Laurent, Field Director, Mission: Haiti Haiti Tuition & Food Support campaign, is an extension of LCC’s foundational mission to bring HOPE TO THE HURTING and sharing the mercy, compassion, presence, and proclamation of Jesus to those in need. This campaign will unfold in phases from August 2025 through Spring 2026, and your support will be felt every step of the way. Through stories, updates, and photos, you’ll see how your generosity is changing lives—one child at a time. Be a light. Give hope. Support the future of the children in Haiti. Join us in extending the mercy, compassion, presence, and proclamation of Jesus Christ to these precious children. Their tomorrow depends on what we choose to do today.
We received the following update from Lophane Laurent, Field Director at Mission Haiti:
 "We will run out of funding for our feeding program this month!" Dr. Nancy Swisher, Vice President, Mission Haiti Board of Directors  The crisis in Haiti, one of the poorest countries in the world, has reached a heartbreaking level, with millions facing starvation and dire circumstances exacerbated by rampant gang violence. As highlighted in a recent report by the World Food Program (WFP), 5.4 million individuals are struggling daily to secure food for themselves and their families. This figure represents one of the highest proportions of people experiencing acute food insecurity globally! At LCC, we are unwavering in our commitment to provide life-saving assistance to those in need in Haiti during these tumultuous times. Thanks to your steadfast support, LCC has made significant donations of food to Mission Haiti, directly impacting the lives of those in desperate need. Your generosity has provided nourishment and hope to countless families, demonstrating the profound difference that community support can make. The need for food is dire! Dr. Nancy Swisher, Vice President, Mission Haiti Board of Directors, and Lophane Laurent, Field Director, provide a recent update painting a heart-wrenching picture of the struggles faced by families who are not only grappling with hunger but also the emotional toll of despair and uncertainty.  The situation in Haiti remains perilous. Mission Haiti has continued our food distribution in the Port-au-Prince area through local churches. This area is most affected by the ongoing gang activity. We use a small team and a discreet process so as not to attract the attention of the gangs. God's comfort and words of prayer are given to all who attend - a ray of hope in the darkness. Our current funds for food distribution will run out in October. We are hoping and praying for more financial support from Lutheran Church Charities so we can continue this vital work. Any support LCC could provide would allow us to feed the hungry and share God’s word of hope. Thank you for your consideration. May God's message of hope and comfort continue to shine through you and the work of Lutheran Church Charities. Dr. Nancy Swisher Mission Haiti  It is hard for me every single day to give an update about the situation in Haiti. On October 3, a Haiti gang massacre left 70 dead in the rural town of Pont-Sondé in the Artibonite region setting many houses on fire, forcing over 6,000 to flee. My heart is broken because I can’t go there to help my brothers and sisters who are in bad situation and they really are in need. Please continue praying for Haiti! May God bless your families and your ministries. Serving Jesus Christ with joy! Lophane Laurent Mission Haiti
 “Preaching His gospel and serving His people in Jacmel, Haiti.” – Rev. Marky Kessa, First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Jacmel, Haiti The enduring partnership between Lutheran Church Charities and Ministry In Mission and Rev. Marky Kessa, First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Jacmel, Haiti, has fostered significant change in the lives of countless children and families in Haiti. Through your past generosity, we have been able to bring uplifting Vacation Bible School experiences to hundreds of children, ensuring they not only receive spiritual nourishment but also vital meals during challenging times. Your contributions have been instrumental in providing emergency food assistance during periods of civil unrest, making a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.  Now, Rev. Marky and his wife Sydney (pictured), who have dedicated their lives to serving others, find themselves in need. Sydney is currently battling a serious health issue, and it is imperative that we come together as a compassionate community to provide the immediate assistance they require.
Please read a plea for support from Jaclyn Rychel, Founder and President, Ministry In Mission: Dear Haiti Missionaries and Supporters: Our faithful partner Sydney Kessa (Pastor Marky’s wife) is in need of our immediate support. Sydney has been the anchor holding our projects together for over 15 years. Without her, Ministry in Mission could not function in Jacmel, Haiti. She is now in need of our support through prayer and funds to provide medical care. Recently, Sydney received a diagnosis from a physician in the United States that she has a mass in each breast. Following the advice of her oncologist, she is scheduled to undergo biopsies to determine further medical procedure. Unfortunately, with no health insurance in the U.S. and the lack of medical professionals in Haiti capable of performing this specific surgery, Sydney has decided to travel to Mexico City, where her sister is a physician and can assist her in navigating this critical journey. The estimated cost for her round-trip airfare and the necessary biopsy surgery is $7,000. To put this in perspective, had she pursued treatment in the U.S., the expenses would have soared to approximately $11,000. Many of you, our devoted Haiti supporters, have kindly offered to help in times of need. Now is the time to rally together and extend that support to Sydney. Please pray for the best outcome. Thank you very much, Jaclyn Rychel Founder and President, Ministry In Mission Let us come together as a community to uplift Pastor Marky and his wife Sydney during this challenging time. Your contributions, no matter how small, can make a significant difference in her life and her ability to receive the care she urgently needs. Additionally, your prayers will provide her with the strength and comfort necessary to face this journey. Together, we can embody the spirit of compassion that defines our mission at LCC. Thank you for being part of this vital effort! Thank you for joining LCC in supporting our mission to aid the vulnerable in Haiti during these challenging times. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, can make a difference and help alleviate the suffering of those affected. Together, we can make a meaningful impact and help save lives in Haiti.
On Saturday, September 14, Habitat Care Center held a mobile health clinic, where we served more than 200 people. They came to consult for different diseases and we had several specialists serving the people: An eye doctor, gynecologist, internist, orthopedic, and pediatrician. We started the day at 6 a.m. and people were already lined up to meet us. We finished around 5 p.m. People were really happy because the area needed these different services. Many people are suffering in the community. There is indeed a large hospital in the Nan community, but access to it is not easy because people cannot afford to pay for the services. Thanks to the Habitat Care Center, the service came to the people, and the people felt restored like dry land that was waiting for rain. When it comes to buying medicine, many just can't afford it. People are asking Habitat to find sponsors to subsidize their medicine so they can pay at a lower price. Meschac St Amour President Habitat For Children Ministries, Inc.
Thank you for joining Lutheran Church Charities in supporting our mission to aid vulnerable people in Haiti during these challenging times. LCC has partnered with Grace Lutheran Church in Port St. Lucie, Florida, and its Pastor, Cris Escher, to support the work of Habitat for Children Ministries. Rev. Escher currently serves as the Vice President of Habitat for Children Ministries, and the congregation at Grace Lutheran strongly supports this ministry’s efforts in Haiti.  On June 24, Habitat for Children Ministries will open a much-anticipated pediatric medical clinic in Haiti in the La Jeune area to serve pregnant women and children. We invite you to read the letter from Meschac St Amour, President and Founder of Habitat for Children Ministries, for more details on how you can contribute to this important cause. Let's come together to make a difference in the lives of those in need in Haiti. CLICK HERE to read the letter from President St Amour.  Please join us in our efforts to provide essential funding for the clinic dedicated to providing medical care and essential healthcare services to pregnant mothers and their children.
The current situation of violence and unrest in Haiti has resulted in a critical need for medical care, and together, we can make a difference and bring hope and material support to those in need. Every dollar counts and can make a huge difference in the lives of those impacted by this crisis. Thank you for your generosity and compassion. The situation in Haiti is critical, with millions of people starving and in desperate need of assistance. Thank you for joining LCC in supporting our mission to aid the vulnerable in Haiti during these challenging times. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, can make a difference and help alleviate the suffering of those affected. Together, we can make a meaningful impact and help save lives in Haiti. Because of your unwavering support, LCC has been able to make substantial donations for food and medicine to Mission Haiti and Habitat For Children Ministries. We received the following updates from Lophane Laurent, Mission Haiti and Meschac St Amour, President, Habitat For Children Ministries:  It is a pleasure for me to write you this note on behalf of the people in Haiti to explain what this food package represents for us now. I want to thank God for his mercy and love, and I want to thank all of the members of LCC, especially the donors and sponsors who never stop supporting LCC with their prayers and money. You can imagine how hard it is right now to feed your family, where the food is very expensive and not easy to find because of gang violence. Before, when the inflation was 15%, I used to buy a bag of rice for about $15, and now, with the inflation of 60%, it costs $45 to $50, and you can’t find it everywhere. In our food package, we give rice, spaghetti, cream corn, sugar, and oil vegetables, and each family receives one and has food for about four or one week, depending on how many people there are in the family. Please continue praying for Haiti because almost 6 million people are starving or are homeless because they don’t have a job, and 80% of businesses are closed or destroyed by the gangs. Most of the owners left Haiti, so this is a part of the situation in Haiti now. But Mission Haiti never stopped its job in Haiti and kept going on all our projects even though it was difficult for us. My friends, now you can understand why I say this donation is more than a blessing for my people. Our airport is closed because of gang violence and all the shipping also, and we export almost 90% of the products we use in Haiti. In the name of the parents and the kids in our scholarship program, especially in my name, I say thanks so much, and May God bless your families and your ministries. Christ is Risen. He is Risen Indeed, Alleluia! Lophane Laurent Mission Haiti  On Sunday, April 7, 2024, Habitat For Children Ministries organized a prayer day for Haiti. During that time of prayer, we prayed to God for the situation of violence to calm down and stop. The prayer was called "Habitat Unity Group Day of Prayer." We asked God to be merciful to the people of Haiti because they are hungry, and everything is getting so expensive. The people can't afford to buy food anymore. The trucks that carry merchandise to the countryside are forced to pay gang members at every stop. Many hospitals have started closing their doors, and patients are forced to return home because there is no medicine and gas for the hospitals to work as they should. We also offered up praises and thanks to all the people who help us and our organizations to continue with God's work while everything is going on in Port-au-Prince. Habitat For Children Ministries is still working diligently in the countryside to deliver food and take care of sick people. We praise God for that opportunity!  Speaking with a friend from Port-au-Prince last week, he said to me humanitarian colleagues emphasized that these departments do not have sufficient infrastructure, and host communities do not have sufficient resources to cope with the large number of people fleeing Port-au-Prince. Also, speaking with a police friend over the weekend in Port-au-Prince, he said that of the 53,125 people who fled Port-au-Prince from March 8th-27th, nearly 80% already had been forced to abandon their homes and were living with relatives or in crowded and unsanitary makeshift shelters across the capital. The countryside is getting filled quickly, and now we are dealing with a lack of everything.
More than 85% of Haitians leaving the capital have been crowding into buses, risking travel through gang-controlled territory where gang rapes have been reported arm gunmen have been known to open fire on public transport. The transitional council, which will be responsible for choosing a new Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, has yet to be formally established. "So, we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." (2 Corinthians 4:18) Meschac St Amour President Habitat For Children Ministries, Inc.
We received the following update from Meschac St Amour, President, Habitat For Children Ministries:
Please join us in our efforts to help save lives in Haiti. Together, we can make a difference and bring hope and material support to those in need. Thank you for your generosity and compassion.
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