"Children are one third of our population and all of our future."

~Select Panel for the Promotion of Child Health, 1981

Scholarship Need

We have an incredible opportunity in Lagosette, Haiti. Manna has sponsored a young lady, Anne Andre, to attend medical school in Port au Prince and she is now in her fourth year there. She is an exceptional person and her hope is to come back home to Lagosette when she is finished with her schooling to work in that area. If you have visited Lagosette, you most likely met many of her family members, including her aunt, Marie Lourdes, who is a teacher at the school and helps cook for the MGM groups.

Anne was in Port when the earthquake happened and is one of the few students who survived. She is doing well, though still struggling with the trauma she experienced. We were so blessed to spend some time with her when we were there in December, and she is anxious to continue her education. The reason I'm writing is because we need to find the support for her to continue her education. She needs approximately $6000 to cover her tuition and expenses for the school year. She is an amazing, Christian, young lady and we believe in her and pray we can find some people to step up and help support her education. It's a unique opportunity and we truly believe that God will do amazing things through Anne in her own country. If you are interested in helping meet this need, or if you would like more information, please email me, Monica Gautney, at monica@mannaglobalministries.org.

Faces

The precious faces of Lagosette, Haiti. To join us in providing hope through Christian education and nutrition to the children of the Lagosette School, visit www.lagosetteschool.com.

The students at the Lagosette School meet for chapel each school day. This video was taken by Danny Sullivan on the morning the kids received their Christmas gifts. Thanks again to all who helped send Christmas gifts to the students!

Trip Report from Danny & Karen Sullivan

We were blessed by God to travel with Brad and Monica to Lagosette on the Magi Box delivery trip. After being friends with them for months and months via facebook, email, phone and text, we finally met live for the first time in the Miami airport. It felt like a blind date! But, we quickly found that they were even more charming in person.

We flew to Port-au-Prince where we made connections with David Vanderpool and then took the 30-minute flight on Salsa over to Cap Haitien. One of Monica’s bags and one of ours never made it to Haiti, so we were forced to buy some groceries in Cap. Of course, this afforded us an excuse to eat at La Kay…nothing like roasted goat with creole sauce, rice and beans, and fried plantains to start the trip off right.

While we were out driving we decided to go to Milot to visit the medical facilities there. Brad introduced us to several people with whom they have worked over the years. We saw a new prosthesis clinic that looks amazing.

Upon reaching Lagosette Saturday afternoon, word spread through the village of our arrival. Kids began showing up to see for themselves. We soon had a yard full of friends who wanted to hug and play and visit. The weather was much cooler than expected as rain had been falling most of the day. We actually wished for blankets through the night!

Brad and several others traveled to Limbe’ on Sunday to help with cholera relief efforts. We stayed behind with Monica to attend morning services, play with the kids and visit COTP. There were 34 present for morning services and many hugs and kisses were exchanged. Sunday afternoon brought coloring books on the porch, soccer games and Creole/English lessons. They learned and we learned.

Monday was the big day! We visited chapel services and then the Magi boxes were distributed. I had visions of the scene out of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" when the Grinch threw toys and gadgets this way and that among laughs and squeals and smiles! We passed out over 400 boxes and soon the village filled with sounds of kazoos and harmonicas, and the air filled with new balls and Frisbees. New clothes were tried on and candy was shared. It was a sight and experience to behold.

Monday evening we divided up sides for a “serious” soccer match. And, I am glad to report that the American contingent prevailed over our dear friends. I suppose I should note that we had the best villager on our team and that Makendy, aka “Zopoupe,” had countless saves in goal for us as well. Brad thought he was the MVP but it was almost cheating to have Wilson play for us.

Tuesday brought us back home only to hear of violence and unrest back in Haiti. While we are grateful to be out of harm’s way, our hearts and prayers go out to our brothers and sisters in Haiti.

We look forward to our next trip to Haiti and future trips with Brad and Monica, wherever that might be. This trip was truly a blessing for all involved. “Thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” I Corinthians 15:57

Danny & Karen Sullivan

Haiti

A small MGM group traveled to Lagosette, Haiti this past week. You can read an update from Brad regarding the medical work on the Global Health Innovations blog.

Update on Cholera Crisis in Haiti

Dear friends and family, We want to thank you all so much for the generosity you have shown to the people of Haiti during the cholera crisis. Your donations allowed us to immediately send medicines, supplies and personnel to assist. I will be traveling to Haiti in the coming week to assist in a clinic and deliver more supplies to help meet the continuing needs. Again, thank you for joining with us in this effort. If you have not already contributed and would like to, please visitwww.globalhealthinnovations.org for more information.

Best, Brad Gautney Manna Global Ministries Global Health Innovations

Cholera in Haiti, Update

Dear friends, We want to thank you all for your quick response in helping us get assistance to Haiti for the cholera crisis. MGM and GHI are collaborating with several people and organizations to get aid there immediately. Randy Uthe, a registered nurse with Global Samaritan Resources, arrives in Cap Haitian this morning to work in the hardest hit clinics in Limbe and Cap. He is planning on being there until next Saturday. Thanks to Dr. Jim Morrison, he will be carrying enough medications to treat 650 adults and 500 children, along with IV supplies and serum from Medline. We will continue to assist in organizing medicines and supplies to assist and support those currently working in Haiti. If you would like to assist with these efforts, go to our website at www.globalhealthinnovations.org to donate. Again, thank you for your prayers and continued support during this time to help the Haitian people. It is amazing seeing the many people and organizations come together in the name of the Lord to help!

God bless, Brad Gautney Global Health Innovations Manna Global Ministries

Cholera in Haiti

Dear friends, We wanted to update you on the current cholera situation in Haiti, specifically in the North near where we work. Unfortunately, we have gotten word today from our friends on the ground there that it has gotten much worse even in the past two days. Limbe had 25 cases yesterday and reported 60 cases already this morning and are in desperate need of supplies and medicines. Limbe is located just 30-45 minutes from Lagosette, just east of Cap Haitien. After much discussion and prayer, we have decided that the time has come to begin mobilizing assistance to help. We are currently communicating with our partners here in the US and people on the ground in Haiti on how to best help with this crisis. Global Health Innovations (GHI) is the sister medical organization of MGM and all funds and supplies will go through GHI in directing assistance. We ask for your prayers during this time and also ask you to go to the GHI website (www.globalhealthinnovations.org) to donate and help us to bring comfort and healing to those affected by cholera in Haiti.

God bless, Brad Gautney Manna Global Ministries Global Health Innovations www.globalhealthinnovations.org

Marathon Update

Paul Morphy completed the NYC ING marathon Sunday......congratulations, Paul!! However, we are only 57% of the way to his goal of 100 people donating $1/mile. It's not too late, you can still donate using the Chip-In meter at the right or mail your support (earmarked "Lagosette") to:

MGM

P.O. Box 2993

Clarksville, IN 47131

We only need 41 people contributing $26.20 (that's $1/mile) to reach the goal!!

Thanks for helping the ministry of the Lagosette School continue, and thank you to Paul for encouraging us to get involved.

Preschool in Action!

Enjoy a glimpse into the preschool class in Lagosette.

The total including checks sent directly to MGM and donations via the Chip-In meter brings us over halfway to Paul's goal. All funds raised go directly to supporting the preschool in Lagosette, Haiti.

On a different note, as Tropical Storm Tomas approaches, please join us as we continue in prayer with and for our friends and neighbors in Haiti.

Clarification on Moxon's Haiti Mission

Dear friends,

I need to make a small clarification to the previous information that
I sent out about tax-deductible donations:

You should write your checks out to "Journey Christian Church" and
only put "Haiti Mission" on the bottom "for" line.

Mail the check to:

Journey Christian Church

Attention Bill Moxon

2332 West 27th St

Greeley, CO 80634

I apologize if this was unclear in my newsletter! I appreciate your
patience with us as we get things set up and organized.

In closing, please remember Haiti in your prayers tonight as Tropical
Storm Tomas bears down on the island. I am praying that the storm
turns away and many Haitians find their shelter in our Almighty
Father.

Yours in Christ,

Bill Moxon

Preschool!

The preschool children at the Lagosette school are blessed with wonderful teachers, Marie Lourdes and Jezula.

Jezula teaches the younger kids and is full of energy and loves to teach the kids using songs and actions. She is from a neighboring village on the way to Cap Haitian. She is married and has three young children of her own at home as well.

Marie Lourdes teaches the older preschool kids. Her class is

equivalent to an American kindergarten. She prepares them for first grade where they begin to learn to read. If you have been to the Manna camp in Lagosette you probably know Marie Lourdes as she has helped with the cooking for our groups for many years. She speaks some English and loves to practice with the visitors. She is also a wife and mother, her husband also teaches at the Lagosette school, and they have two young children.

We are so thankful for Marie Lourdes and Jezula and the work they do with the children. If you'd like to help support their work, please "Chip-In," by using the button on the right to sponsor Paul Morphy in the NYC marathon. All donations given for his race go directly to supporting the work of the Lagosette school and reaching his goal will provide salary for the preschool teachers for an entire year. The countdown to the marathon on Sunday, November 7th, has begun!

Healing, Hope, Haiti

Bill, Darla and Emily Moxon will be moving to Haiti in December, 2010, Lord willing (their two oldest daughters, Corrie and Lisa, are remaining in the states to attend college). Here is a glimpse into their hearts and their journey with the Lord. They are an amazing family and will be a tremendous blessing to the ministry in Haiti. If you would like to support their work, there is more information and a short letter from them below.

We are so excited to share with you our video story below that
explains how God has restored our dream to rejoin His work in Haiti.
This video was professionally done by Cale Rogers, our friend from
JCC.

For those who want to support us financially, it would be a HUGE help
if you could let us know if you are interested in supporting us on a
regular basis. This would help us to know how long we can continue on
the mission field!

I have confirmed that all contributions for our work are tax
deductible if you do not put our name on the check. You should write
"Haiti Mission" on the subject line and send the check to: Journey
Christian Church, Attention Bill Moxon, 2332 West 27th St, Greeley, CO
80634.

You can also donate to us online at our church's website:
http://www.journeychristian.org/index.html

Simply click on the "Donate" button and fill in the amount that you
wish to donate, then you will be directed to Paypal where you should
click on the "Special instructions to seller" button. This is where
you can specify that you would like your donation to go to the "Haiti
Project."

Thank you and may God bless you and be glorified!!

Bill, Darla, Corrie, Lisa, and Emily

MGM in the DR

Want to know more about what's going on with MGM in the Dominican Republic? Check out these blogs from the amazing missionaries there.

Evan and Rachel Aldridge

Chad Mynatt

Norm Curington

Photo of the Week!

Love that smile! This precious face is one of 347 children who are blessed by the ministry of the Lagosette School in Haiti. For more information or to support this ministry, visit www.lagosetteschool.com.

Photo credit: Lisa Dunn

A letter from the Moxon family

Dear Friends,

Let me start with our big news, then you can keep reading the details as you wish:

The Moxons are moving back to Haiti!

Bill, Darla and Emily are hoping to move back to Lagosette before Christmas. Yes, Lagosette is the village in Haiti where we used to live. It is where we helped build the Manna farm back in the 1990s.

We worked in Haiti for 8 years as “development” missionaries by demonstrating the love of God for the poor by drilling water wells and working to provide safe drinking water. We still see this as a great need in Haiti, but we now feel called to preach the gospel, teach discipleship, and pray. We believe that Haiti is especially ready to hear the Good News from God at this time. When I went back to Haiti and helped with the recovery efforts right after the January earthquake, I witnessed a new desperation for God among the Haitian people. The whole country participated in five days of prayer and fasting--proving that they know that God is their only hope for true progress.

This past spring as I was praying and seeking God for direction and feeling called to ministry, we received a letter from the church in Lagosette. I had been asking God to let me join Him in what He was doing in His world. I didn’t want to choose where to go and ask Him to bless it--I wanted God to send us wherever He wanted. I asked Him to send us to a place where He was moving powerfully. This letter from Haiti seemed to speak a direct answer to my prayer. They explained that many in Haiti were no longer opposed to the gospel but now were open to hear and respond. They closed the letter by simply asking us to move back to live among them again.
I do not expect to preach in only one congregation. I want to help as many congregations as possible while encouraging the Haitian pastors. So I hope not only to preach as often as possible, I also would love to conduct discipleship seminars on my favorite topics: How to pray, how to find God in His Word, What it means to worship, etc.

We hope to move back to Haiti this December so that our oldest daughters, Corrie and Lisa can spend some of their college break with us and so that our whole family can be united as we begin our newest phase of ministry in Haiti.

We are currently selling off our things and emptying our house so that we can rent it out or sell it. We need lots of prayer support! We want to communicate frequently through several of the new channels available today such as Facebook, blogging, Skype, emails, as well as newsletters. We are planning on having an international cell phone so that we can stay in touch in that way as well. So please reply to this email if you’d like to update your contact info with us.

Is there one day per month that you would be willing to pray for us? We are compiling a “Calendar of Prayer” where our prayer supporters are picking days of the month that they can concentrate their prayers on our work. If you consistently have an easier schedule on Saturdays, for example, just tell us that and we will “assign” one or more of the Saturdays of each month to you. So just tell us which day of the week works best for you and how many days per month you wish to pray and we will organize each month and re-confirm with you when your day is coming.

We would love to have every day of each month filled with the names of our friends that are praying for us! This will also allow us to correspond a day or two before you will be praying for us so that we can let you know if there are specific things we need prayer about.

We would also like to hear if there are things we can be praying for you about! We know that God loves it when our hearts are bound together in these ways through prayer! And if the whole “Calendar of Prayer” idea is too complicated for you, just let us know that you’d still like to get our prayer update communications and we’ll keep you in the loop. We want as much prayer as we can get!

If you are already thinking that God is leading you to support us financially we certainly appreciate and need that. You can mail checks to us at: Moxons, 2626 W 6th St, Greeley, CO, 80634. I even have a paypal account (below) if you want to do an online transfer.

BUT before you mail that check!-- I am still trying to verify some details so that I make sure that you can get a tax deduction for your contributions. I am also trying to set up an online giving link for your convenience. I will hopefully be able to email you again next week the specifics. So if you need to wait till I work those details out, we understand.

If you live near us and want to help us get on our way we have lots to do- We are trying to sell stuff through Craigslist and garage sales. We’ll have a minimum of items to put into storage and then we’ll need to do a thorough cleaning to prepare our house to rent out.

I would welcome the opportunity to answer any questions you may have. We would love to come and share a cup of coffee so that we can pray together and tell you more about the things that we feel the Lord is doing with us. I would also be happy to come and preach or share with any size group that would be interested in hearing more about our ministry.

If you are still reading...
Thank you and may God bless you and be glorified!!
Bill, Darla, Corrie, Lisa, and Emily
pengineer1@aol.com for emails or paypal

WMW

We're hoping to see you next week for World Mission Workshop!! If you have not
already contacted Laura Beth to let her know you're planning to come to WMW,
please do so! There are several special events planned for the Manna family and
we want to make sure you're in on the plans. Lodging, special presentations, a
meal in Memphis, and more are all a part of our weekend together. Please make
sure we give you all the details for you to join in on any or all that you
can.

Running with Purpose

Update: Donations received through the Chip-In meter as well as checks sent directly to MGM bring the total for Team Lagosette (aka Paul Morphy) to $1055.50, with 5 weeks until race day. Thank you for joining with Paul and supporting the Lagosette School!

Interns

Every summer college students volunteer their time with MGM to serve as interns. This year we had six interns in Haiti and six interns in the Dominican Republic. Some of the interns kept blogs of their own during the summer. If you would like to read about their experiences in their own words, check out these blogs:
Jill Rhodes: http://drintern-jillrenee29.blogspot.com/
Audrey Parker: http://drintern.blogspot.com/
Felicia Blocker: http://fmblocker.blogspot.com/