Four of the people who accepted Jesus near Ennery.
Two more ladies from the group that accepted the Lord in their hearts near Ennery.
Saturday, January 25, 2020
Hello,
Hope you are enjoying your Saturday. I am excited to share with you that this afternoon Mike, along with our good friend and board member Greg Neufeldt, will be leaving for Haiti. After so many cancelled trips Nathan and the other Haitian pastors are thrilled.
Greg and Mike will be visiting the different villages and schools, checking in on the medical/dental clinic, the Children's Village and our transitional home. Mike will also be teaching the pastors through out his three weeks in Haiti, but during the two day Pastors Conference in particular. Nathan and Mike will also be holding a conference that will be open to all the pastors, leaders and people from the different villages. The vision or direction he feels God is leading as he teaches, will be on Equipping the Saints. Please be praying as they lead in this direction. We are excited to see the people grow in their understanding of who God has created each one of them to be, and their walking out of that purpose and calling.
Because of Mike having to cancel some of his trips, he video taped a couple of his messages both to encourage and teach. He will be checking up on how accessible these were to the different churches. He feels led to continue video taping his Basic Life Giving Curriculum, so that as new churches join they will have the same understanding. Please also be praying as we move forward in this area.
The above photos are from a few days ago. Nathan had felt like God said to go past Pass Rein, on the highway towards Cap Haitian, just before the village of Ennery, where women gather along the side of the road to sell avocados or mangoes depending on the season. So he drove up there and shared the gospel and led 23 women and some of their families to the Lord! God is so merciful and good! We thank you for your faithful prayers and ask that you would continue to lift Greg, Nathan, Mike and the ministry up as they spend the next three weeks serving the people of Haiti and traveling around the country. The roads and areas are safer, but still dangerous. Thank you so much.
Blessings, Chris
Hope you are enjoying your Saturday. I am excited to share with you that this afternoon Mike, along with our good friend and board member Greg Neufeldt, will be leaving for Haiti. After so many cancelled trips Nathan and the other Haitian pastors are thrilled.
Greg and Mike will be visiting the different villages and schools, checking in on the medical/dental clinic, the Children's Village and our transitional home. Mike will also be teaching the pastors through out his three weeks in Haiti, but during the two day Pastors Conference in particular. Nathan and Mike will also be holding a conference that will be open to all the pastors, leaders and people from the different villages. The vision or direction he feels God is leading as he teaches, will be on Equipping the Saints. Please be praying as they lead in this direction. We are excited to see the people grow in their understanding of who God has created each one of them to be, and their walking out of that purpose and calling.
Because of Mike having to cancel some of his trips, he video taped a couple of his messages both to encourage and teach. He will be checking up on how accessible these were to the different churches. He feels led to continue video taping his Basic Life Giving Curriculum, so that as new churches join they will have the same understanding. Please also be praying as we move forward in this area.
The above photos are from a few days ago. Nathan had felt like God said to go past Pass Rein, on the highway towards Cap Haitian, just before the village of Ennery, where women gather along the side of the road to sell avocados or mangoes depending on the season. So he drove up there and shared the gospel and led 23 women and some of their families to the Lord! God is so merciful and good! We thank you for your faithful prayers and ask that you would continue to lift Greg, Nathan, Mike and the ministry up as they spend the next three weeks serving the people of Haiti and traveling around the country. The roads and areas are safer, but still dangerous. Thank you so much.
Blessings, Chris
December 21, 2019
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at New Generation Ministries.
We want to sincerely thank you for joining with us as we come alongside the wonderful people and families in Haiti, to help them lift up and love one another other in a life-changing way.
There is a common phrase that I'm sure most of you have heard. It goes like this; "These are the best of times, and the worst of times." This has certainly been the case this year in Haiti.
In the midst of the worst of these unsettled political and economical times in Haiti, that corrupt and greedy leaders have meant for evil, God is using for good. He is opening the eyes of so many hurting people to hear the good news of salvation in Jesus. He is breaking the chains of Voodoo. He is lifting up the church as a great light in a very dark place. Our Life-Giving Churches are preaching the gospel of Jesus every night, and the Holy Spirit is moving powerfully, in the hearts of the people. We are seeing so many salvations and healings right now, it is truly amazing.
While we certainly don't wish to see innocent people left desperate and hurting, we are rejoicing that Jesus is moving so powerfully now, to break strongholds and chains that have held the people of Haiti in oppression for many generations.
In Haiti, some are saying that this is one of the worst times in Haiti's history. But Spiritually speaking, this has been an unprecedented time of advancing the Kingdom of God in Haiti. Because of your prayers and financial support so far this year alone, we have seen over 380 men and women enter into a new life in Jesus, hundreds have been set free from demons, many have been miraculously healed of sickness and hurts, and over 210 new believers have been publicly baptized in the name of Jesus.
Your Christmas or year-end gift is so critically needed this year to feed Haitian families in both a spiritual and a practical way. Because of the current political and economical instability, the poor are starving, and desperately need real food to feed their children. But, they also desperately need the un-corrupted Good News of Jesus Christ to lift them up and set them free.
Would you please prayerfully consider how much you would contribute, as your Christmas, year-end gift to come alongside your Haitian brothers and sisters in their time of desperate need.
May God richly Bless you and your families this Christmas Season, Mike and Chris Leland
We want to sincerely thank you for joining with us as we come alongside the wonderful people and families in Haiti, to help them lift up and love one another other in a life-changing way.
There is a common phrase that I'm sure most of you have heard. It goes like this; "These are the best of times, and the worst of times." This has certainly been the case this year in Haiti.
In the midst of the worst of these unsettled political and economical times in Haiti, that corrupt and greedy leaders have meant for evil, God is using for good. He is opening the eyes of so many hurting people to hear the good news of salvation in Jesus. He is breaking the chains of Voodoo. He is lifting up the church as a great light in a very dark place. Our Life-Giving Churches are preaching the gospel of Jesus every night, and the Holy Spirit is moving powerfully, in the hearts of the people. We are seeing so many salvations and healings right now, it is truly amazing.
While we certainly don't wish to see innocent people left desperate and hurting, we are rejoicing that Jesus is moving so powerfully now, to break strongholds and chains that have held the people of Haiti in oppression for many generations.
In Haiti, some are saying that this is one of the worst times in Haiti's history. But Spiritually speaking, this has been an unprecedented time of advancing the Kingdom of God in Haiti. Because of your prayers and financial support so far this year alone, we have seen over 380 men and women enter into a new life in Jesus, hundreds have been set free from demons, many have been miraculously healed of sickness and hurts, and over 210 new believers have been publicly baptized in the name of Jesus.
Your Christmas or year-end gift is so critically needed this year to feed Haitian families in both a spiritual and a practical way. Because of the current political and economical instability, the poor are starving, and desperately need real food to feed their children. But, they also desperately need the un-corrupted Good News of Jesus Christ to lift them up and set them free.
Would you please prayerfully consider how much you would contribute, as your Christmas, year-end gift to come alongside your Haitian brothers and sisters in their time of desperate need.
May God richly Bless you and your families this Christmas Season, Mike and Chris Leland
November 28, 2019
WOW! Thanksgiving Day kind of snuck up on us this year, but not our feelings of sincere gratitude for all of you, our faithful supporters. Because of your prayers and financial support, The ministry in Haiti is successfully navigating, what some are calling, "The worst time in Haiti's history!"
The political/economical unrest, and destruction of anything functional in Haiti, has not let up. Most of the country has no power, no gas, no propane, no hospitals, no schools, and not much food. Lawlessness and out-of-control gangs, are reeking havoc on the innocent poor as they struggle to survive.
But the very thing that Satan intended for the destruction of Haiti, God is using for good. Oh' but how can anything good come from this?
Our Life-Giving churches have been preaching the gospel of Jesus with miraculous results." We have had 33 salvation's in the past 2 days. Peoples eyes are open to their need for salvation. For the first time in many generations people can see that Voodoo and corruption have not helped them. We are seeing so many coming to salvation every day, by the power and the love of God.
Jesus told us in Luke 4:18, "The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the Lord’s favor." And that is indeed what He is doing, even in the face of such hardship of life.
And God continues to miraculously provide for "The Good Shepherd Children's Village, with food, water, security, and peace in this storm. All of our schools, except one, are continuing to provide education and stability for the villages we have "come alongside."
Yes, Thanksgiving Day may have come quickly, but our feelings of eternal thanksgiving to Jesus, and to you are huge. Thank you so much.
Blessings,
Mike and Chris
The political/economical unrest, and destruction of anything functional in Haiti, has not let up. Most of the country has no power, no gas, no propane, no hospitals, no schools, and not much food. Lawlessness and out-of-control gangs, are reeking havoc on the innocent poor as they struggle to survive.
But the very thing that Satan intended for the destruction of Haiti, God is using for good. Oh' but how can anything good come from this?
Our Life-Giving churches have been preaching the gospel of Jesus with miraculous results." We have had 33 salvation's in the past 2 days. Peoples eyes are open to their need for salvation. For the first time in many generations people can see that Voodoo and corruption have not helped them. We are seeing so many coming to salvation every day, by the power and the love of God.
Jesus told us in Luke 4:18, "The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the Lord’s favor." And that is indeed what He is doing, even in the face of such hardship of life.
And God continues to miraculously provide for "The Good Shepherd Children's Village, with food, water, security, and peace in this storm. All of our schools, except one, are continuing to provide education and stability for the villages we have "come alongside."
Yes, Thanksgiving Day may have come quickly, but our feelings of eternal thanksgiving to Jesus, and to you are huge. Thank you so much.
Blessings,
Mike and Chris
November 23, 019
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Tuesday, November 5, 2019
November 2, 2019
Hello,
We want to thank you for your faithful prayers. As most of you know, the people of Haiti have been living with political unrest for many months now, with the last 7 weeks being extremely difficult. Pastor Nathan, our partner in Haiti, and our church leaders are planning two days of prayer and fasting for the people of Haiti. They will be praying and fasting this coming Friday and Saturday, November 1st and 2nd. Mike and I would love it if you would be willing to join them for all of or part of the two days, in whatever capacity you would feel led.
As a way of encouraging Nathan, our church leaders and the people of Haiti, I would love it, if you would send us a response, letting us know how and/or when you would be coming alongside and joining them. Also, if you had any words or encouragements to share that we could pass along, letting them know they are not forgotten. Please pray and consider how you might reach out and give hope. Thank you so very much.
Blessings, Chris
We want to thank you for your faithful prayers. As most of you know, the people of Haiti have been living with political unrest for many months now, with the last 7 weeks being extremely difficult. Pastor Nathan, our partner in Haiti, and our church leaders are planning two days of prayer and fasting for the people of Haiti. They will be praying and fasting this coming Friday and Saturday, November 1st and 2nd. Mike and I would love it if you would be willing to join them for all of or part of the two days, in whatever capacity you would feel led.
As a way of encouraging Nathan, our church leaders and the people of Haiti, I would love it, if you would send us a response, letting us know how and/or when you would be coming alongside and joining them. Also, if you had any words or encouragements to share that we could pass along, letting them know they are not forgotten. Please pray and consider how you might reach out and give hope. Thank you so very much.
Blessings, Chris
Saturday, October 26, 2019
Hello,
We wanted to let you know that Mike has canceled his flight to Haiti for this coming Tuesday. We were hoping that things would be getting better, but things are actually worse. Because of the manifestations, which are closing down the only highway that runs through the length of Haiti, basics like food, gas and propane are not able to be delivered. Schools in the cities are closed until January, the few that dared to try and remain open have been threatened. (We do have schools open in our rural and mountain villages.) Even banks are not able to get money from Port-au-Prince up to their branches in other parts of the country. Electricity is rare and if you find gas it is 'black market' gas. Food is extremely limited to just what is very local. We have decided that it is not safe for Mike to be traveling and not wise to be placing himself in a position of being a burden on the people we love and minister with.
Although the current political situation looks so hopeless right now, there is actually a light on the horizon. If the current President can hold on, then most of the corrupt Senators, who have been fueling and funding the protests or manifestations, will be out of office, because their terms will have ended.
The word is already out on the streets that schools and businesses will be able to return to normal then. Please pray with us for the people of Haiti, for our pastors as they minister and share the gospel. The people have, for all intents and purposes, been living in a war zone in many parts of Haiti, including Gonaives. Please pray for Gods protection, peace, provision and wisdom as they try to negotiate their days.
We also would appreciate prayer for Mike tomorrow, Sunday, as he preaches in Centralia, WA. Pray that his words challenge, inspire and encourage the people.
Thank you to all those that have so very generously given towards the children's Christmas in the Children's Village. Since Mike will not be flying to Haiti, we are looking into shipping the gifts.
We are so thankful for you faithful prayers, especially through this very hard time for the people of Haiti.
Blessings,
Chris
We wanted to let you know that Mike has canceled his flight to Haiti for this coming Tuesday. We were hoping that things would be getting better, but things are actually worse. Because of the manifestations, which are closing down the only highway that runs through the length of Haiti, basics like food, gas and propane are not able to be delivered. Schools in the cities are closed until January, the few that dared to try and remain open have been threatened. (We do have schools open in our rural and mountain villages.) Even banks are not able to get money from Port-au-Prince up to their branches in other parts of the country. Electricity is rare and if you find gas it is 'black market' gas. Food is extremely limited to just what is very local. We have decided that it is not safe for Mike to be traveling and not wise to be placing himself in a position of being a burden on the people we love and minister with.
Although the current political situation looks so hopeless right now, there is actually a light on the horizon. If the current President can hold on, then most of the corrupt Senators, who have been fueling and funding the protests or manifestations, will be out of office, because their terms will have ended.
The word is already out on the streets that schools and businesses will be able to return to normal then. Please pray with us for the people of Haiti, for our pastors as they minister and share the gospel. The people have, for all intents and purposes, been living in a war zone in many parts of Haiti, including Gonaives. Please pray for Gods protection, peace, provision and wisdom as they try to negotiate their days.
We also would appreciate prayer for Mike tomorrow, Sunday, as he preaches in Centralia, WA. Pray that his words challenge, inspire and encourage the people.
Thank you to all those that have so very generously given towards the children's Christmas in the Children's Village. Since Mike will not be flying to Haiti, we are looking into shipping the gifts.
We are so thankful for you faithful prayers, especially through this very hard time for the people of Haiti.
Blessings,
Chris
October 14, 2019
Hello,
We wanted to share with you an opportunity to bless the children in our Children's Village this Christmas. But first, I want to briefly update you on Haiti and the political unrest that continues in Haiti. Every day there are news stories of manifestations. The poor in Haiti are continuously being subjected to the greed for power by a select few. Schools are closed and business are struggling, many people are not able to meet the basic needs of their families. Please continue to pray for the country of Haiti and its people. As my friend Kathy Brooks in Haiti says "God is a God of Peace not of Chaos."
Fortunately for New Generation Ministries, most of our churches, schools, and villages are out in the rural areas, away from all the protesting and problems of the main cities. We are seeing a powerful move of God's grace, in bringing many desperate souls into the Kingdom of God. Please keep praying for them.
This Christmas we thought you might enjoy a tangible way of blessing the children. We would like to bless each of the children and the Mama's (nanny's), along with the Children's Village director and his assistant with the Christmas gift of new church clothes and some small fun items. Below is a list of items needed and the quantity. Please let us know if you would like to either purchase the items or donate towards the items. Thank you so very much for caring for the children.
Items that are needed are;
100 full size Candy canes
100 fruit snacks (rolls, leathers or bags)
100 count gift bags 10" X 13" X 5" approx.
200 gallon zip lock bags
For the girls
1 church dress size 12 months
2 church dresses size 2/3
2 church dresses size 4
3 church dresses 6/8
10 church dresses size 10/12
4 church dresses size 14/16
4 church dresses size 18 or woman's XS
For the boys
4 dress shirts size 4/5
8 dress shirts size 6/8
10 dress shirts size 10/12
7 dress shirts size 14
7 dress shirts size 16
2 dress shirts size 18
2 dress shirts size 20
4 dress shirts size men's XS
Boys dress pants preferably black, navy or Khaki.
4 dress pants size 4/5 slim
8 dress pants size 6/8 slim
10 dress pants size 10/12 slim
7 dress pants size 14 slim
7 dress pants size 16 slim
2 dress pants size 18 slim
4 dress pants size 20 slim
24 hot wheels (matchbox size)
17 bags marbles
18 hair bows (for ages 1 year to 12 years)
20 hair ornaments/accessories (for ages 14 years - 18 yrs) 32 boys hair combs
8 bottles of nail polish
15 each of red pens, black pens, and blue pens.
10 girls bracelets
For the mama's
10 body creams or heavy hand lotion.
10 bracelets
12 hair ornaments
1 church blouse size S
1 church blouse size L
For the men
2 dress shirts size mens XS w/tie
2 dress shirts size mens S w/tie
2 dress shirts size mens XL w/tie
Shipping and/or baggage fees for extra suitcases.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Mike will once again being flying into Haiti on November 5th. He would like to bring the Christmas gifts with him. So we would need the items by October 31st.
Thank you so very much for blessing the children and those who care for them. Blessings, Chris
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Hello,
We wanted to keep you up to date on the unrest in Haiti, so you would be able to join us in praying for Haiti. As you know Mike's last trip to Haiti was quite eventful, as it started out by Pastor Nathan and Mike being held up by gun point on their way to Marose from the airport. A few weeks after that, things seemed to calm down and there were less manifestations and violence. So after a few weeks Mike decided to purchase a ticket and plan a pastors conference. He was supposed to fly out tonight, but the political unrest has returned to Haiti. There have been country wide manifestations again, along with violence. So with sadness he and Nathan talked and decided there was too much risk involved with traveling to Port-au-Prince to the airport to pick him up. The violence is affecting children attending school, business owners and employees getting to the work place and people being able to purchase much needed gas, supplies and food. The opposition only seems to care about overthrowing the current president and government, even at a great cost to the people.They are still paying for manifestations and violence. They are encouraging gang actions and lawlessness. Please once again join us in praying for the people of Haiti. Pray for protection and that their needs will be met. Also pray for the ability for children to attend school and for the people to be able to keep their businesses open and running. Gas was up to 9$ per gallon, now it is pretty much nonexistent. In Haiti gas is not just needed for transportation, but also for generators, as they are usually the most reliable form of power. It also affects the delivery of much needed supplies. Nathan said the value of their dollar has fallen drastically. Just 2 years ago in September it took 63 gourdes to buy 1 US dollar, now it takes 95 gourdes to buy 1 US dollar. This alone is causing hunger and a greater lack of ability for families to care for themselves.
On the positive side we are seeing God move in mighty ways. There has been a large increase in salvation's, baptisms and discipleship. The people are so hungry for God. There has been an increase of witch doctors also realizing they are lacking the power Christ has and giving their lives over to Jesus. It has been amazing to watch, especially in the communities of Pass Rein, Amone-Bout-Nat and Badjo. Please pray that God continues to draw hearts to Him. Pray that our pastors have wisdom and discernment as they reach out to the most needy and poor.
Another very real problem that we are finding is with the increase of witch doctors giving their lives to God, and walking away from their current source of income, there are not many jobs available for them. This is affecting them and their families. It also has the potential to cause them to fall away. Please pray for them to find work in a society that already is difficult to find a job in. I believe God can find them work and meet their needs, bringing the glory to Him. God is a God of restoration and hope. He is the author of their story,
Thank you so much for your faithful prayers, for coming along side the people of Haiti with us.
Blessings, Chris
We wanted to keep you up to date on the unrest in Haiti, so you would be able to join us in praying for Haiti. As you know Mike's last trip to Haiti was quite eventful, as it started out by Pastor Nathan and Mike being held up by gun point on their way to Marose from the airport. A few weeks after that, things seemed to calm down and there were less manifestations and violence. So after a few weeks Mike decided to purchase a ticket and plan a pastors conference. He was supposed to fly out tonight, but the political unrest has returned to Haiti. There have been country wide manifestations again, along with violence. So with sadness he and Nathan talked and decided there was too much risk involved with traveling to Port-au-Prince to the airport to pick him up. The violence is affecting children attending school, business owners and employees getting to the work place and people being able to purchase much needed gas, supplies and food. The opposition only seems to care about overthrowing the current president and government, even at a great cost to the people.They are still paying for manifestations and violence. They are encouraging gang actions and lawlessness. Please once again join us in praying for the people of Haiti. Pray for protection and that their needs will be met. Also pray for the ability for children to attend school and for the people to be able to keep their businesses open and running. Gas was up to 9$ per gallon, now it is pretty much nonexistent. In Haiti gas is not just needed for transportation, but also for generators, as they are usually the most reliable form of power. It also affects the delivery of much needed supplies. Nathan said the value of their dollar has fallen drastically. Just 2 years ago in September it took 63 gourdes to buy 1 US dollar, now it takes 95 gourdes to buy 1 US dollar. This alone is causing hunger and a greater lack of ability for families to care for themselves.
On the positive side we are seeing God move in mighty ways. There has been a large increase in salvation's, baptisms and discipleship. The people are so hungry for God. There has been an increase of witch doctors also realizing they are lacking the power Christ has and giving their lives over to Jesus. It has been amazing to watch, especially in the communities of Pass Rein, Amone-Bout-Nat and Badjo. Please pray that God continues to draw hearts to Him. Pray that our pastors have wisdom and discernment as they reach out to the most needy and poor.
Another very real problem that we are finding is with the increase of witch doctors giving their lives to God, and walking away from their current source of income, there are not many jobs available for them. This is affecting them and their families. It also has the potential to cause them to fall away. Please pray for them to find work in a society that already is difficult to find a job in. I believe God can find them work and meet their needs, bringing the glory to Him. God is a God of restoration and hope. He is the author of their story,
Thank you so much for your faithful prayers, for coming along side the people of Haiti with us.
Blessings, Chris
Thursday, August 29, 2019
Hello,
We hope you are enjoying the end of your summer.
We wanted to share some great news with you. David or O Jess, as some of you might know him by, has been with us in the Children's Village since the very beginning. He was very shy as a child growing up. Like many little boys in Haiti he loved playing soccer and he still does. He was and is one of the quietest kids I know. When he aged out of the Children's Village, he moved into our transitional home for boys, which is part of our home in Gonaives. He has been a great addition, quietly fitting in with the other boys. He had a difficult school year in 8th grade, with barely passing grade marks. Nathan had a talk with him. We also had a talk with him, explaining that part of the privilege of being in the transitional house was to keep his grades up. We asked some of the other boys to help him, especially in math. We prayed. They prayed. David took it seriously and did his best this past school year. The school exams are graded by the government, so you do not receive the scores til mid to late August. We just received the news that David was laureate for his school. We are so thrilled! He had such an amazing turn around. Thank you so much for coming along side of David by supporting the boys transitional house and this ministry.
Blessings, Chris
We hope you are enjoying the end of your summer.
We wanted to share some great news with you. David or O Jess, as some of you might know him by, has been with us in the Children's Village since the very beginning. He was very shy as a child growing up. Like many little boys in Haiti he loved playing soccer and he still does. He was and is one of the quietest kids I know. When he aged out of the Children's Village, he moved into our transitional home for boys, which is part of our home in Gonaives. He has been a great addition, quietly fitting in with the other boys. He had a difficult school year in 8th grade, with barely passing grade marks. Nathan had a talk with him. We also had a talk with him, explaining that part of the privilege of being in the transitional house was to keep his grades up. We asked some of the other boys to help him, especially in math. We prayed. They prayed. David took it seriously and did his best this past school year. The school exams are graded by the government, so you do not receive the scores til mid to late August. We just received the news that David was laureate for his school. We are so thrilled! He had such an amazing turn around. Thank you so much for coming along side of David by supporting the boys transitional house and this ministry.
Blessings, Chris
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
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