Haiti Missions
In the late 17th century, Haiti—which occupies the western half of Hispaniola—was one of France’s richest colonies and known as the Pearl of the Antilles, due in part to its massive exports of sugar and coffee. After many years of mistreatment, Haitians won their independence from France in 1804. However, centuries of poor governance, internal strife, and natural disasters have rendered Haiti the poorest country in the western hemisphere.
Spiritually, Haiti is a kaleidoscope of practices. Catholicism, a remnant of early European influence, is the dominant religion. Estimates suggest up to 55% of the population is Catholic, while 29% are Protestant. However, Voodoo (Vodou) is practiced in some form by anywhere from 50-80% of Haitians.
Haiti is a land with ongoing spiritual and material needs. A Haitian proverb says, “Dèyè mòn gen mòn,” meaning “beyond mountains there are mountains.” Haitians use this proverb two ways. One way is to highlight that there is no end to life’s obstacles. But, more positively, that there is also no end to life’s opportunities.
Our church has been serving in Haiti since before I first went on mission with WHBC in 2013. Teams from Wall Highway, often partnering with other churches, have sought to share the love of Christ with Haitians in a variety of ways. We’ve worked alongside Mission of Hope on community-based projects in and around Titanyen. More recently, we’ve embarked on independent missions to Minoterie, Cazale, Camatin, Mariani, and elsewhere.
Much of our more recent work has been focused on Haiti’s dire need for clean water. We’ve succeeded in equipping communities with clean drinking water through delivery of inexpensive, long-lasting water filtration systems from Filter of Hope.
The COVID-19 pandemic has limited our ability to serve Haiti in person, but with relief seemingly on the horizon before us, we are looking forward to once more gathering the faithful and traveling to the Pearl of the Antilles with God’s message of hope and salvation.
Please feel free to contact Mike Dunne to share how you would like to undertake the Great Commission and serve God’s people in Haiti.
(256) 503-7770 (evenings)