July 18-22 2013
Why Go:
143 Million Orphans Globally; The Opportunity to Make a Difference
· See the problem--Be part of the solution
· See first-hand the work that is being done to rescue and restore these kids
· Experience God’s hand in amazing ways
What to Expect:
· Visit children's villages and spend time with the children doing activities you would do with your own children- playing, singing, games, sports, crafts, loving, hugging, and holding them.
· Visit locations where there are opportunities to build and rescue more children and discuss the potential for expansion. Tour the small businesses that Global Orphan operates which provide jobs in the community and financially support the villages.
· Worship with the local church in Haiti. Good Haitian food. Daily Bible study with your team.
FAQs:
Trip Requirements? 1) Relationship with Christ. 2) Actively serving at CATB. 3) Involved in a Growth Group.
How much is the trip? The trip is $585 plus airfare (estimated around $450) We'll fly from Tampa to Miami and then from Miami to Port-au-Prince.
Where will we stay? Global Orphan owns a hotel, the Jumecort Inn, outside of Port-au-Prince, with comfortable accommodations, including filtered drinking water, air conditioned rooms, and a cafeteria. There's 24 hour armed security guarding the Inn, a watchtower and tall wall surrounding the premises.
What will we eat? The Jumecort Inn serves a large breakfast and dinner each day. You'll bring your own snacks to eat for lunch while we're out for the day.
Immunizations? Global Orphan recommends getting these vaccinations: Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, and Tetanus. You should also take Malaria medication. Contact your county health department or personal physician.
What if I want to go, but can't afford it? You can raise funds for the trip. The $100 deposit needs to come from you, but the rest of the amount can be raised. It's a great opportunity to give friends, family and co-workers the chance to participate in what you're doing and to jump-start conversations about church and following Christ. Check back with the site for more suggestions and practical how-to's on fundraising.
Who can I talk to if I have more questions? Sarah Chandler is leading and coordinating the August trip and has been to Haiti twice already. You can email her at sarah.chandler@churchatthebay.com. You can also contact the other Haiti Alumni with questions about what the trip will be like.What if I want to go, but can't afford it? You can raise funds for the trip. The $100 deposit needs to come from you, but the rest of the amount can be raised. It's a great opportunity to give friends, family and co-workers the chance to participate in what you're doing and to jump-start conversations about church and following Christ. Check back with the site for more suggestions and practical how-to's on fundraising.
Signing Up:
1) Send $100 deposit to CATB through PayPal: PayPal link
(your spot will not be reserved until you've made the $100 deposit)
2) Fill out Trip Sign Up Form Sign Up Form
CATB Haiti Alumni:
If you are thinking about joining us on our next trip to Haiti grab one of our Haiti Alumni to get an idea of what the trip is like and how it changed their life. Scroll through the blog to read stories from Alumni written by Sandy Mayer, Blaine Albright, Sarah Chandler, Tony Lisotta, Brian Heckman and April McCullohs.
January 2012 Trip: (top row, L-R) Michael Warren, Brian Heckman, James Gothard, Alan Caraway, Blaine Albright (bottom row, L-R) Rachael Warren, April McCullohs, Pastor Kesnel, Sarah Chandler, Sandy Mayer
May 2011 Trip: Susan Rose, Sarah Chandler, Taylor Beacham, Michael Chandler, Hal 4 Mayer, Bryan DeLucca
May 2010 Trip: Hal Mayer, Hal 4 Mayer, Neal McCullohs
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Questions?
Email Sarah at sarah.chandler@churchatthebay.com
