Haiti is one of the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere; however, the ministry opportunities are abundant. Go with Cross Church as we partner with a ministry center called Joy House to minister to the people of Haiti. According to Hope for Haiti, over 50% of Haiti’s population is of school age and the literacy rate is less than 50%. Approximately 70% of the people live in poverty, with an average annual income of $400 per year. 15% of all children in Haiti are orphaned or abandoned. Joy House has literally impacted thousands of lives and serves two orphanages and four different area churches.

This particular trip is going to be geared towards using sports as ministry; however, if your playing days are long gone or you are not gifted in this area we still have areas that we can use your help. Joy House wants to host youth basketball and soccer tournaments and camps and we need your expertise to do so! If sports are not your thing, there are many opportunities to do VBS type activities in the community. For the women who are not sports inclined, you can be actively involved in the Dorcas Ministry which goes into the community and ministers to those women with physical or spiritual needs. If you have a skill, Joy House can probably use it. Come spend a week with Joy House ministering to those in need. For more information, please email Karla at karlad@crosschurch.com