Hope Alive! Clinic Ministries
Mission Trip Opportunities
The stunning events in Haiti this year have changed the nation, it's people, and ministries such as Hope Alive, along with the hearts
of folks like you. The aftermath of the quake has prompted a new direction of outreach for us. We are in awe of the outpouring of
support and prayer, and we are excited to be part of restoring Haiti to exceedingly abundant standards of life and spirit.
Below is some information for our trips
Please remember to pray.
  • PRAYER: Of course, this is the only way to start. Seek God, read His Word, and counsel with others about your trip to Haiti. It will truly be
    rewarding. You will receive more than you give. Our focus is Glorifying God and showing His love. We will have daily prayer and devotions.

  • PREPAREDNESS: Along with prayer, you will need to be fit physically too. Please be sure you are up to date on your Tetanus shots. See your
    doctor and tell him where you are going. He may suggest other inoculations for your trip such as Hepatitis A and B. Is your passport up to date?
    Also too, start walking. The terrain is rough and the weather is hot. Call or e-mail us if you have any special needs or concerns.

  • FLEXIBILITY: Remember, right now, Haiti does not even count as a third world country; it is still a disaster zone. The hurricane season is here
    and our plans could be altered. We will do all we can to accommodate your needs. You may go expecting one task and be assigned to another.
    Folks who have accepted this have been "blessed beyond measure". Remember; this is not like a "lock-in" or field trip. You will be "on the front
    lines".

  • FRIENDLINESS: You are guests. Our Haitian staff is there working all the time. We are assisting them in their country. (They are the nicest folks
    you would ever want to meet.) Practice patience. Their culture is completely different than ours. Also too, we are a team of folks who are from
    different backgrounds. Again, patience.

  • REVERENCE: Since the quake, we have seen destruction beyond belief. Several of the buildings still hold the remains of Haitians underneath.

  • REVELATION: Keep an open heart to what God may be saying to YOU. "the harvest is great, but the workers are few....." Haiti will take decades
    to recover. They need all the prayer, support, and all the help they can get.
F.A.Q's.

I am not a doctor, what can I do? We hear from all types of people after the trip. Salesmen, housewives, auto mechanics, accountants, and the
like all are amazed that they have had a part in helping Haiti. God has given us all gifts. All can be used to minister to His people and bring Him
Glory. A lot of ministry is done after hours or at a break in the day. Any project, game, or just "hanging out" with these folks is gold in God's
eyes. These folks need to know that people care for them. We always have projects going on at the clinics. There is always something to do.

Can I assist the doctors? Absolutely! Some of our most blessed team members are the ones who hold the flashlights and assist the dentists, or
give an injection. Again, there are many tasks and all they require is a willing heart.

What else? The list is almost endless. Has God given you a specific burden? Let us know. We now are growing many trees that are edible and
grow fast because of one's listening to God. How about a VBS for kids or an art class highlighting the Bible? Can you hand someone shoes? Rice?
How about helping with raising a tent? Distribute clean water to 300 folks. Again,flexibility is the key.

What is the weather like? In a word; hot. There is a cool breeze from the ocean on the clinic balcony and we have fans running in the clinic.
The January through May months are quite comfortable and a relief from the cold winters in the US.

How is the electricity? The clinic is equipped with 2 generators; a primary and a back-up. The power is on during our stay. It is standard 110
volts. The places that we stay have the same standard electricity that USUALLY runs through the night.

Insurance? Phone calls home? Yes, the price of the trip includes a missionary policy. Please call for details. We have a special phone for calling
the US and internet at the clinic. Also, most places we stay have WiFi.

Other Questions?  Call Frank 609-828-8273
Mission Trips 2011
Call or e-mail for details