Bible Seminar in Haiti
Over the last few years, the Christadelphians have been requested by some interested Bible students in Haiti to offer their perspective on Bible Prophecy.
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Hindered by gang violence in the country, a seminar was finally able to be planned through a Zoom presentation. This idea originated with brother Esmath Sainval in Haiti and was orchestrated by Bro. Stephen Johnson to present a “Bible Conference Day,” organized in Les Cayes, Haiti, on January 25.
Locally, a team was selected to organize the event. They were given good instructions by Bro. Esmath for the registration, documentation, and printed materials, how people were welcomed, and the arrangement for food, of which there was plenty, with everyone being satisfied.
Despite the many challenges for those in Haiti, and with support from CBMC and others, a Starlink Internet connection was set up with a Zoom video presentation. This was new technology for those involved, and having only been tested the day before, there were some challenges. The language in Haiti is Creole. Therefore, interpreters were needed.
Bro. David Jennings had presented a few years ago, and again was invited to speak on the Theme: “The Great Plan of God for Mankind Based on the Prophecy of the End Time.” The conference was scheduled to begin at 8 am, with three classes, questions, and lunch, until it ended at 2 PM. When I joined the live feed forty-five minutes early, I was treated to singing and clapping, praising the Lord, and Scripture reading until the classes began. I was inspired by their evident joy and praise to the Lord.
There were three classes:
- Class 1—The Vision of The Metallic Image of Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon: Chapter 2 of The Book of Daniel.
- Class 2—Jesus Is The Seed That Will Conquer Sin And Crush The Serpent, The Promises Made to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob Implies God’s Plan To Bless All Nations.
- Class 3—The Stage Is Being Set For The Final Overthrow of Israel; When That Happens, The Return of Christ Is Near.
All Bro. David’s slides were in Creole, so the message was well presented. The comments were positive about the speaker and the event. They were impressed with the speaker’s Biblical knowledge. “He knew what he was saying, and he was methodical in his explanations.” Everyone present was “happy, blessed, and satisfied with the first Bible conference in the area.” There are already requests to establish a regular series of presentations to the same group, possibly once a month if we can find speakers willing to join the project.
Looking ahead, another seminar is being prepared, focusing on first principle talks, which have generated significant interest. The plan is to use the purchased technology for monthly Bible Classes and to equip additional venues with generators and Starlink for ongoing participation. This initiative aims to expand the reach and impact of Christadelphian teachings in Haiti, fostering continued growth and engagement in the region.
Recently, we found that in addition to problems with gangs and violence, there is also increasing food insecurity. Many come to the school in search of food and help. In recent days, we have had requests for funds to help with this severe and ongoing food crisis, particularly in the Carrefour region, where most of our members reside. There are challenges with getting funds into the country, as gang leaders will wait outside banks and financial institutions where money transfers are sent to steal the funds.
A local brother has been coordinating support for families with food when it is available for distribution. The CBMC has committed to help provide some relief for this emergency and is taking every precaution to ensure the funds get to the brothers and sisters first and to those in dire need as they are able. We ask for prayers to our Heavenly Father, who has blessed us with all we need, and we trust He will also provide for those struggling in this area.
Bill Hlina,
Chairman, CBMC