The entire country of Haiti has been shut down since the 7th of February. Protestors are demanding justice in response to $3 billion worth of mismanaged funds by the former government. There are roadblocks everywhere, and the situation is getting worse as water, propane for cooking, and bread are rare. Hospitals cannot function. The President and the Prime Minister are arguing publicly on television. The national political situation is, in a word, tense.In the midst of this, I was in the northern region of Haiti, where I had been speaking … [Read more...]
Hope in the Smokes of Haiti – Report by BGU Student Valery Vital-Herne
Prayer Request – December 2018
In December, we ask students, alumni, and faculty to pray for the following needs:30-40 more students in classes for January 2019. Healing and restoration to health: Students, faculty, staff and friends have been diagnosed with serious issues, some close to us have suffered from death. BGU has a matching gift challenge of $50,000. Please prayerfully consider giving to assist meeting the match. Any gift size is so appreciated. Class of 2019 graduation is around the corner. You will recall how that last push to finish … [Read more...]
Prayer Request – October 2018
Here is a list of prayer requests in October 2018:- Prayer for new students in classes this term to settle into BGU.- Continued prayers needed for a number of BGU staff recovering from surgery, as well as others looking to the Lord for healing in their bodies.- Prayer for those caring for elderly parents…peace, wisdom and patience in how to serve them well.- Pray for students affected by the recent hurricane hitting the coast of Florida. So many lost everything they own. Some BGU students have been affected as far away as … [Read more...]
Prayer Request – June 2018
THANK THE LORD for the 42 students who graduated from 11 countries. PRAY that the Lord continue to bless and demultiply their transformational impact in their communities. THANK THE LORD for the growth in friendships and trust among the staff, faculty and board members during the face-to-face meetings around the graduation weekend. Dr. Orlando Rivera, a BGU professor, passed away in May leaving his wife, Nancy with 10 children, 7 of whom are adopted. Could you please PRAY for Nancy and the children as they seek to make sense of life … [Read more...]
