Haiti Journal

9 Years Old

2011-08-21T13:45:00.002-05:00

Yesterday was Renerlande's Birthday. There was hot dogs, sodas, popcorn, and a cake. The big attraction was when each child received a big red apple. This is something they have never had before as they are imported from the states and cost too much. They were really thrilled to get one.

Hurricane

2011-08-06T12:36:00.002-05:00

Hurricane Emily passed us by. Many people were praying and once again God answered prayer. We are all safe and sound.

School

2011-07-13T08:48:00.004-05:00

Here are the three little children of Kikit. With your help I am going to send them to school. There are no public schools here so someone must pay for tuition, uniforms, books, and other supplies. I am trusting God to speak to someone's heart and that they will sponsor these three precious little children by providing the funds necessary so they can attend school. If you are interested please leave a comment and the information I would need to contact you.

Cholera

2011-07-06T08:43:00.004-05:00

Kikit became sick on Friday and died Sunday morning with cholera. Now the little children will have to suffer even more. I am going to try and help them as much as I can.

Adelle

2011-06-30T08:50:00.009-05:00

It is with great sorrow that I must announce to you the passing of a great worker and friend of the Royal Palm Children's Home here in Haiti. Adelle has been with us for many years working in the kitchen with Madame Jordanny. To the many visitors that have visited us over the years I am sure you will remember her. She passed away yesterday after a lengthy illness. She will be greatly missed by all.

The Story of Kikit

2011-06-09T12:46:00.007-05:00

Kikit did not know when he left his three little children and boarded a truck on that fateful morning that their lives would never again be the same. At 4:53 p.m. on Tuesday January 12, 2010 a 7.0 earthquake stuck Haiti. 316,000 perished and as many as 4,000 had arms and legs amputated as a result of their bones being crushed so badly they could no longer be saved. The truck Kikit was riding in overturned and was badly damaged trapping his left leg. He almost succeeded in escaping the truck but his leg was smashed leaving him standing on his right leg. Because there was so many horrific situations that people were attending to, he stood on his good leg for 3 days before he was freed. Now he lives in this little hut, no electricity, no running water, and no bathroom. His little children suffer because there is no food or money to buy food with. Because you care I was able to give Mirlande the money this morning and she went to the Marchee and bought food. Tonight his three little kids (pictured below) will have a good meal.

Kikit's three little Children

2011-06-08T12:57:00.000-05:00

Fire

2011-06-06T11:21:00.002-05:00

God is still good and watches over us; otherwise I might just be a “Crispy Critter.” As you probably know by now I live in the little room which is above the generator house. The other night while the generator was running an electrical fire broke out in one of the breaker boxes, the flames were shooting up against the ceiling which is cement. Had it not have been made of cement my place would have caught fire with me in it as it was sometime before they were able to extinguish the flames. We have no fire extinguisher and they had to use water once the power was shut off. Any way I am still here and the damage was minimal for which I am thankful.

Little Girls

2011-06-04T08:52:00.005-05:00

Here is the tragic story of two little girls, Watchaline and Obnerline. Their father is deep into Voodoo and drinks Clairin, a form of “White Lightning” made from sugar cane, and stays drunk most of the time. When he is not too wasted to stand he beats their mother unmercifully. Any money he has goes for Clairin and the mother and children go hungry. Their mother and the two little girls are now staying in a little hut behind my house. She has nothing and here in Haiti that means nothing. No welfare, no food stamps and other means so the mother can find help for the little girls. The police will do nothing and there is no such thing as CPS so the mother had no one to turn to. Obnerline, the older of the two cannot finish this year’s school because she cannot pay the rest of the money she owes the school and the school won’t pass her into the next grade until it is paid.

St John's Hospital Joplin, Missouri

2011-05-23T13:29:00.007-05:00

On March 20, just two days over a month ago, I asked you to pray for a friend of mine who was in this hospital on life support. She regained consciousness, had a chance to make everything right with the Lord and after a couple of weeks went to be with the Lord. A tornado ripped though Joplin yesterday and the Hospital is now in ruins. Just look at the cars in the parking lot. Folks the signs of His coming are all around us.l

Birthday

2011-05-16T10:57:00.004-05:00

On Sunday May the 22 I will be 74 years old. When I was young I never thought about being old and that someday it would be hard just to get around. We take so many things for granted in our youth and never stop to give God thanks for the simple things that mean so much to us when we get older. One thing that being older has blessed me with is that I no longer have a desire for material things. My only desire in the time I have left is just to please the Lord. I remember Bud Chambers wrote a song one day entitled, "I wonder have I pleased the Lord." After all, that is the only thing that counts.

Haiti's New President

2011-05-14T02:59:00.001-05:00

Today Michel Martelly, better known as "Sweet Mickey" takes over the reins of the leadership of the Haitian Government as he is sworn in as the new President of Haiti. Shaven-headed, energetic and extroverted, musician Michel "Sweet Micky" Martelly swept into the presidency by wooing Haiti's mostly poor and uneducated electorate with a potent promise of change.

Happy Birthday

2011-05-13T00:31:00.001-05:00

Lindaelle (Baby) turns 14 today. A terrific singer and a sweet little girl who can always be counted on to do her part. She is a great little Christian and a helper to Poppa Bob. Happy Birthday Baby and God bless you with many more.

The only hope for the U.S.A.

2011-05-04T08:20:00.003-05:00

Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land.

2 Chronicles 7:14

Signs of His Coming

2011-05-02T09:09:00.000-05:00

Then he said to them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven.” Luke 21:10:11

Rain

2011-04-29T09:32:00.006-05:00

I sent out a newsletter telling people of the drought we have been having. There was hardly any rain and the gardens were not producing. Then, after I sent that newsletter out, that night it rained the hardest it has rained in a year. Last night it was the same thing. Now, you tell me that God doesn't hear us when we pray. Thank you Lord.

Where are they now?

2011-04-27T13:49:00.004-05:00

38 years ago I arrived in Haiti on M.S. Starward out of Miami. I was met at he dock by Sis. Hodges who informed me that she had a young lady who would begin working with me the next day as a housekeeper and cook. That young ladies name was Lena. Later she married a young man named Archange and they had Jimmy. Lena and Jimmy continued to live with me for a while and one day he was struck by a car. God was good to him and he recovered nicely. After a while I helped Archange get to the States where later he was able to send for Lena and Jimmy. Jimmy did well in school, learned Spanish and English, he already knew Creole and French. He got a scholarship and went to West Point where he graduated with top honors. Today one of my little boys is serving as an Officer with distinction in the United States Army.

Ice

2011-04-25T12:59:00.003-05:00

This is the first ice I have had this year. Thanks to the "Tharps" of Illinois I now have a gas refrigerator and I can now have ice in my soda. Now my food doesn't spoil and everything is kept cold in spite of the fact we have no electricity. Thanks so much for all your kindness and help in making this possible.

Solar Panel/Module

2011-04-25T10:34:00.000-05:00

This is a Solar Panel that produces 135 watts of electricity. While in Haiti we do not have much wind, we do have plenty of sunshine. Therefore, wind turbines which are very efficient in some places, are not the answer the answer for our electrical needs. However, Solar Panels work quite well in converting sunshine to usable electricity. I already have installed a 12 volt 1200 watt inverter and a solar controller/regulator. I have the money to purchase two six volt batteries that can be wired to operate as 12 volts but I do not have a solar panel. I can purchase a 135 watt Solar Panel/Module for $600.00. I would like for you to add this to your prayer list as I have to sleep with a Cpap machine every night and since we do not have electricity sometimes the charge in batteries run out. This would give me protection against electrical failure and guarantee me electrical backup that I so desperately need.

Haitian Rice and Black Beans

2011-04-21T11:03:00.007-05:00

Haitian Black beans and Rice

1 quart water, 1 cup dried black beans, rinsed, 1/2 tablespoon salt, 8 parsley sprigs’ 3 scallions or 3 green onions, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 cup rice

Bring water to boiling. Add beans and cook covered for 1 1/2 hours. Drain beans, reserving liquid, and set aside. Add enough water to bean liquid to equal 2 1/2 cups of liquid. Set aside , in a mortar, pound together to form a paste the salt, parsley, scallions, garlic, and rosemary. Heat oil and seasoning paste in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Put rice in Dutch oven and stir until well coated with oil. Add reserved liquid and bring to a boil, stirring. Add beans and again bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook undisturbed for 20 minutes. Remove cover, stir, and cook about 5 minutes longer, or until no liquid remains. (serves 4)

School Lunch

2011-04-21T09:29:00.003-05:00

Rice and Beans are on the menu for today as the Children get ready to have lunch. While so much is said in the U.S. about nutritious lunches for kids at school one might question rice and beans, that is unless you know that rice and beans together has the same protein value of meat. Not only is it good for the kids but they love them as well. There are no snack foods so they really look forward to lunch.

Meat Market

2011-04-18T09:58:00.007-05:00

When was the last time that you slaughtered a cow in your backyard so that you could have some meat? We do not have a Safeway, a Publix, or a Krogers to go to when we get a craving for some hamburger meat. Here the men are shown dressing out a cow as Violine had just given them instructions as to how she wanted it cut up. Because now we have no electricity it presents a problem as we have no way to keep this quantity of meat without it spoiling.

Petit Goave

2011-04-16T09:38:00.003-05:00

When I mention in my blog or an email that someone has gone into town, it probably means the town of Petit Goave which is about 10 miles from us. For them to go into Port-au-Prince is quite an ordeal. True it is only about 50 miles but a round trip can take up to 6 hours and a $100.00 U.S. in gasoline. Someone asked me recently if we had a Walmart in Petit Goave. The closest Walmart to us is 700 miles away in Florida.

Leno's Birthday

2011-04-15T00:44:00.001-05:00

Leno is a young man who has no father or mother. We give him a place to sleep, feed him, and see that he has what he needs. He runs errands and is always ready to do his part and more around the place. Poppa Bob is purchasing him a flashlight for his Birthday as he told me he needed one to release the guard dogs after the generator is turned off at night. Happy Birthday Leno.

Happy Birthday

2011-04-13T00:04:00.003-05:00

Today is Malissa's Birthday. Poppa Bob wants to wish her a "Happy Birthday." She is a precious little girl who is a great singer and helper around the house.

The View

2011-04-12T09:55:00.006-05:00

God is so good to me. This is the view from "The Upper Room" that I have the privilege of seeing each morning as I awake from my bed and I never fail to thank him for His blessings. To have the necessities of life is enough but this is just an added blessing.

Day after Tomorrow

2011-04-11T09:19:00.004-05:00

The Lord willing Mommy is scheduled to arrive at the Port-au-Prince airport day after tomorrow at 3:00 p.m.. She leaves behind Stephanie, her little family, and Marvick. I know that it will be a sad day in Atlanta as she leaves however everyone here is so excited to see her.

Eating the Mongoose

2011-04-11T08:34:00.004-05:00

Well, this morning they cooked the mongoose. They brought me a piece and the nearest thing I have ever ate that tasted similar was squirrel. Tasted pretty good but it didn't taste like chicken.

Mongoose

2011-04-10T16:51:00.005-05:00

This afternoon I heard a loud commotion and people were running up and down the mountain behind my room. I asked the kids to go see what was going on. It seems they were after a mongoose that had been eating their chickens. I heard a loud cheer and realized that they had caught him. Right now they are preparing to cook him over a charcoal fire and they are supposed to bring me some of it. They say it is real good. I will find out.

Powdered Milk

2011-04-10T12:34:00.000-05:00

With the exception of evaporated milk, milk in the form of powder is all we are able to get. The children love it but it is so terribly expensive ($210.00 Haitian dollars or $26.25 U.S. for this tin) that it is a rarity when we have it. The next time you pass the dairy section, in your local Super Market, just remember how thankful you should be just for the availability of milk and remember the Children here.

Haitian Rice and Black Beans

2011-04-09T10:32:00.006-05:00

Ingredients

2 cups of long grain rice

1 cup of black beans

1 finely chopped onion

1 chopped green pepper

1/4 cup salt pork or bacon cut into small cubes

1 tablespoon of butter2 chopped cloves of garlic

2 tablespoon of vegetable

oil,salt, and pepper to taste

Cook the beans in 4 cups of water for 2 hours or until tender.

When the beans are cooked add the rice and cook until done.

Mr. Bwalo

2011-04-09T09:45:00.003-05:00

God has people all over the world that loves him and lives for him each day. Mr. Bwalo is one of those people. He is 93 years old and almost completely blind but he manages to climb our mountain every once in a while and pray with me. He begins by singing a little chorus and then he begins praying. At the end of his prayer he quotes some scriptures and then finishes by singing a little song. When he reaches out to shake hands you have to take hold of his hand as he cannot see well enough to take yours. God bless Mr. Bwalo and one day, if you live for God, you will have an opportunity to meet him.

Coconuts

2011-04-07T12:57:00.002-05:00

Jordanny is shown here preparing a coconut so we can drink from it. One thing you can count on at all times is that the coconut water is pure and not contaminated. It is refreshing and very satisfying when you are thirsty. After the water is gone, one can eat the fresh coconut on the inside which is delicious. Years ago I used to leave the house and be gone all day visiting churches or places where I was working and I never carried water with me. When I got thirsty I could always find a coconut to quench my thirst.

Watermelon tree?

2011-04-06T11:41:00.003-05:00

Did you ever see a watermelon tree? Have you ever heard of one? Probably not as they do not exist. This is a picture of a Calabash tree with two gourds hanging from it's branches. Under King Henry Christophe, Haiti's only king, they were so valuable that they used them for currency. Today, the Haitian money is still listed as gourds or gourdes. $5.00 is 25 gourdes, $10.00 dollars is 50 gourdes,m $20.00 is 100 gourde and so on. We have a lot of fun with first time visitors showing them our "watermelon trees."

Mommy's trip delayed

2011-04-06T10:36:00.003-05:00

Everyone here is disappointed that Mommy won't be coming home tomorrow. Things beyond our control such as flight cancellations and overbooking has delayed her trip home until Wednesday the 13th. Though we were so looking forward to seeing her tomorrow, I have learned over the years to not question events that befall us. You can find patience and understanding if you believe in Romans 8:28 "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." So with that in mind we will be looking forwarde to seeing her next Wednesday.

My little friends

2011-04-06T09:36:00.004-05:00

God is so good to me. Bugs hang out around a light and therefore present a problem in your home. However, there are enough cracks in my house that "my little friends" come in and control the bug and mosquito problem. Here you will see one of them, a tiny lizard, as he is keeping my room bug free. I do not have to feed and water them and they come and go as they please. A tiny four legged blessing that God has sent to make my life better and I thank Him for it.

Mommy is coming home.

2011-04-04T13:20:00.004-05:00

Every one here will be looking up in the sky on Thursday as Mommy is expected to return. While everyone here will be excited and happy to see her, I know that there will be those in Atlanta that will be sad to see her leave. She makes our home here complete and without her it just doesn't seem right. Pray that she will have a safe trip and arrive home feeling good.

Renerlande

2011-04-03T09:19:00.003-05:00

My little "Haitian" sweetheart Renerlande is shown here as she looked when she returned from a wedding last Thursday. She has a special place in Poppa Bob's heart. She will climb the hill several times a day to help me around my place. One time I asked her what her favorite food was and she replied, "Cornflakes." That is a special treat here as they are quite expensive once you figure in the powdered milk and sugar as well. Poppa Bob has them for the kids as often as he can as nothing makes me more happy than to fill their little tummies with good things.

Oui or no

2011-04-02T10:53:00.003-05:00

This is my pig and the only livestock I own here in Haiti. I purchased her about 6 months ago and was planning a feast when Mommy came home from the Hospital. Well, Mommy is coming home on the 7th. and now I don't know if I will have the courage to slaughter her. How could you not get attached to a face like that. Some people said she was ugly but maybe I have been in Haiti too long as she looks pretty good to me. What do you think?

Exampt's little tent

2011-04-02T09:01:00.005-05:00

Would you like to do something today that you would feel good about? Here is someone you could help and not only would it make you feel good, but you could help change a life forever. Exampt is a good little Christian boy who lives in a little tent out behind his Mother’s house. His Grandparents are deep into Voodoo and his Grandmother is a Voodoo priestess. His Mother, who is very ill, is not able to send him to school. He came to me this morning and told me that unless he pays for his school tuition he will not be able to take his examinations and consequently lose everything he has struggled for this past year. The past month has been difficult for me and I do not have the money to help him. He needs $50.00 to finish out this semester. If you would like to help him you must do it this week end so he can go back to school this coming week. If you would like to help please email me at: missionarybobjones@hotmail.com

Birthday

2011-03-25T14:28:00.003-05:00

Today is Exampt's birthday. He is now 16 years old.

Happy Birthday Son.

Mirlande's New Baby

2011-03-24T15:44:00.002-05:00

Here is a picture of Mirlande's new baby girl born just this morning. She was about 6 hours old when this picture was taken.

Updates

2011-03-24T10:32:00.005-05:00

Mirlande .... The latest report is that she is coming home with a new baby girl. Though it is not confirmed I believe that both mother and baby are doing just fine.

Joyce Mitchell ... She is in St John's hospital in Joplin, Missouri. She has been taken off the respirator and moved from ICU to her own room. This is a miracle from God and we are asking you to believe with us for her complete healing.

Mirlande

2011-03-24T08:43:00.004-05:00

Remember Mirlande? She is the young lady next door who is such a prayer warrior and full of the Holy Ghost. She is the one who spoke the words to me, "Pastor Bob,they are just things." (see previous post January 28th. 2011) I want you to remember her in prayer this morning as she went into the hospital this morning to have her baby. I know she needs not only our prayers but help as well to help her pay some expenses. Every penny you send will be given to her for this purpose. Please let God speak to you heart as she is such a precious person that loves God with all her heart. Let me know in the comments and I will let you know how to send it.

Wilson, Then And Now

2011-03-20T09:19:00.009-05:00

When Wilson came to us a few years ago he had just lost his mother and father and had no where to go. Taken in by some people who used him to get mone for their own needs he was scared, hungry, had never been to school and knew nothing about prayer. Now he is a great little prayer warrior and is happy all the time as this picture that was taken of him yesterday shows. Before he goes to bed at night he comes to me and we say our prayers together. He is a precious and sweet little man whom Poppa Bob Loves very much.

In Need Of Prayer

2011-03-20T09:02:00.004-05:00

Joyce Mitchell a dear friend of mine whom I have known for over 50 years is lying in the ICU unit of the St. John's Medical Center in Joplin Missouri this morning on a respirator. I am praying and believing God for a complete recovery. I am asking you to stand with me in prayer for her as our God is a God of miracles. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family as well.

McHaiti

2011-03-16T11:22:00.006-05:00

No hamburgers, no pizzas, no ice cream, no fried chicken, and no french fries. Without all the trans fat and high calories it make you wonder why their life span is shorter than those in the U.S. where people have access to all of these things.

Rev. Gil Pearson

2011-03-14T11:53:00.003-05:00

Rev. Gil Pearson is with us. He has been such a blessing in so many ways, He is a dynamic speaker and has been enjoyed by all. He is also a gifted artist who has done many professional works and has been painting "The Upper Room" on my little place above the generator house. He has been here before and if the Lord tarries we expect to see him back here again. God bless you Bro. Gil.

Joshua 1:9

2011-03-04T09:11:00.003-05:00

"This is my command--be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."

Update on Mommy

2011-03-01T10:42:00.002-05:00

Praise the Lord Mommy went through the procedures and they found nothing wrong with her heart but they are concered about a lump in her stomach. I know that God will bring her through every difficulty and believe that she will soon be back here with us in Haiti. Keep her in your thoughts and prayers and thanks for praying for her.

Club Saturday

2011-02-26T16:01:00.005-05:00

Today was another "Club Saturday" and Bianca was really involved with her juice as this picture was taken. It is such a beautiful sight to see the little ones with food in their hands and having a good time. This sight has thrilled me for over 40 years and ceases to make me happy.

Happy Birthday Mommy

2011-02-25T08:46:00.005-05:00

Mommy's birthday was yesterday. I called her last night and sang "Happy Birthday" to her. She is anxious to come home and we are anxious too. Keep praying for her.

Update on Rev. Todd Lugli

2011-02-24T16:26:00.000-05:00

Praise the Lord!

My heart is good and my arteries are clear! I really do believe it is a miracle! I am now left with a numb left arm and a sore neck and chest, but if God healed the hard stuff He definitely can deal with the rest! Please continue to pray but I am on my way out! I am leading a large and very important Medical & Ministry team to Haiti next Thursday 3/3/11

(I just received this email and I want to thank everyone of you for praying for Todd. He has a heart for Haiti and is doing a fabulous job representing "Royal Palm Children's Home" here in Haiti.)

For the kids

2011-02-23T13:26:00.005-05:00

Mirlande has just returned after going to the market to pick up some goodies for the children when they come in from school. They are always hungry for a snack and cannot wait until supper.

Ricardo

2011-02-23T00:23:00.000-05:00

Today is Ricardo's birthday. "Happy Birthday" Ricardo and yes, Poppa Bob has not forgotten you and you will get your present. Thanks for being such a good boy this past year.

We are sad

2011-02-22T17:49:00.001-05:00

A phone call has changed our celebration into a time of sadness. Mommy was scheduled to come home tomorrow but she called and said that the doctor who had been treating her has said she cannot come at this time. Her blood pressure was too high and he was concerned about her heart. I know that God is able and I ask you to pray with us that she will get a release and be able to come home in a few days and this was only a short delay. God is our healer and we stand on His promises.

Mommy is coming home.

2011-02-22T07:01:00.002-05:00

Tomorrow is the big day. Mommy is scheduled to return after being in the States visiting with her daughter and grandchildren. Everyone here is so excited but I know that those she is leaving hate to see her go.

Big Sandwich for a Little Girl

2011-02-21T12:19:00.004-05:00

Will she eat it all? Never fear she will finish it off in short time. A fresh bread and peanut butter sandwich is hard to beat and the kids really do enjoy it. Of course, the juice is great too.

Lena and Acues

2011-02-20T14:07:00.003-05:00

On December 2, 1973 the MS Starward sailed into the harbor at Port-au-Prince with my Father, Mother, a green Toyota Land Cruiser and myself. I had fulfilled a calling I had to come to Haiti. I was met at the dock by a Bro. and Sis. Hodges who told me my house was ready and that they had found a girl to work for me taking care of the house, shopping, etc. The next day Lena Toutou showed up and has been a worker and close friend ever since. Here she is shown with her husband, Acues, who is visiting us here in Haiti at the moment. They live in Miami, Florida and are blessed to have every of their children living for God.

"Club Saturday"

2011-02-20T11:53:00.002-05:00

Yesterday was another "Club Saturday" with the kids having a great time. A special treat of juice, peanut butter and bread was served to each one. Kids from all around attend to have a good time and hear Bible stories.

Luke 13:24 KJV

2011-02-20T09:20:00.001-05:00

DO YOU GO TO A CHURCH AND IF YOU DO THEN WHY?

To put it plain and simple so anyone can understand, there is only one of two reasons why people go to church. One is PREFERENCE and the other is CONVICTION. The sad part is that "many" churchgoers* fall in the former category and not the latter.

“Strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able.” Luke 13:24

3 More people I truly love

2011-02-19T01:53:00.000-05:00

Here are three more people whom I love with all my heart. They are my Son Robert who is Pastor of two churches in California, Violine who has been with me for over 30 years and Marvick who is now in Atlanta, GA attending school. My but I miss them. This picture was taken in 2006 and Marvick has grown a lot.

Happy Birthday

2011-02-18T07:00:00.004-05:00

Velouse, or Vicki as most people know her, is Mommy and Poppy's daughter. She is also head of our local school. She has been with me since he was a little girl and I always referred to her as "my little model." Being not only beautiful but talented as well she is loved by everyone. Poppa Bob loves her dearly and wants to wish her a "Happy Birthday" today, Friday the 18th.

My View

2011-02-17T09:06:00.002-05:00

Though it was a hazy day yesterday when this picture was taken you can yet see the magnificent view that I have from my room. I am so happy that God has made it possible I can live my life here in such a beautiful place. Sure we don't have Walmart but when was the last time you saw such a view from their parking lot

Mangoes

2011-02-16T15:13:00.006-05:00

This morning I thought I would share with you another picture of "The Upper Room" that I now call my home. I wanted you to notice the mangoes hanging on the tree in the foreground. They will soon be ripe and when they are they won't last long as the kids will see to that.

Telephone

2011-02-16T09:18:00.004-05:00

In the past it was almost impossible to reach me by phone but now the situation is much better. You can call me here in Haiti at (916) 226-4091. The charges to your phone is the same as making a call to California. If you are in area code (916) it is just a local call. Our time here is the same as Eastern Standard Time. We are keeping our telephone on 24/7. The number I gave you is my private number. The number for the main house is (916) 265-0479. I am usually awake by 7:00 a.m. and usually go to bed around 10:00 p.m. so give me a call at your convenience. I would be happy to hear from you,.

Josiat

2011-02-15T08:00:00.000-05:00

Recently in the article "Life Changing Experience" I mentioned the young lady next door by the name of Mirlande. Anyway, this is her baby boy Josiat. I thought I would share this with you as she is so proud of him, he being her only son.

Mommy

2011-02-14T10:12:00.002-05:00

Too much can never be said about "Mommy." For over 30 years she has been by my side and proved to be one of the most precious people God ever placed on this earth. Through the highs and lows she has always remained steady in her faith. When it looked like cancer would claim her, as it did her mother, we claimed deliverance and God has brought her through. This morning I received a call from her wishing me a Happy Valentine's Day. She is in Atlanta visiting with her daughter and grandchildren. She told me she was so homesick for Haiti and the children of our home that her trip would be cut short and she would be back within a few days. All I can say is, "Hurry home Mommy, we all love and miss you so much."

Church Women

2011-02-14T08:02:00.000-05:00

Not too long ago we were doing some construction and needed some concrete blocks that were down at the bottom of the hill. All the guys were busy but lo and behold the women of the Church chipped in and began carrying blocks up the hill on top of their heads. Before long the construction was able to continue. I just had to share this with everyone as I am so proud of the "Church Women" we have here at "The First Pentecostal Church of Fond Doux."

My Sunday Dinner

2011-02-13T16:43:00.002-05:00

I just wanted to share with you my evening meal here in Haiti. It consists of Goat, Fried Plantains, and Pickles, which is a spicy Haitian Cole Slaw. It sure was good.

Ignorance and Apathy

2011-02-13T09:33:00.001-05:00

A preacher had been preaching with great fervor about how people in our churches today hardly ever read their Bible and seemed not really concerned about the time in which we are living. He said, “The trouble with people today is ignorance and apathy.” He turned to one of his deacons and said, “Isn’t that right?,” to which the deacon replied, “I don’t know and I don’t care.”

Club Saturday

2011-02-12T11:20:00.002-05:00

Today is “Club Saturday” or that is the name the kids have given it. It is a special time that the kids of the area can get together, play, hear Bible stories, eat and just have a good time. They look forward to it each Saturday. The year before the earthquake hit we had feed over 13,000 little kids in our “Club Saturday” and “School Feeding Canteen.” This is in addition to the Children we feed in our home each day. Since the earthquake schools can no longer operate in a building but only under a tent or canopy.

Gas Refrigerator

2011-02-12T08:56:00.003-05:00

Please help me pray for a gas refrigerator. Since we have no electricity, except when the generator is running, food cannot keep due to the "tropical" heat. I have been sick twice this month from eating food that had not been kept cold.

My Mother

2011-02-10T08:41:00.003-05:00

Today my mind goes back to the most precious person I can remember. It is the birthday of my Mother, whom if she were still alive, would be 106 years old today. I still have fond memories of her and look forward the day I will see her once again. That will be a "glad reunion day."

Renerlande

2011-02-09T10:17:00.005-05:00

This is Poppa Bob's little sweetheart. She is always smiling and is my little helper. The picture here was taken after she had just been in a wedding. Her favorite food is cornflakes. I am always happy when she and the other children come in from school and are hungry. I try to keep different snacks on hand that will hold them over till dinnertime. They make my day everyday. Only God knows how much I love my little kids.

"The Upper Room"

2011-02-06T15:08:00.001-05:00

This is the place that is "Home Sweet Home" for me. I sure do thank the Lord for His blessings.

My Room

2011-02-06T13:10:00.003-05:00

I finally got moved into my "Upper Room" that was built over the generator house. I sure do like it. It is small but very cool and I can see out every direction. Thank the Lord

Life changing experience

2011-01-28T22:30:00.000-05:00

I will be 74 years old on the 22^nd of May, have been in church all my life and gave my heart to the Lord at the tender age of eight. Yet, during all that time, I have never heard God speak out loud in an audible voice. All of that all changed on January the 28^th 2011 when He spoke to me. At that instant my life changed and I will never be the same again. Let me back up just a little bit and explain to you what took place that prompted God to speak to me these words. It all started a little over a year ago when I decided to build me a little room over the top of the generator house and free up the two rooms I was occupying so we would have more space for our growing family. I named my place “The Upper Room” not knowing that I was about to experience the same Spiritual manifestation that they experienced in the upper room in Jerusalem as recorded in Acts 2:5-11. On January the 20^th I moved out of my old place and climbed the stairs to my new room thinking that this would more than likely be my last move here on earth. I was so happy to be in my new room and that they had moved my things in without breaking them. Things are so hard to come by here in Haiti and most of my things were either shipped in or brought in at great expense over the past 38 years. Everything was going too well and the devil could not stand to see God’s servant blessed so he began his work of trying to destroy my happiness. While working on my electric the electrician connected the wrong wire and produced an electrical surge that destroyed some transformers leaving me without my telephone or internet services. It destroyed the transformer on my cordless drill rendering it useless. My T.V., CD and DVD player were knocked out and my special low wattage light bulbs were also fried. I sat on the side of my bed with my head in my hands and felt totally beaten. I got deathly sick and in my despair I sent for Mirlande, a young mother who lives in a little hut next door who is born again and full of the Holy Ghost. She came in and brought with her another young lady who is also a prayer warrior. Neither of them speaks a word of English but their earnest and honest prayers in Creole filled the room and then it happened, the moment that changed my life forever. Mirlande laid her hand on my shoulder and God spoke these words through her in perfect English without a hint or trace of an accent, “Pastor Bob, they are just things.” Instantly I felt the heavy oppression lift and though I still care, things really don’t mean that much to me anymore. When asked the next day if she remembered laying her hand on my shoulder Mirlande replied yes, when she was asked if she remembered what she said she replied, “No, at that time I was speaking in tongues.”

My little kids and their pate

2010-09-12T10:37:00.007-05:00

Yesterday some of my little kids got hold of some bread dough. They were so excited that they came to me and told me that they were going to make me a pate consisting of cinnamon, sugar, and two wieners. One of them went off in search of some oil and came back with a little in a bottle. Then, they found an old skillet that was no longer in use. When they went into the kitchen they were told they could not use the kitchen as they would make a mess. They were not deterred, they sent a couple of the little ones to find sticks and they came back with a pile of sticks they had found in the brush close to our house. One of them begin to get rocks together and soon they had a little fire going. This is the reason I have spent over half my life here in Haiti. The pate they brought me was a little burned but it was more delicious to me than a meal at a 5 star restaurant. You can keep your high life but I prefer to be here with my little kids. Only God knows how much I love them. They make my day everyday.

Ti Iute

2010-07-07T15:44:00.005-05:00

This is Ti Iute. (Pronounced Tea eye oot) She has no room with frilly ruffled curtains, no matching bedspread with big Teddy bears and Dolls laying on her bed. There is no Mother or Father to care for her. She is an Orphan. Her existence on earth, she had no control over. Her unmarried mother became pregnant with her. When her Grandmother found out that her daughter was pregnant she beat her so bad that she left her mentally disabled and crippled for life. Now she is dying and Ti Iute has found her way to us. She is so tiny that when she comes into my room I never notice her until I feel someone patting my arm. I will say, “I love you” and she will respond by saying , “I love you too.” She crawls up into my big desk chair and many times goes to sleep there. I took this picture as she was doing just that. This is the reason I came to Haiti over 40 years ago. With your help I will do my best to help little ones such as “Ti Iute” until the Lord calls me home.

Missionary Bob C Jones

"The Upper Room"

2010-06-26T15:07:00.015-05:00

My own place, called the "Upper Room" is being built over the generator house. I have chosen to spend the remainder of my years here in Haiti and not to return to the States. By building this I will have one room and a porch. That is really all I will need. I have lived in the same house with all of the Children for the past 26 years and now at 73 I find myself desiring the peace one find by being alone. I have never asked for anything personal in all my years in

Haiti

but if you would like to help me out with this I would appreciate it as I will not use funds that are meant for other things. I will list the names of those who help me here but not the amount of the gift. Thank you folks so much.

1. Sherri and Pat Leigh of Florida

2. Dawn and Tom Ramey of Texas

SENDING DONATIONS TO HAITI
Ask for a Money-gram at any Wal-Mart Store
Send to:

Jean-David Sainnatus
Haiti

EMAIL ME:
1.Town where it is being sent from.
2.Name of the person sending it.
3.That person’s telephone number.
4.The amount being sent.
5.The transfer number.

2010-06-26T14:37:00.002-05:00

THE UPPER ROOM

2010-06-25T17:32:00.000-05:00

THE UPPER ROOM

I wait and watch the progress, that soon will be my “Home”.

The name I chose was UPPER ROOM, just one to call my own.

The roof is partly covered now, the house is shaping up..

I’m getting really anxious, but the wait sometimes is tough.

The finance’s are unstable, sometimes its really thin..

God knows my situation though, and speaks to hearts of men.

In all these years He’s never failed me, not ever, not one time.

He says to me “Don’t worry, I care for what is mine”.

He’s blessed me with these children, to Love, to Care and Feed..

He knows I can’t desert them, so he meets every need…

and on their precious faces, the words He spoke, I see..

“If you’ve done unto one of these, you’ve done it unto me”.

So when my house is finished and I am finally there..

My Upper Room I will anoint, and bow my knees in prayer,

And Thank him for His Mercy, and Blessings he has shown..

and do my best until he takes me, to my final home.

I know it’s temporary, it’s only for awhile..

I only pray that he will say someday “Well done my child”.

And I can look into God’s face and see that he is pleased..

that I had ran this race for him, and managed to succeed.

NOTE: This poem was written by a lady who saw my blog.

I thought it was so nice I had to share it.

There is dumb and there is dumb.

2010-06-23T21:59:00.000-05:00

This picture was too much and I just had to share it with everyone. Didn't anyone tell the guy he was to back the boat in to launch it? No, what they told him was

Think about it.

2010-06-17T11:50:00.000-05:00

"If you choke a Smurf, what color does he turn.?

Have you heard?

2010-06-17T11:45:00.000-05:00

"Energizer Bunny arrested and charged with battery."

Sleeping Outside

2010-05-08T14:35:00.002-05:00

Some are still sleeping outside because here these many months later we are still having aftershocks. One of 4.5 was recorded in Port au Prince recently. I am going to be adding to my blog more in the future as I have been letting down since the earthquake.

Mark Allen Vinelon

2010-03-31T10:50:00.004-05:00

I am happy to announce an answer to prayer. For some years now I have been praying that God would provide someone who could come in and take up the work load that Poppy and myself cannot do anymore. I had hoped that that person would be Mark Allen. He was working in Port au Prince and his wife Cynthia was working at a local Bank there so it didn't look like that was going to happen. The earthquake changed all that. The Bank where Cynthia was working was damaged so badly that they couldn't operate. They came down after the quake and God began to deal with them about working here. Now that decision has been made and I am thrilled beyond words. I will be 73 in May and one never knows what the future holds. I shall be working with Mark and now should something happen to me I know he will be able to continue to do the work here for years to come. Remember him in your prayers.

N.Y. Times Reports

2010-03-01T12:19:00.003-05:00

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — Along the capital’s main commercial strip dozens of armed men some wielding machetes, others with sharpened pieces of wood — dodged from storefront to storefront, battering down doors and hauling away whatever they could carry: shoes, luggage, rolls of carpet. There were also reports of attacks on aid deliveries. Fred Lavaud, who works on the security detail of Haiti’s president, René Préval, described scenes of women who were assaulted after receiving food. “The problem is there’s no control,” he said. “And people are desperate.” Note: Fred is the husband of Yolande who is one of our girls.

Left Standing

2010-02-12T08:44:00.003-05:00

Can you believe this? After the earthquake that destroyed everything else around it, this was the only thing left standing.

Three Days

2010-02-12T08:39:00.001-05:00

Thirty five years ago I was in a meeting in Port-au-Prince where it was prophesied that the last great Revival that was to take place before the 2nd coming of Jesus would begin in Haiti and from there would spread around the world. Since then there have been numerous times practically the same thing was spoken or prophesied. Before the earthquake on January 12, 2010 a lady in the States had a vision. She was told to warn the leaders of Haiti that a great catastrophe was coming upon the country and called for three days of fasting and prayer. She came to Haiti and asked to speak to the President of Haiti. She was refused. She then sent a message and it was returned unopened. The greatest catastrophe that has ever struck this country came only a few days later. Between 150,000 and 200,000 people were killed and up to 1 million injured. There has been up to 200,000 amputees since January 12. The infrastructure of Haiti is gone. The National Palace, the Palace of Justice, and most other government buildings were destroyed. Food, medicines, water, and other basic necessities had to be brought it from outside the country. Now, the same lady is back with the same message only this time it is different. She still calls for 3 days of fasting and prayer over all the country of Haiti to ask for God’s grace and mercy. This time she got through to the President and the Nation’s leaders. Tomorrow, one month since the quake, Saturday and Sunday a national referendum has called for all businesses to close. All government offices will be closed and people from all over Haiti regardless of their religious affiliation will observe the three days of Fasting and Prayer. Because of the horrific earthquake that brought such devastation to the people and the country of Haiti everyone in the world knows about Haiti. The news networks from all over the world sent reporters here who broadcast through a satellite uplink the stories and pictures of human tragedy. No one now asks, “Where is Haiti” for they all know. Now I ask you, “Are these three days the time the beginning of the last great revival before the coming of Jesus that was prophesied? I believe it is. When we were out of food and water one of our little girls had a vision or a dream one night. She said that in her dream she and all the children were seated at a big table under a large tent. She said there was plenty of food to eat and she could eat all she wanted and not be hungry anymore. She said she looked up and saw through the top of the tent and God was seated looking at a book. He raised His head and said in Creole, “Jesus is coming soon.” She said he went on to say the same phrase in every other language of the world.” Could all of this be true and this is the last revival before His coming? You decide for yourself.

Earthquake Jan. 12, 2010

2010-01-22T22:04:00.003-05:00

(This is a photo of the 5 story Hotel Le Regent that I lived in for 10 years.)

ROYAL PALM CHILDREN’S HOME Fond Doux, Haiti W.I. It was a few minutes after 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday January 12 when the house began to jerk violently. I was sitting on the side of my bed. Little Children began to scream but they could not run to get help. As they tried to run they fell as no one could stand when the earthquake hit. Daniel, one of our boys who attends a school in Petit Goave had just arrived home. He left the school at 3:00 p.m. and was encouraged to stay for a special event but he came on home. The school he was in all day was completely destroyed, one floor collapsing on another. All left in the school were dead. Violine was sitting in a chair and was thrown to the other side of the room but she was alright. With the exception of some cuts and bruises all the children and young people in our home were accounted for. The electrical poles and transformers fell with a mighty crash and when night fell it was total darkness. You could hear crying coming from different huts as people were told that their loved ones were dead. A pastor who has a Church next to us lost two of his daughters. One died instantly, or so he thinks as her body was never located, and the other was seriously injured and died Sunday morning. People began to come to our home to use the phone to call their folks in the States. They pushed one lady up the hill on a bicycle with a compound fracture to her leg. It was bandaged and blood was seeping through. They carried her to the phone where she called her people in the U.S. to inform them that she was alright but the rest of the family was gone. Others came with horror stories you cannot believe. The little town close to us is completely destroyed. You could not drive down the streets as homes there were destroyed filled the street. Our home was damaged but still stood. Cracks appeared in the Church but it to is still standing. People of the area are in desperate need as no help has in our area. The city next to us of Petit Goave is completely gone. The smell of rotting bodies is so strong that people have to wear rags over they nose and mouth to be able to breathe. We have no water and the food is not nearly enough for everyone to have what they need. We go out daily trying to find something for the Children here. We are in desperate need of power so we can pump water out of our 195 ft. deep well. If we could do this we could supply drinking water to the entire village of Fond Doux thousands of people make their homes. Now they are drinking contaminated water and many are sick with dysentery. If something doesn’t happen fast there will be an outbreak of typhoid. Help from around the world has not reached us yet. Relief supplies of food and water have been distributed in Port au Prince and some other areas but have not reached us as yet. In all the 35 years I have been here I have never witnessed anything compared to this. In spite of this we continue to hold services in the dark and the power of God is so real. Pray for our Children as school cannot be resumed this year because of the infrastructure that is broken down. Pray for our Pastors who have lost so many of their congregation and loved ones. Pray that God will bless us with enough funds to purchase a much needed generator for our Orphanage and Mission’s Compound. Missionary Bob C. Jones

Renerlande and her "Corn Flakes."

2010-01-01T14:21:00.003-05:00

I mentioned in a letter I sent out before Christmas that I had asked one little girl the question, "If you could have anything in the world for Christmas, what would it be." She thought for a moment and then said "Corn Flakes." I just wanted to let you know that Renerlande got her Corn Flakes. Not only did she get her Corn Flakes but she received a little doll as well. Thanks to those of you who helped make this possible.

It is 2010

2010-01-01T12:56:00.004-05:00

I just want to let everyone out there know that we at the Royal Palm Children's home here in Haiti wish you a very "Happy New Year." I want to thank each one of you who has helped us over the past year and to let you know that you are in our prayers. This year in the Feeding Program we were able to feed a hot meal to 13,347 Children. That along with taking care of the Children in our home makes me thankful for what God has done.

Christmas/New Years Party; 2009

2009-12-28T18:50:00.003-05:00

Today was a big day at Fond Doux here in Haiti. It was the annual Christmas/New Year party for the Children of the area. 364 Children met together to have a fried chicken dinner, along with juice. After they received presents, cookies, candies, and other goodies. They had such a good time and everyone went away happy.

Christmas Eve Photos 2009

2009-12-25T11:58:00.003-05:00

The kids had a great time on "Christmas Eve" this year. We made them sloppy joes, baked beans, and Cole Slaw. Each one received a sack full of cookies, candies, and popcorn. Gifts had not arrived from the States but will be here in January., Until then the tree stays up and another party is planned for that time as well. Thanks to everyone of you who has helped make this possible. Oh, by the way, we purchased a case of Corn Flakes and I will be putting pictures of this in the blog as well. Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas

2009-12-25T02:55:00.001-05:00

A woman was out Christmas shopping with her two children. After many hours of looking at row after row of toys and everything else imaginable; and after hours of hearing both her children asking for everything they saw on those many shelves, she finally made it to the elevator with her two kids.

She was feeling what so many of us feel during the holiday season time of the year - overwhelming pressure to go to every party, every housewarming, taste all the holiday food and treats, getting that perfect gift for every single person on our shopping list, making sure we don't forget anyone on our card list, and the pressure of making sure we respond to everyone who
sent us a card.

Finally the elevator doors opened, and there was already a crowd in the car. She pushed her way into the car and dragged her two kids in with her and all the bags of stuff. When the doors closed, she couldn't take it anymore and she stated, "Whoever started this whole Christmas thing should be found, strung up and shot."

From the back of the car, everyone heard a quiet, calm voice respond, "Don't worry, we already crucified Him." For the rest of the trip down in the elevator, it was so quiet you could have heard a pin drop. This year, don't forget to keep "the One who started this whole Christmas thing" in your every thought, deed, purchase, and words. If we all did it, just think of how different this whole world would be.

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son; that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
(John 3:16)

May your Christmas be full of joy and blessings.

Santa's Helpers

2009-12-24T00:46:00.001-05:00

"What do you call Santa's helpers? " ..............Subordinate Clauses.

Mary Ange's Birthday

2009-12-24T00:00:00.002-05:00

The voice of an "Angel" singing. That is Mary Ange. She came to us when she was 6 years old and has been a tremendous person all her life. She is the Praise and Worship leader in our church and I am here to tell you they don't come any better. All our love to you Mary Ange. "Happy Birthday. "

Wilson's Birthday

2009-12-18T00:00:00.003-05:00

Wilson was orphaned when his mother and father were both killed in seperate accidents. He came to us and are we ever glad. He is so precious and extremely smart. We all love him so much and he is a loving child. "Happy Birthday Wilson."