Sponsoring Elcie

For the last week I have been sharing pictures and blog posts of our dear friend (and amazing children's choir leader) Connie's trip to Haiti with Cole and Adrienne. They have both had a million questions and they think Mrs. Connie is the coolest person ever because she went to Haiti on a mission trip.

Adrienne asked if we could just go adopt all the children in the orphanage. I LOVE her heart and I wish it was so easy. I thought a lot about this because Adrienne has been talking about the children a lot this week. I decided there is a way we can help one child in Haiti and hopefully show them love. I went to the Compassion website and searched for children in Haiti. Adrienne found a beautiful little girl for our family to sponsor.

Adrienne is so excited and will not put the picture of Elcie down! I can't wait to share God's love and the love of our family with this little girl. 

Here is the information about our new child Elcie: 

Elcie lives on the plains of Loncy, home to approximately 3,000 residents. Typical houses are constructed of cement and have sheet metal roofs. The most commonly spoken language is Creole.

The regional diet consists of maize, beans, bread, beef, rice and vegetables. Common health problems in this area include coughs, fever and diarrhea. Most adults in Loncy are unemployed but some work as street vendors and earn the equivalent of $21 per month. This community needs employment opportunities, medical and educational facilities, electricity, suitable drinking water and social development.
 
Sponsorship allows the staff of Loncy Child Development Center to provide Elcie with Bible teaching, medical care, social events, recreational activities, academic support, books and uniforms. The center staff will also provide committees and educational classes for the parents or guardians of Elcie.