Dear Friends and Family:
We are providing the following update about the unfolding election crisis here in Haiti:
"As has been reported by the media, all the major cities of Haiti have experienced violent demonstrations since the publication of the results of the 28 November presidential and legislative election on the evening of 7 December. Specifically, the electoral board of the Haitian government (CEP) has announced that a popular presidential candidate, Mickey Martelly, did not receive enough votes to participate in the run-off election tentatively scheduled for 16 January, 2011. Martelly’s supporters have taken to the streets accusing the CEP of fraud and shutting down Port-au-Prince and all other major cities in Haiti. All mission staff are safe and keeping a low profile. At this time we do not know how these events will affect scheduled visits from volunteers in January, 2011. While we don’t want to cancel activities without warrant, we are also committed to the safety of all mission staff and volunteers. Please pray that God will grant Haiti peace this Advent season. Pray also that God will grant wisdom to the leaders of Haiti."
Please pray for our health as well as Zach has been sick for some time and is unable to get out and see a doctor because of the unrest.
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