Jason Leray, Shawn Schilling, Allison Dutka, Kyle Runner, Bradley Lutterloah, Jessica Kaiser, Matthew Ray (Pastor / Team Leader), Hannah Jarman

This morning, Pastor Bryan had the opportunity to pray over our Haiti Mission Team as they prepared to leave Wilmington. We are proud of the commitment this team has made to serve the people of Haiti.

For the next 8 days, they will serve selflessly as they help rebuild homes and ministries affected by the earthquake. Would you take time this week to pray that this would be the most incredible week of their lives as they allow God to use them.

Their going to see things they could never imagine. They will experience tremendous highs and lows. We’re praying they will hear God speak to them like never before. We’re believing they will witness supernatural miracles. We’re expecting to welcome back eight world changers next Saturday.

Want to stay up-t0-date on their work? You can follow them on the Team Haiti Twitter Feed over at http://twitter.com/rockhaiti2010.

Look out Haiti! Here they come!

We still have some unfilled boxes. If you haven’t picked yours up yet, take one home on Sunday and bring it back next week. We will continue receiving boxes for the next few weeks.

On January 12, 2010 a 7.0 earthquake delivered a blow to Haiti and likewise shook the hearts of the whole world. Only several months later much of the media attention has begun to subside. The need, however, is far from over. Some are estimating the rebuilding process in Haiti to last upwards of ten years. This is yet another chance for the Church to stand up and make a difference by leading the way in responding to the needs of these precious people. To play a role in serving, ROCK Church is sending a team of ten to assist in the rebuilding of homes and hearts in Haiti. We will pull out on July 31 and return on August 7. In order to maximize our impact in Haiti, we will be partnering with Healing Place Church in Baton Rouge, LA. They have a massive heart for missions as well as a consistent influx of teams on the ground in Haiti.

The people of ROCK Church responded along with many other churches in donating medical supplies and a generous offering the week after the quake hit. As we all knew though, the need would be far greater than could be met in one opportunity. The cost of this trip to Haiti is $1700 per person. Those attending will be sacrificing work, family, and finances in order to serve and would greatly appreciate any financial assistance you could offer. Here’s a few ways you can help.

// PRAY

We want to encourage everyone to pray for those affected, pray for those responding to the need, and pray about how God would have you get involved

// GIVE

You can give in the offering on Sunday and designate it ‘Haiti Mission Trip‘ or mail in your donations to:

Please Note: “Haiti Mission Trip” with your donation)

FlipSide is heading back to the Baton Rouge Dreamcenter this year. We had an amazing time the past two years partnering with Healing Place Church and serving in one of the most crime ridden and poor areas of Baton Rouge. Through after school programs, street outreach, grocery give-aways, a free clothing boutique, homeless breakfast, etc., we were part of bringing light in the darkness and reaching those forgotten and abandoned by society. If you have a teen ages 13-18, don’t let them miss out on this incredible opportunity.

Early Bird Registration: $400 (by Feb. 28th)
Late Bird Registration: $450 (after Feb. 28th)

This Price is all inclusive (food, lodging, transportation, serving cost). A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot. FlipSide will be participating in various fund raisers to help offset the cost. The schedule for balance of the registration to be paid is as follows…

$90 Due March 28th
$90 Due April 25th
$90 Due May 30th
$80 Due June 20th

Don’t wait… spaces are limited. If you have any questions, contact matthew@rockwilmington.com.

THE NEED.

Tuesday January 12, 2010, Haiti was hit by a devastating 7.0 earthquake. This earthquake is the largest disaster in the western hemisphere in 200 years! Most of Port-au-Prince (the capitol city of Haiti) was destroyed, and there has been tremendous loss of life and property throughout the entire country. This is yet another chance for the church to stand up and make a difference by leading the way in responding to the needs of these precious people. Find out below how you can help.

LEVERAGING PARTNERSHIPS.

We are joining forces with Healing Place Church, C3 Church, Lifepoint Church and others to serve the people of Haiti.

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED.

There are four main ways everyone can get involved to help Haiti.

01. PRAY

We want to encourage everyone to pray for those affected, pray for those responding to the need, and pray about how God would have you get involved.

Join us for a special night of Prayer For Haiti, this Monday, January 18th from 7:00-8:00pm at Lifepoint Church’s Midtown location.

Lifepoint Midtown is located at 740 S College Rd # B directly behind McAllister’s Deli. You can find a map HERE.

02. STAY INFORMED

Stay tuned to this site and to Pastor Bryan’s blog for updates. We also encourage you to support these two organizations.

• Wilmington (ROCK Church, 5301 Sidbury Road, Castle Hayne, NC 28429)
• You can also drop off supplies at the Lifepoint Church Midtown offices

Medications Needed:
Donated medication cannot expire within 9 months. This is a strict Haitian policy that is being enforced.

These items can be purchased over the counter at any local drug store.

• Aspirin
• Tylenol
• Motrin
• Children’s and adult multi-vitamin
• Benadryl
• Neosporin or triple antibiotic
• Oral re-hydration salts
• Cough medications

Medical Supplies Needed:
These items can be purchased over the counter at any local drug store.

• Ace bandages
• Alcohol pads
• Band-aids
• Betadine wipes and sticks
• Gauzes – any size
• Gloves – all sizes, sterile/non-sterile
• Gowns – surgical and patient (head and shoe covers, goggles, masks)
• Pediatric supplies
• Tape – all types
• Thermometers

Items from Doctor’s Offices Needed:
These items can be purchased through a doctor or physicians’ office.

• Zantac (cannot expire within 9 months)
• Hypertension medications
• Blood pressure medications
• Blades – sterile only
• Needles – butterfly, angio catheter
• Compression stockings
• Dressings – sterile and un-sterile (Coban, Tegaderm, Steri-Strip, Surgilast)
• IV supplies – tubing in sterile packages only
• Scalpels
• Sponges – surgical only (includes X-ray detectable)
• Surgical towels – cloth/paper
• Sutures
• Syringes
• Tongue depressors

04. PREPARE FOR FUTURE RECOVERY AND REBUILDING

It will take a long time for Haiti to recover. ROCK Church is determined to serving Haiti for a long time. We are already looking to adjust our missions plans for this year. We are researching sending teams to Haiti to help with recovery. Right now, there is not the opportunity to put teams on the ground. But, in the next 60-90 days, there will be many opportunities for teams to serve.

Start praying now about going. If you feel it is something God wants for you, start getting ready now. We will link up with Healing Place Church in Baton Rouge, LA to send teams. There will opportunities for teams to serve in these areas:

• Construction and clean-up
• Children’s ministry
• Pastoral counseling
• Medical care
• Cooking and feeding

I’ve been watching the reports come in of the devastation from yesterday’s earthquake in Haiti. The loss of life is expected to be massive. The pain and suffering are real. Take a look at this video from Anderson Cooper over at CNN.

This Sunday, come to ROCK Church prepared to give generously to the relief efforts. We will receive a special offering to send to Samaratin’s Purse. They are already loading a plane with supplies. It’s time to pray for Haiti. It’s time to give to Haiti. Let’s be extravagantly generous. It’s time for the church to be the church.