During Holy Week in April of 2016, I traveled with a small group of humble people to Petit-Goave, Haiti on our Servants of Mary Mission. While we were there, I was able to distribute food and clothing to local orphanages, construct and install ceiling fans and Wi-Fi for the Child Jesus School, instruct activities with the elementary school children, assist in the creation of a school soccer field, conduct catechetical classes with all the kids, organize a clothing drive for a

Reflection by Carmen Inoa: In October 2013 I had the opportunity to travel to Petit Goave, Haiti to volunteer at the Child Jesus School (Ecole de L’enfant Jesus), an Elementary school for the poorest of the poor. The children enrolled at this school would not be able to attend school because their families can’t afford the monthly fees required in the school system. Fortunately, the Servants of Mary Center is making it possible for these children to receive an education, sc

Grace and Ellen, were sent to share their gifts of nursing and art at Child Jesus School. They were grateful to have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the welcoming community, learning of the language, food, people's everyday experiences, school children's joy, and love among other things. They have reflected on their time there, as the fruits of the trip continue to flourish in their lives in St. Louis. Reflection by Ellen Schroeder: For all that has been, Mesi (thank