mv300 Partner Letter September 2010
Dear Friend of Missionary Ventures and MV 300 Partner,
Heroes of the faith surround me. I’m overcome with awe at the 119 missionaries who serve with us around the world. They willingly gave up their rights and plans to leave all that’s familiar to share Christ in difficult and dangerous places.
In the picture is one of these heroes, Ed Lockett. In the 14 years Ed has served in Haiti, he’s become more Haitian than American. Walk with him through some of the roughest neighborhoods, and Ed can tell you every child’s name and history. It’s really amazing how he’s taken them into his heart. By unconditionally loving them and being involved in their lives, he shows them how Jesus loves.
One afternoon, I sat with Ed amongst excited children. I was hot, tired, and ready to leave, but Ed was just getting started. There must have been 30 children encircling him, touching his face and hands, and gleefully laughing at his jokes. It was nearly dark before we left because Ed wanted to learn names and hear their stories.
The January earthquake changed Ed forever. Like everyone else, he slept on the streets and went for days without food, water, or shelter. When Ed had a chance to get out, he told me there was no way he’d leave. The children needed him now more than ever. Today God is using Ed to rebuild the lives of those Haitian children and point them to Christ.
Heroes surround me. In my eyes, you’re a hero. Ed couldn’t be in Haiti without you. Thank you for your support this month. Your prayers help Ed and our missionaries serve in over 70 nations. Please continue to pray for Missionary Ventures.
Your partner in missions,
Glen P. Dubois
President, MVI