Haiti: An Update from the World Missions Committee

The country of Haiti continues to suffer. There have been no elections since 2016, and the Transitional Presidential Council (CPT) that governed Haiti from April 2024 to February 2026––with a mandate to restore security and organize elections amid deep political instability––has now ended without accomplishing its mission. Instead, the nine members of the now-defunct council have been asked by Haiti’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ULCC) to declare their assets within 30 days of leaving office, as required by law, amid accusations of corruption. Clearly the task of creating a fair system of democracy with integrity––after years of corruption and surrounded by so many competing interests with little resources––is daunting to say the least. 

However, there is progress being made toward establishing a new government that represents all of the people of Haiti without pressure from illegal, outside influences like gangs and drug cartels. Like Marco Rubio said recently in reference to Venezuela, this is not a microwave dinner that you just pop in and it’s ready. The trouble in Haiti has been brewing for the last century. It is only natural that it would take years to get back on the right path, and only God knows how to make it happen. Please pray that the honest, hardworking, Christian Haitian leaders will seek His guidance and that they can hold on long enough for God’s will to come to fruition. 

And in spite of all the negative news, we are happy to be able to share some good news about Haiti with you. The location of our sister church on the island of La Gonâve has become a blessing since we are separated from the mainland and the gang violence. It is an interesting side note that back in 1492 following the Spanish invasion of Hispaniola and the subsequent massacre of indigenous people, survivors fled to the island for safety. It happened again in 2010 after the 7.0 earthquake hit Port-au-Prince. And that is what has been happening over the past few years. Many have fled the gangs and violence of mainland Haiti and sought the remote security of the island of La Gonâve. In fact, as of 2025, nearly 703,000 people have been internally displaced due to gang violence.

However, as more and more people continue to come to the island seeking safety and shelter, there is added strain on our church community. Necessities from the mainland, like gasoline, oil, rice, and medicines, are much more expensive and difficult to transport now. Villages such as Plaine Mapou, where our sister church is located up in the mountains of La Gonâve, are growing. This is a good thing for our remote church and school, but only if we can meet the growing needs.

Construction began in March of 2025 on a wall around the church and school. By building this wall the church will be able to store necessary supplies for lunches and other programs as well as prevent erosion. All that is left to complete the project are adding the gates and building a guardhouse so that someone can be present, even overnight. We hope to complete this project this year. 

Church and school partnerships all over Haiti continue to be Haiti’s best hope for the future. The influx of people to the island means more children and families in our schools learning about Jesus and learning to trust and obey Him in every situation. God is using what the devil means for harm to shine His light in the darkness. Thank you for your partnership and your prayers in this ongoing mission here in Haiti!

Athletes from Haiti walk during the Olympic opening ceremony at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Livigno, Italy, Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

p.s. Who knew that Haiti would send a few athletes to the winter Olympics? Read all about it and their special hand painted uniforms here.