Keith and Theresa Baker
On May 12, we conducted our annual Fet Mwason, equivalent to a Harvest Holiday. Preparations for this celebration started on the 10th with the dressing of a cow. Meat is a delight for the average Haitian, so it was little surprise that we w [...]
It is always satisfying to complete teaching a course to our college students. At this very time, as Haiti is experiencing political commotion, it is even more rewarding. I have been able to lecture on Romans and New Testament Survey so far [...]
From February 18 until March 8, Theresa and I were in the States. As the violence escalated in Haiti, it became apparent that our presence in St. Raphael could jeopardize our safety and the safety of those with whom we minister. In reality, [...]
As I write this letter, we are in one of our weeklong seminars for young people. We will average 250 each day, and our ladies will fix 10 different meals for the 5 days. Our subject matter is I & II Peter and Jude. At the conclusion of [...]
As I write this, portions of Haiti are in an uproar. Violent demonstrations have dominated the news for several days. Commerce and transportation are at a standstill. There are reports of widespread looting and disorder, with several losing [...]
The last few weeks have been profitable and blessed—profitable, not in money matters but in visitors, and blessed because Solid Rock Baptist Church had its Grand Opening service on August 26. Theresa and I helped our son's family knock door [...]
Theresa and I were able to attend Kevin's graduation at Golden State Baptist College recently. It was a great privilege to be there for that commencement and the activities leading up to that event. This spring we had another honor. Our old [...]
We had a great conclusion of our spring semester for our six college men, with classes during the last two months including the doctrine of man (anthropology), the doctrine of sin (hamartiology), and the doctrine of things to come (eschatol [...]
We enjoy the season between Christmas and Easter in Haiti because it is the most opportune time to teach, conduct personal evangelism, and be involved in construction. The temperatures during the day usually remain in the 80s. Having taught [...]
As a missionary wanting to put a worthwhile update in your hand of the work here in Haiti, it is important to me that what I have to report really connects with you. I know that I don't have to pretend to be king of the apes and try to bamb [...]
