February 4, 2014
Volunteers in Mission Project Planned for Jacmel, Haiti

With the blessing of His Eminence, Metropolitan Hilarion, a Volunteers in Mission (VIM) project has been set for Jacmel, Haiti, from April 25 to May 5. The project will be run by Archpriest John Moses (VIM founder and rector of Holy Myrrhbearers Church in Harrisonburg, VA).

All those interested are invited to download and fill out the volunteer form here and mail it to Fr. John as soon as possible:

Very Rev. John Moses
3648 Middlebrook Village Road
Middlebrook, VA 24459
(540) 256-3938
frj1951@yahoo.com

Those who have worked in previous VIM projects do not need to fill out a new form, but should contact Fr. John by phone or e-mail at their earliest convenience.

Volunteers should commit to raising money not only for their own expenses, but for the benefit of the mission church in Jacmel. All volunteers, as well as those interested in supporting the mission trip, are encouraged to talk to their parish priest about the possibilities.

The number of participants will be limited to 10-12 people. A skilled carpenter will be traveling with the group and will direct the volunteers. The group will also do some sightseeing and participate in the divine services. It is important that every volunteer commit to the full time. Given the difficulty of travel in Haiti, late arrivals or early departures will simply not be possible.

Once interest is indicated, volunteers will receive all important information, including costs for travel, food, and hotel accommodations. There will also be information on possible health concerns, insurance, and visas. Volunteers will need a current passport.

Join VIM in what promises to be a fulfilling and spiritually uplifting experience, and please pray for our brothers and sisters in Haiti and for the VIM project at Jacmel!

Media Office of the Eastern American Diocese