Dear Friends & Family, It is with heavy hearts, yet with the peace that comes from knowing God’s promises, that we share the passing of Rodelinx, one of our beloved sons in Haiti. On Sunday morning at 10:20 am, October 19, surrounded by love, he peacefully transitioned to his eternal home in Heaven. Rodelinx joined our family in 2000 after his mother passed away. He was five years old, and ever since that day, he has been a blessing and joy to our family. His beloved wife, Thaina, joined our family in 2004, and they became best friends starting in 3rd grade. Many years later, they fell in love and on June 28 of this year, they had a beautiful wedding in our church. It was a memory we all cherish. We will never forget the covenant they made in front of the Lord - to love each other in sickness and in health. We had no idea that day what the next few months would hold… One month after their wedding, Rodelinx was admitted to the ICU in the Dominican Republic. Over those next few weeks, we found out the shocking news that he had advanced liver cancer that had metastasized to his lungs. It was too advanced to do treatment, and we started the process of palliative and hospice care. His desire was to be back in Haiti with his DC family, so we returned to Haiti. The doctors told us at the end of August he might only have a few days to live, but the Lord gave us 7 more weeks with him. Our staff and family were able to visit him, and we had many conversations with him about eternity. He had a peace that passed all understanding, and we will never forget how he honored the Lord those 3 months as his health rapidly declined. Last week, we honored him at his memorial service. Many of our children shared stories and ways Rodelinx impacted their lives, including Thaina. We humbly ask for your prayers—for comfort, strength, and endurance for our family in Haiti. Our hearts are broken, but we grieve with hope knowing we will see him soon. Please also lift up his wife, Thaina, in prayer as she faces this profound loss and leans on God for comfort and hope. Thank you for your continued prayers and love during this time. With gratitude and faith, Danita and Karris