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"The LORD has done great things for us;
we are filled with joy."
~Psalm 126:3 ESV
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Dear Ministry Partners,
Psalm 126:3 captures the heart of this ministry year. It is a declaration that does not ignore hardship but rises out of it. Israel sang these words after returning from captivity, remembering how God restored what seemed lost. Their joy was not shallow happiness but a deep, faith-filled recognition that God had worked powerfully in the midst of suffering.
For ESMI, this is our testimony as we reflect on 2025.
- In a nation facing crises, God continues to provide.
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In a season when many organizations have withdrawn from Haiti, God has expanded His work through your partnership.
- In moments of uncertainty, God has opened doors we could never open ourselves.
- In the face of hunger, violence, and instability, God has allowed us to feed the hungry, disciple the next generation, train leaders, plant churches, and see thousands come to faith.
Just like the people of Israel, we look back and say with assurance: "The LORD has done great things for us."
And because of His faithfulness, your prayers and your partnership, "we are filled with joy."
Here are the 2025 highlights of ESMI's 4 Es: Evangelism, Education, Empathy and Economical Development.
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EVANGELISM: Church Planting & Leadership Development
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3,963 individuals placed their faith in Jesus Christ as of this moment.
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10 new churches built serving not only as places of worship but also as centers for education and mercy ministry, including food distribution.
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221 churches total across Haiti with 53,000 members.
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396 students in seminary training in 5 different sites across Haiti.
To God be the glory!
Photo of Limbe Church in Cap-Haitian, northern Haiti, started in April 2025, now has an attendance of 1,500. Church is still under renovation and will have a second floor.
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EDUCATION: Investing in Haiti's Future Leaders
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57 schools, Kindergarten - 12th Grade, across the island of Haiti serving 13,000 students, and providing a lunch meal.
| | University of Jeremie - Graduation Service on Saturday, December 6, 2025 | |
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96 graduates from the School of Agriculture, dressed in black and gold, and the School of Nursing, in white and bright green.
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Spectacular celebration with about 3,500 in attendance. The city of Jeremie came out to show their support for the hard work of these graduates.
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6 graduates from the School of Agriculture are currently in Brazil pursuing their Master's degree. Several have found jobs with NGOs, non-government organizations.
To God be the glory!
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EMPATHY: Meeting Physical Needs to Reach the Real Need- The Gospel
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1.4 million people have been displaced according to a recent report from the International Organization of Migration. This is a 36% increase since the end of 2024.
- Gangs have expanded their control to the Centre and Artibonite departments/states which are north of Port-au-Prince.
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Because of your partnership, ESMI constructed 16 2-bedroom apartments for the most vulnerable of displaced families, namely, women with children.
- These 16 apartments will be homes for more than 100 people.
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Hunger on the Rise in Haiti
It's believed that by mid 2026, half of Haiti's population, 5.7 million people will experience acute hunger.
This is due to:
- Spread of gang violence disrupting aid
- Political instability
- Recent hurricane destroying crops
- Poor harvests
Thank you for your partnership and generosity. Together in 2025, ESMI distributed more than 3,500,000 meals.
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Manna Pack Meals
In the past, ESMI was able to pick up these containers of manna pack meals in Port-au-Prince. Now, these are shipped to Cap-Haitien in the north, and then the long journey from the north to the southern part of the island. Cost of shipping and transportation have tripled. But your continued contribution made it possible in 2025.
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Recent Hurricane Melissa Food Relief:
$25k Matching Fund Challenge Goal Met!
THANK YOU!
| | Team purchased food locally in bulk. | | Team made individual bags. | | Food packages delivered to churches for distribution. | | Team visited remote areas to distribute food and share the Gospel. | | |
Thank you for making it possible for our pastors to care for their congregations and communities.
A few Sundays ago, a farmer arrived at the Cavaillon church after losing his entire crop to Hurricane Melissa.
He was unsure where his next meal would come from and was overwhelmed with gratitude when he learned that food would be distributed after the service.
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Jeremie's Medical Center
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ESMI’s medical clinic in Jeremie continues to expand, thanks to generous donations of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.
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The clinic serves those with limited access to healthcare and is growing even more popular with its new pharmacy.
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Dr. Michelove Mathieu, a recent medical school graduate, is already making an impact as a physician in her hometown of Jeremie.
To God be the glory!
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ECONOMICAL DEVELOPMENT
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ESMI’s chicken farm continues to grow stronger, providing both nourishment and meaningful employment for many families in the neighborhood.
- The clean‑water initiative is a vital resource in communities where waterborne illnesses are common.
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Thanks to generous contributions, both the farm and the water business are making a significant impact.
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PRAYERS FOR HAITI
- Pray for peace and stability.
- Pray for the complete elimination of the gangs.
- Pray for the preparations for national election sometime next year.
- Pray for our pastors and their families for strength, protection and encouragement as they serve.
- Pray for the university and theological training programs.
- Pray for the 57 schools with 13,000 students and their teachers.
- Pray for Casa Major School, with 627 students, that needs a matching $25,000 for their lunch program with Trinity Hope for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Pray for funding of the ongoing food distribution program, about $13,500 per container of Manna Pack meals with transportation from north to southern Haiti. ESMI hopes to obtain at least six in 2026.
- Pray for the viability of the ESMI chicken farms and water business.
- Pray that ESMI will be faithful to the mission of transforming Haiti one city at a time through the power of the Gospel.
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On behalf of everyone serving at ESMI, thank you to all who faithfully prayed and generously gave in 2025. Your partnership in the ministry of the Gospel is
deeply valued and appreciated.
In His Service,
Dony St. Germain
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El Shaddai Ministries Int'l, Inc.
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Miami, FL 33129
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"And my God will supply every need of yours
according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
To our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen."
Philippians 4:19-20 (ESV)
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El Shaddai Ministries International, Inc.
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"Transforming Haiti One City at a Time"
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