Sisters of Charity

When Fr. Herve suggested a day trip to Les Cayes, my initial thought was a trip to the Sisters of Charity was a definite must.  Having visited before, I felt very touched, and was hoping to share the experience with our group.  

Upon arrival at the compound, we were met by the jovial Sister Superior.  Even though we came unannounced, she was warm and very willing to show us around the grounds.  We spent about 45 minutes walking from department to department.  Orphaned children from the 2012 earthquake, handicapped children and adults who had been abandoned, and the poorest of the poor whom have been affected by many terrible diseases.  She even described that children are commonly dropped off at their front gate.  One image that sticks in my mind is one worker feeding nearly twelve babies less than a year old, all on the floor waiting eagerly for the spoon to reach their mouths.  The work and compassion of these Sisters is absolutely amazing.  Through her tour and narrative, it was definitely apparent that this truly is a place where miracles happen.

Tim