This from the National Association of Episcopal Schools: "As reported by the Rev. Kesner Ajax on January 23, all Episcopal Church structures in Port-au-Prince and Léogâne have been functionally destroyed.
"All churches, schools, rectories, clinics, and hospitals from Croix des Bouquets to Miragoane are not permitted to be used.
"The Rt. Rev. Jean Zaché Duracin, Bishop of Haiti, remains in residence at an encampment on the soccer field adjacent to the College Ste. Pierre and Cathedrale Ste. Trinite in Port-au-Prince. The encampment has been serving up to 3,000 people, including the children of St. Vincent’s School and the Sisters of St. Margaret.
"Many victims are returning to their home towns, and the movement from Port-au-Prince to the countryside is creating new challenges. As reported by Bishop Duracin on January 23, the diocese of Haiti has now set up at least 21 refugee camps across the country, caring for more than 23,000 people."
The list of damaged or destroyed schools is lengthy and, of course, includes École le Bon Samaritain in Carrefour. The devastation to the infrastructure of Haiti and to the people cannot be overstated. Old St. Andrew's Church along with our partners from all over Connecticut and beyond continue to provide medical relief to those in need in the Waney neighborhood of Carrefour and beyond.
Supplies and donations are still needed. Please, do not forget the people of Haiti and our friends in Carrefour.
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