Haiti (MNN) — Accessing Christian radio in the remote areas of Haiti has become much easier, thanks to solar-powered technology.
Haiti, plagued by gang violence and instability, has a desperate need for hope. While Christians can’t always physically reach those in need, radio signals do — uninterrupted and unrestricted. However, traditional radios relied on batteries, which eventually died, leaving listeners isolated from the uplifting messages they needed.
This challenge has been overcome with the introduction of solar-powered radios. Kate Michel from Radio-TV 4VEH, a ministry partner of Trans World Radio, explains:
(Photo of Haitians courtesy of TopSphere Media via Unsplash.)
“When we give these out in communities, we go door to door, share the Gospel with people, and invite them into a relationship with Jesus. Whether they choose to accept Him that day or not, we leave behind a solar radio for that family. It’s tuned to 4VEH, so they can continue to hear the Gospel content.”
The Gospel content includes preaching, programs on farming, health, and family counseling, along with worship music and the recorded audio Bible.
Their impact has inspired many Haitians and international partners to support the ministry. Michel adds:
“Our listeners have been giving to 4VEH for a long time because they see how important it is — not just in their own lives, but they see that as they contribute to 4VEH, they’re sending the Gospel to places in Haiti where they could never go.”
The 4VEH team carries these solar radios as they visit new communities, freely distributing them. Over the past few years, they’ve distributed more than 20,000 radios! In some instances, a single radio has brought believers together, fostering the growth of church communities and planting one church after another.
Michel also highlights the broader vision:
“The whole project is called Resounding Hope, because we just long to hear the hope of Jesus resounding through Haiti’s countryside, across the mountains, and all of that.”
To support the work of 4VEH, visit their website. There, you can explore opportunities to give a financial gift, learn more about the ministry, and discover ways to pray and get involved.
Young Haitian man (photo courtesy of Kelly via Pexels)
