My name is Marty Barber and I am 25 years old. I graduated from Liberty University in May with a bachelor of science in religion. I attend Iron City Baptist Church, Anniston.
I was called to preach in 2012 and called to missions in early 2013.
In July 2013, I made my first trip to Haiti, then again in September 2014 and most recently this summer.
During the trip this summer, we repaired a water well that was broken and helped with medical care. We held crusades three nights in Fontal and two nights in Jacmel City. We also held Vacation Bible School (VBS) for the kids of Fontal.
The defining moment of the trip was when I played soccer with the kids after VBS. That experience interacting with the kids on a personal level was not only good for the kids, but it also was something that changed the course of how I view missions work.
Relationships are very important in the ministry. The language barrier nor the race barrier matters when relationships are built. God breaks down those barriers and when He does, it is one of the most beautiful things you will ever see.
My life has been changed radically. The way I view missions and ministry has been forever changed. I am thankful God called me to Haiti. He has blessed me so much more than I could have ever imagined. I am so excited to see what He has in store in the future.
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