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oraxx's avatar

My wife had an aunt and uncle who were missionaries in Haiti for many years. Kind and decent people for the most part, but also people who did not have a shred of doubt where their particular brand of Christianity was concerned. That second bit I found creepy to no end. People who go through life with out any doubts about their beliefs are responsible for a great many of the world's problems. I would not be surprised to learn this young couple were afflicted by the 'great white savior' complex.

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Patricia Kayden's avatar

It’s sad that they were killed but Port au Prince is run by gangs. Why dare fate by going there right now? Plus, Haitians don’t need missionaries since most people there are Christians. They need stability and development. Missionaries have nothing substantive to offer them.

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