A Shining Example
// Rachel DeTellis
Esdras Jules’ success can be attributed to some key things. He grew up with a godly mother and then decided to follow Christ himself.
He was blessed with a good mind to excel in school and has always been a hard worker. Although he had these advantages, he also had many challenges.
His father, a pastor, was tragically killed in a bicycle accident—leaving his mom, Denise, to raise Esdras and his five brothers alone. Even though she worked as one of our school cooks, their financial situation was difficult.
A huge thank you to John Noland who sponsored Esdras for 14 years. Esdras is forever grateful!
Despite these trials, Esdras was always the top of his class and when he reached his final year of high school, one of his teachers recognized his ability and steered him towards the Universite Etat d’Haiti where he studied architecture.
God then opened a door of employment within the Haitian government. Esdras is employed as an architect working with historical structures and monuments, and will be part of the team that rebuilds the national palace that collapsed in the 2010 earthquake. He is a shining example of obedience to God, hard work, and perseverance. ~Rachel DeTellis
