Dick Wildeman
Dick is a former Catholic priest turned humanitarian who has dedicated his life to serving the people of Haiti. After leaving the priesthood to marry his wife, Jane, Dick felt an unexpected calling during a chance presentation about adopting a parish in Haiti. What began as a reluctant trip in 1984 evolved into a lifelong mission to support impoverished communities through his nonprofit, the St. Joseph Worker Foundation.
With decades of experience living and working in Haiti, Dick has helped build schools and bring essential medical care to remote villages. His work is inspired by the resilience, faith, and joy of the Haitian people, who continue to shape his perspective on service and Christian living. Today, Dick shares his story to encourage others to answer God’s call, no matter how unexpected the path may seem.