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60 Minutes March 19, 2026 32s

How a bestselling author ends up running an orphanage in Haiti #shorts

Summary

The discussion centers on the author Mitch Albom's unexpected commitment to run a Christian orphanage in Haiti after the 2010 earthquake, as inspired by an 84-year-old pastor facing financial hardship. Albom, a Jewish author of works like "Tuesdays with Morrie," found himself answering the pastor's plea for help by impulsively offering to take over the orphanage's operation. The takeaway is about stepping into unexpected service and responsibility when faced with profound need, regardless of personal background or perceived difficulty.

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