"But God has so composed the body, giving greater honor to the part that lacked it, that there may be no division in the body, but that the members may have the same care for one another. If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honored, all rejoice together."

I don't know the full context of Bonhoeffer's thoughts, but Paul seems to be saying that we, as the body, actually do suffer when one member suffers. I wonder if this is a nuanced difference from Bonhoeffer's point (should suffer vs. do suffer, or put another way, we recognize their suffering is something we embrace rather than pursue).

Paul adds these comments square in the middle of a discussion on spiritual gifts which are empowered by God through the Spirit "for the common good." Perhaps his point is that the gifts are meant for the unity of the body, in both suffering and rejoicing.

So I think your question to God is the right one. And I'll ask it as well: God, teach us how to suffer and rejoice with our brothers and sisters in Haiti, and show us how the gifts you have given us by your grace can be used to restore and unify the body of your Son.

Thanks for your thought-provoking comments...

We're already starting to watch for needs that will turn up later. The dust will settle, the crisis point will pass, and Haiti will need groups to go in to help with cleanup and rebuilding. Instead of trying to find ways to get there now, be thinking and planning to go once the critical point is past and the need for more workers opens up.

If anyone else can answer, please jump in.

I will pray earnestly and give generously.

This article is absolutely necessary, and your writing is a treasure to God's kingdom.