In the warm and meaningful atmosphere of Christmas, the Community Development Ministry, together with the Khương Đình Ward Fatherland Front Committee and the Thanh Xuân Covenant group, gave 23 Christmas gifts for struggling families to representatives of 23 households in difficult circumstances in the ward. Each gift was 300,000 dong in cash.
The gifts carried not only material value but also the sharing and love of the community of believers and the local authorities. This annual activity has been maintained for many years, hoping to spread the spirit of Christmas, a spirit of love, unity and hope, to everyone, especially families facing hardship.
A representative of the Community Development Ministry shared: “We care not only for believers in the church but also always want to walk alongside the local authorities where the church’s house groups meet. This is how we show social responsibility and love without borders.”
The gift-giving took place in a close and warm atmosphere, with many believers from the Thanh Xuân and Đống Đa groups attending. The program was carried out in the spirit of God’s Word:
“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy” (Matthew 5:7).
“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself’” (Matthew 22:39).
“Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men” (Colossians 3:23).
These verses are not only a compass for the Community Development Ministry’s journey of service but also remind everyone of the value of love and sharing, especially at Christmas, the season of grace and hope.
The program is evidence of the bond between the church and the local authorities, working together to build a united and thriving community. Meaningful actions like this not only make Christmas more beautiful but also spread kindness and sharing everywhere.
In a time when life is still hard for many, these Christmas gifts brought joy, warmth and hope to families in need. That is the message the program wanted to share: “Christmas is a season of love and giving.”
Read more in Community Development and Church News. Contact the church office: 0942 248 688 (Zalo available).
