As we approach the close of another year, we find ourselves reflecting on the many ways we’ve been blessed and the ways we can extend those blessings to others – we are blessed to be a blessing. In our work at the Board of World Mission, we are consistently reminded of a profound truth: when we serve those in need, we serve Christ himself.
When was it that we saw you sick and took care of you?
April 17, 2024 (1) Family and friends of a woman who had passed away from cervical cancer gathered for a wake in her home in Paptalaya, Honduras. A candle started the house on fire, causing the deaths of two children and serious burns to 15 other children and adults. The medical team at the Ahuas Clinic responded quickly, administering treatment and arranging medical flights for those who needed more specialized care.
When was it that we saw you a stranger and welcomed you?
August 27, 2024 (2) Children in Kyiv, Ukraine, started a new school year after an overnight air attack that lasted more than 12 hours. A few days later, we received an email greeting from Anna, one of the teachers at a Kyiv Christian school whose salary is covered by the Board of World Mission. She shared, “I want to thank you for the opportunity to serve God and people together with the school’s team. This is my first year teaching at this school and I am excited. I am very encouraged by the support of the team and the feeling that we are serving God together; this is so different from the public school I taught at. So this is my new beginning.”
When was it that we saw you hungry and gave you food, or thirsty and gave you something to drink?
April 22, 2024 (3) 220 water filtration systems were distributed in the community of Kuhrpa in La Moskitia, Honduras. Six of the filters had been set aside for the Blessing Flow team to take home to their families, but when a few more people showed up just as night was falling, they quickly gave their own filters to provide clean drinking water to their neighbors.
Just as you did it to one of the least of these, you did it to me.
In these final months of 2024, we have a unique opportunity to live out Jesus’ teaching through our giving. Let’s come together to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most. As you consider your year-end giving, remember that your support not only impacts lives but is a direct response to Jesus’ call to serve Him through serving others.
- $15 = a package of medication for one family at the Ahuas Clinic.
- $50 = three days of schooling for a child impacted by war in Ukraine.
- $100 = a decade of clean drinking water for a household in La Moskitia, Honduras.
- Any amount provides tangible services and supports lasting relationships.
Thank you for your faithfulness and generosity. Together, we are making a lasting impact in the lives of the “least of these.” Give online at MoravianMission.org/Give. If you wish to mail your donation, please make checks payable to “Board of World Mission” and send to one of the following addresses:
- U.S. Donors: Board of World Mission, 1021 Center Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
- Canadian Donors: Moravian Church in Canada, 600 Acadia Drive SE, Calgary, AB T2J 0B8. Interac e-Transfer donations may be sent to [email protected]. Please include your name and address in the comments section of the transfer to receive tax receipts.
To hear more stories of the needs met through our shared ministry this year, we invite you to join us in counting our blessings together this Advent season through the Board of World Mission’s annual Advent calendar. To receive Advent calendar email prompts, email [email protected] and include “Advent calendar” in the subject line. To receive text prompts, text +1(920)495-8995 and include “Advent calendar” in the text. Go to MoravianMission.org/Advent to learn more.
