Early in the morning of December 25 we welcomed many visitors from the poor families of Rosario Cavite. There were more than 200 parents and children who came to our humble home, with a hope of receiving something for Christmas. And as we relish the true meaning of Christmas, we felt privileged to be able to welcome them and to share with them the gift we have received.
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Families coming by
batches, registering their names outside
as they wait for their turn |
Sr. Edith gave them a short Catechism on the meaning of
Christmas integrating it with the
challenge to be responsible stewards of our mother Earth as she explained the
two videos Nativity and Basura Monster.
Participative discussion followed.
The parents and children were very active as they begin to realize their role
as good Christians in creating a better world.
They committed themselves to take care of our common home by segregating
their “basura” especially by reducing, recycling and reusing the plastics.
After the short session with Sr. Edith, the visitors were
led to the Chapel where they were given the moment to pray and relish once more
the meaning of Jesus’ birth in the manger.
Sr. Maria introduced Jesus to them and led them to pray to Him. There was a prayerful silence which brought
them closer to the child Jesus- God who gave Himself/Herself as a gift for all
humanity. Afterwards each one kissed the
image of the baby Jesus. It was also a
moment for them to know a little bit about our congregation and our Founders as
Sr. Maria introduced to them St. Bonifacia and encouraged them to pray through
her intercession.
A simple merienda of spaghetti was served for each one of
them prepared lovingly by Sr. Raquel , James , Joshua , Ella and Patricia.
James, Joshua and I helped in distributing the simple gift we have prepared from the generous hearts of our benefactors and friends.
It was a meaningful Christmas for all of us as we gather
together to unite ourselves with Christ and to experience Him in one another
especially with our brothers and sisters in need. In this day of encounter we felt
the joy that the world cannot give, a joy that comes from sharing ourselves so
that others may find new hope. Like the
star that led the magi to Jesus, our very lives, too, hope to lead others to
God who wills to be born within and among us.
And you, our dear benefactors, are like the beautiful
lights of Christmas eve that illumine the paths of others with your kindness
and generosity, giving hope and new life especially to the poor and the needy.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Filled with
God’s Blessings, to all of You!
Thank you very much!
Sr. Truong Thi Vuong, SSJ
(1st Year Junior)
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