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Brethren in Mountain States show care for others through blood donation

Posted on June 15, 2021June 15, 2021 by pasugoeditor
Brethren in Mountain States show care for others through blood donation

Brethren in Mountain States show care for others through blood donation

By KIANA LEI POBLETE and MARK ANDRO T. MILAN

Date Posted: June 15, 2021

To extend care for their fellowmen amid the pandemic, the Christian Medical Dental and Paramedical Society (CMDPS) officers from the Ecclesiastical District of Mountain States led a blood donation drive held at the house of worship compound of the Local Congregation of Las Vegas on May 29, 2021.

The brethren first underwent medical screening to make sure that they were fit to donate. “This is my first time giving blood. It was nerve-racking at first. [But] just knowing [that] I’m able to help not only the brethren but also people that are outside of the Church [Of Christ] makes me feel very happy,” said Monica Flores, from the Local Congregation of West Las Vegas.

Kennedy Tripp, from the Local Congregation of Las Vegas, said, “It’s great to see the brethren coming together for a great cause. I’m really happy to take part and be able to do something good.”

Varry Heramis, from the Local Congregation of Henderson, said, “Giving blood is equivalent to giving life. Some people just recently had been into an accident. You are giving them another chance to live, especially [those] in the brink of death and in need of blood transfusion.” — With reports from INC News Section

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Patuxent River Congregation cleans FDR Blvd, Washington District holds blood donation

Posted on June 4, 2021June 4, 2021 by pasugoeditor
Patuxent River Congregation cleans FDR Blvd, Washington District holds blood donation

Patuxent River Congregation cleans FDR Blvd, Washington District holds blood donation

By AYRA AYHON and MARK ANDRO T. MILAN

Date Posted: June 4, 2021

With Covid-19 restrictions already lifted in their area, Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) members from the Local Congregation of Patuxent River, Ecclesiastical District of Washington DC enjoyed the bright and warm spring morning of May 22, 2021 cleaning around the neighborhood.

After the local congregation leadership coordinated with the Department of Public Works & Transportation of St. Mary’s County, the brethren cleaned the Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Boulevard, Sector No. 2, removing trash and debris. This stretch of FDR Blvd., located between Maryland (MD) Routes 4 and 235, is home to the Harris Teeter Shopping Center and numerous apartment and condominium complexes.

Seeing the brethren’s efforts, the people in the community expressed their appreciation through the occasional honks of car horns and “Thank yous” from passersby.

Brother Robert Harris, Buklod congregation president, said, “The brethren and their families did a great job. The children also showed up in force and actively participated in the clean-up. To God be the glory for the successful completion of another community service activity. We thank Him for the love and unity of the Christian Family Organizations and the opportunity to serve our fellowmen.”

Meanwhile, a few weeks earlier, Church members from respective local congregations went to the house of worship compound of the Local Congregation of Washington, DC to unite in donating blood under the Church’s INC Giving Project in cooperation with the American Red Cross.

One of them, Sister Nydel Ibarra, KADIWA officer from the Local Congregation of Anne Arundel, and among the first-time blood donors, said, “Donating blood makes me feel proud to be a [Church] member … the Church really cares about others … helping people or a neighbor out.” — With research assistance from Archie Talens

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Felix Y. Manalo Foundation delivers 10K pounds in donations to charities in Canada, plus blood donations

Posted on May 21, 2021July 31, 2021 by pasugoeditor
Felix Y. Manalo Foundation delivers 10K pounds in donations to charities in Canada, plus blood donations

Felix Y. Manalo Foundation delivers 10K pounds in donations to charities in Canada, plus blood donations

Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, amongst several others, thank Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) for its various humanitarian efforts.

Date Posted: May 21, 2021

CANADA—Approximately 10,000 pounds (4.5 metric tons) of food and other items were donated by the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) or Church Of Christ in various ‘Aid to Humanity’ activities in different parts of Canada early this May.

The INC delivered the donations to shelters and charities in Ottawa, Ontario; Montreal, Quebec; and Burnaby, British Columbia, from May 7 to May 9, 2021.

Among the grateful recipients were the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa, Le Gite Ami, Interval House of Ottawa, Matthew House Ottawa, La Maison du Père, Filipino Association of Montreal and Suburbs, and The Society to End Homelessness in Burnaby.

Through the Felix Y. Manalo (FYM) Foundation, volunteers were happy to donate personal hygiene products and non-perishable food to assist those less fortunate.

In a letter to the volunteers of the FYM Foundation, Justin Trudeau, the Prime Minister of Canada, stated: “Throughout the COVID-19 outbreak, you have been committed to promoting the values of community and civic engagement through good deeds, acts of kindness, and various initiatives to help those in need. These efforts play a valuable role in keeping Canadian families safe and healthy. I would like to thank you for your hard work, dedication, and compassion during these trying times.”

The Mayor of Ottawa, Jim Watson, also expressed his heartfelt thanks. “I am very pleased to recognize the volunteering efforts of Felix Y. Manalo Foundation, led by Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, for your dedication to supporting the community as part of the global humanitarian initiative, Aid to Humanity. Keep up the great work, and God bless. Merci beaucoup. À la prochaine [Thank you. See you next time].”

These charitable works coincided with the 135th birth anniversary of Brother Felix Manalo, who was born on May 10, 1886, in Tipas, Taguig, Manila, Philippines. He taught about the Church Of Christ in the Bible and registered the Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) with the government of the Philippines on July 27, 1914.

What began as a handful of believers steadily grew, motivated by faith, love, and hope, and with a centralized administration, as well as congregations constantly rising throughout the archipelago.

After almost 107 years since Brother Felix Manalo registered the INC in the Philippines, the Church now has a strong presence in 158 countries and territories.

Wherever in the world that it has congregations, the Church Of Christ is dedicated to playing a positive role in the community through socio-civic activities under the INC Giving Project or Aid To Humanity events organized under the FYM Foundation.

The INC is motivated by the gospel of Christ, which teaches that we should love our neighbor and help those in need. Especially during this time of the pandemic, many more need a helping hand.

According to Statistics Canada, “The pandemic has led to the lowest level of life satisfaction reported by Canadians [observed in Canada over the 2003-to-2020 period]. Finances, health, and social contacts—three pillars of quality of life—have all been affected by COVID-19.”

“Yes, we plan to donate yet again … This is in our community so, we feel good in giving to the people we live with,” said Mark Gibson, a born and raised Canadian who is a member of the INC and among its Church officers.

Simultaneous with donating food and personal hygiene items, the Church also organized blood donations in Canada. Some 200 volunteers from nine of the INC congregations in Southern Ontario donated blood to the Canadian Blood Services locations in Mississauga, Milton, Burlington, and Ottawa.

The Canadian Blood Services thanked the INC for the valuable blood donation.

“Thank you Iglesia Ni Cristo-Church Of Christ Mississauga West Local for your group donation! We are grateful for our community partnerships and appreciate your continued support,” it said in a tweet on May 10, 2021.

Phlebotomist Marina Ilkanaev at the Milton location also shared, “I think [the] Iglesia Ni Cristo Church is doing [a] great job to organize [a] group and coming to volunteer, and donate blood, and save people. And it’s one of the thing[s] which God tells us to save your neighbor. To save your parent. To save human[kind].”

Led by the INC Executive Minister, Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, the Church constantly holds Aid To Humanity and INC Giving events. It extends assistance to community members in need, in the areas of livelihood, health, and hygiene, and notably, in the field of spirituality through the sharing of Bible-based doctrines and teachings.

These ongoing socio-civic activities aim to forge strong relationships between the INC and its members and the communities where they reside.—Courtesy of INC Public Information Office

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Highway Hills Congregation donates blood

Posted on February 2, 2020February 4, 2020 by pasugoeditor
Highway Hills Congregation donates blood

By EIJI LAINE PLANAS and VINCE T. BASCO
Date Posted: January 4, 2020

 

Brethren from the Local Congregation of Highway Hills, Ecclesiastical District of Metro Manila East conducted a blood donation drive at Barangay Highway Hills multipurpose hall in Mandaluyong City, Philippines on January 18, 2020.

The donors said that they were joyful for the opportunity to help their fellowmen in need, which is one of the commandments of God.

They donated a total of 30 bags of blood. These were received by the Philippine Blood Center.

Medical practitioners from the Philippine Blood Center facilitated the socio-civic activity. ― With reports from INC News Section

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Metro Manila congregations conduct blood donation

Posted on January 21, 2020 by pasugoeditor
Metro Manila congregations conduct blood donation

By ANGEL B. MANGILAYA and MARK ANDRO T. MILAN
Date Posted: January 21, 2020

 
Three congregations from Metro Manila, Philippines simultaneously hosted a blood donation activity on January 11, 2020.

The Local Congregation of Baesa, Ecclesiastical District of Quezon City held its blood donation at the compound of Baesa 2 Extension. Spearheaded by the resident minister, Brother Runel De Leon, and the ministerial workers assigned there, many brethren who were qualified to become donors wholeheartedly donated blood.

Meanwhile, members from the Local Congregation of Brixtonville, Ecclesiastical District of Metro Manila North conducted their blood donation activity at the multipurpose hall of Barangay 175, Caloocan City. Many doctrinal instructees and guests also willingly participated, acknowledging that such humanitarian work is God’s will. Others added that they will all the more participate in similar activities after receiving baptism in the Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ).

The Local Congregation of Pasig, Ecclesiastical District of Metro Manila East hosted their blood donation at the covered court of Malinao, Pasig City. The resident minister, Brother Sherwin De Jesus, led the event. Officers from the district’s Christian Medical Dental and Paramedical Society or CMDPS organized the activity.

Interviewed brethren from all the three venues said that through participating in this socio-civic activity, they prove their activeness in the faith, and that they are one with the Church Administration in helping those who are in need. — With reports from INC News Section

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