Like previous Christmases, we wanted to be sure that everyone – including the homeless – would be served a special warm Christmas meal. Unlike other years, with COVID restrictions and social distancing in place, we were not able to invite others unto our mission property to enjoy this meal. So we adapted.

Thanks to the generous donation of take-away containers, we were able to pack and give a full three-course meal to all those who would have otherwise gone without on this special day, as well as to essential services workers.

As we handed out the meals, we encountered surprise, joy, and tears. More than once we were asked to pray with and for these dear ones; struggling with their future in these uncertain times.

For the nearly 100 people that received a meal and a juice, in spite of restrictions and social distancing, it turned out to be a very Merry Christmas!

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