To help the families affected by the Mosselbaai and surrounds fires, we sent faceclothes, soaps, toothpaste, toothbrushes, cables, tupperware, cleaning supplies, and encouraging Gospel material. We continue to pray for the communities as they work together to deal with the aftermath.
To start off 2026 with faith-based resolutions, we wrote down on a whiteboard various positive attributes that the children at Sunday School could look over. Then each child chose one as a focus for this year, and we helped them write it on a special card to take home! It was beautiful to see them thinking over how they’d like to improve their characters, from “be more loving” and “slow to get angry” to “Bible student” and “Godly friend.” Thank you Lord!
So many people are lonely, sad, or hungry at Christmas, and it is a time of year when such lacks are most keenly felt. So, as part of our Celebration, we focused on bringing the spirit of Christmas – God’s Love – to as many as possible….
…Some of us packed many trays of food and cooler boxes with drinks into vehicles, and drove around the neighborhood, giving out food, cool drinks, and Gospel tracts to those in need. The reactions were so beautiful; with many of the men and women hardly believing the whole stack of main course, salads, and pudding was for them! (answer to prayer, there was no mobbing or rough situations, but all was anointed and smooth)
We also took a meal to the local police station and fire station; a small way to thank these community servants for all they do throughout the year. We are so grateful to have been on the ground, spreading Christmas Love to these dear ones. What a Merry Christmas Day as over 90 individuals received a delicious meal, a “Jesus Loves You”, and a Gospel message.
From all of us at Helping Hand, we love and appreciate you for what you are to us and to furthering the Kingdom!
We are proud and honoured to serve the Lord along with you.
May you have a blessed and happy Christmas with the Joy of Jesus filling your heart and life!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
For the 76 children at our Sunday School in Wolwerivier settlement off the N7, this week was a very special one! We all gathered together, and Kristen (9yrs) led everyone in a prayer and Christmas blessing.
Then – in small groups – all the children came to choose a toy from the boxes! There was a whole lot of chattering, smiles, and laughter! So very sweet and touching. All the children went home rejoicing with goodie bags of sweeties to complete the event!
The children of Helping Hand – together with friends who volunteered to help – spent time creating and decorating PILES of home-baked Christmas cookies! Then – one room at a time – they distributed them to over 140 elderly residents of this care home “Tehuis.” Each one received a cookie pack and a Gospel Activated magazine. Many of these individuals are suffering from loss of limbs, loved ones, and sadly even mental capability. Christmas joy can seem far away when one is facing such daily struggles, and we feel so privileged to have been part of showing them Christ’s Love and Care this season through these gifts, smiles, hugs, and a whole lot of “Merry Christmas”-es!
It was a very very busy and equally happy day as we brought special Christmas hampers and farm-fresh melons to men, women, and children living in two rural communities. We prayed together, and then began giving to each person, one by one. Children from the mission (together with some friends) joined in the event, handing out the goodie packs and Gospel tracts, smiling and interacting, all while wishing young and older a Merry Christmas! There was a whole pack of non-perishables for each person, plus watermelon or spanspek, Gospel material, and of course sweeties and toys for all the children!
We shared the Christmas Story with all our Sunday School children. The book is beautifully illustrated and in both Afrikaans and English. The children loved it!
Much to their surprise they each received their own copy of this special Christmas book to keep. Such a treat!
