Prior to Pentecost, Christian community is following the
lessons taught by Jesus Christ and helping those in need. In their drive to
help underprivileged families, Christian volunteers forming a group are
providing ration packets to them.
Christian holiday of Pentecost, which is celebrated the 49th
day (the seventh Sunday) after Easter Sunday, will be celebrated on May 31 this
year.
The holiday commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon
the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ. Under the drive, ration
packets are given to 200 to 250 people on a regular basis.
“Christ was the ultimate social worker. Not only could he
find housing for people, or give them free food,” Ashutosh Joseph, a volunteer
said. He cited that in the Bible, God's call to His followers to care for other
human beings is clear (Philippians 2:4; 1 John 3:17-18; Proverbs 19:17 New
International Version).
“In fact, Jesus states that one of the most important
commandments is ‘love your neighbour as yourself’,” Joseph said.
The packets are distributed in front of Mission hospital.
All those in need can seek help there. Other volunteers regularly contributing
to the cause include Wilson Gadkar, Rakesh Singh, Sheeni Godwin, Dr Ashish and
Bablu Bhai.