By Pastor Leo Benjamin MyFaithNews
On December 14th, 2024, Hunger Mountain Christian Assembly resonated with the joyous sounds of Touched by Love International’s annual Christmas Concert. This extraordinary evening brought together the local community to celebrate the season while raising funds for women and children in Kenya, advancing Touched by Love’s mission to bring hope and transformation to vulnerable populations worldwide.
An Evening Filled With Joy and Purpose
The event featured an incredible lineup of musical performances, ranging from cherished carols to modern Christmas songs. The music brought a palpable sense of joy, filling every corner of the room and lifting spirits. Attendees left inspired, their hearts warmed by the combination of Christmas cheer and the meaningful cause behind the celebration.
Funds raised during the concert will directly support Touched by Love’s initiatives in Kenya, including:
Bethesda Childcare Centre in Nakuru County: A safe haven for children facing abuse, abandonment, or neglect, offering education, biblical teaching, and a nurturing environment.
Hands of Relief Program: Focused on providing clean water, nutritious food, and vocational training to impoverished families, empowering them toward self-sufficiency.
The EYE Children’s Centre: Serving children in the Kibera slums of Nairobi with education, meals, and shelter.
Join the Mission of Touched by Love International
For those inspired to make a difference, Touched by Love International offers multiple ways to get involved:
Donate: Your financial contribution directly impacts the lives of orphans, widows, and impoverished families. Whether it’s a one-time gift or a recurring monthly donation, every dollar helps sustain programs like clean water initiatives, education, and child care services. Visit Touched by Love International’s donation page to give securely and make a lasting impact.
Volunteer: Share your time and talents by joining Touched by Love’s mission. Volunteers play a vital role in supporting events, outreach, and community-building activities.
Pray: Partner with Touched by Love through prayer, uplifting their team, projects, and the people they serve. Your prayers strengthen their mission and bring comfort to those in need.
A Mission Rooted in Faith and Compassion
Touched by Love International, founded in 2014 by Holly and Bob Stockett, is a non-profit organization inspired by the biblical call to care for orphans, widows, and the forgotten. Grounded in verses like Psalm 68:5-6, which describes God as a “Father of the fatherless and protector of widows,” the organization works to embody God’s love in practical, transformative ways.
Every dollar counts: $50 can provide food and clean water for a family for a week.
Sustainable solutions: Your gift helps fund self-sustaining initiatives like vocational training and education.
Transparency you can trust: Touched by Love works with local ministries and leaders to ensure that donations are used effectively and responsibly.
Get Involved Today
By contributing to Touched by Love International, you help change lives and spread the message of hope. Visit their website today to make a donation, sign up for volunteer opportunities, or learn more about their impactful programs. Together, we can bring the love of Christ to the farthest corners of the world.
The author is the pastor of the Church of the Crucified One in Moretown, Vermont, and the publisher of MyFaithNews.
