During December, we were blessed with the opportunity to share the love of Christ with children and families through a shoebox gift ministry. This Christmas season, approximately 25,000 shoebox gifts were distributed, thanks to the dedication of volunteers and the support of our ministry partners.

Reaching Children With the Christmas Message

Around 985 children heard the message of Jesus’ birth through our Christmas programs and received a leaflet sharing the story. Among them were children from diverse backgrounds, reminding us that the Gospel reaches hearts across many different contexts.

One particularly touching moment was when a young girl shared that she was more excited about hearing the Christmas story than receiving her gift. Many children participated in prayer, entrusting their lives to the Lord, and we pray that the light of Christ will continue to guide them throughout their lives.

Supporting Teachers and Growing Ministries

This season, we also had the opportunity to train Sunday school teachers on leading engaging and meaningful Christmas programs. During one training, a former participant shared how these lessons had helped her grow in faith as a child, highlighting the lasting impact of intentional and effective teaching methods.

Reaching Adults With the Good News

In addition to children, we shared the Gospel with 30 women, some of whom were hearing about Jesus for the first time. They listened attentively, prayed together, and expressed deep gratitude for the message of hope and peace. One woman described experiencing a sense of hope and peace she had never felt before. We continue to pray for these women and the ongoing meetings with them, trusting that they will fully experience the love and guidance of Christ in their lives.

-Testimony from a worker in CEF of Albania (Luka)

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