► Advent at 'Helping Hand' Society
With Christmas atmosphere and joyful spirit, 'Helping Hand' Society gathered together on Friday, 14th of December at 3:30 p.m. in Charles Saad Hall. The guest speaker was the director of Middle East Lutheran Ministry (MELM), Mr. Moris Jahshan.
Mr. Jahshan told us the beautiful story behind the famous Christmas hymn, Silent Night, which was originally written in German language. He called our attention to the richness of the Evangelical hymns which were handed to us.
At the meeting Miss Catherine Batrouni sang a wonderful Christmas song and Santa Claus visited the group. At the end, all enjoyed delicious Christmas cookies at the reception which was prepared by Ms Mouna Takla and the church ladies.
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL
► A Day For Spiritual Solidarity at Abai Town
ADYAN Foundation organized a "Day for Spiritual Solidarity" at Abai town in Chouf area in the early of November 2012. Rev. Habib Badr participated in that gathering with other spiritual leaders from Lebanon. The spiritual leaders wanted to consolidate the reconciliation process and restore co-existence at Abai. Therefore, they wanted to enhance the return of Christians as well as the return of church properties.
► Potluck Dinner - Thanksgiving Day
On the occasion of Thanksgiving Day, the Helping Hand Society in the church organized a potluck dinner on Friday 23rd of November 2012.
It was a time of joy and happiness to thank God for every blessing that comes from His hand, and particularly, for the generous service embraced by the 'Helping Hand' Society. Several people shared their thankful heart for the lovely spirit in the church.
The contributions will be set out for buying foodstuffs and distribute it to needy people.
Happy Thanksgiving Day.
► 'Helping Hand' Society Welcomed Rev. Suheil Sauod
On Friday the 16th of November, the 'Helping-Hand' society in its regular meeting welcomed Rev. Suheil Sauod. During the worship service Rev. Sauod presented his book "The Gospel: Doctrine and Life" الانجيل عقيدة وحياة which was published recently.
Rev. Sauod said that the book is divided into two parts. The first part includes sermons which he had preached during his ministry as pastor in the Presbyterian church. These sermons are following the regular church calendar. The second part is about Evangelical doctrines which help Christians to live their faith devotedly.
Mrs Salwa el-Shab also meditated from the Gospel of Matthew ch. 25. She stressed on stretching the hand to the sick, the prisoner, the naked and to all who are in need.
