In the bible we read how God’s light shines through even in the darkest of times. Covid19 has brought uncertainty and darkness in 2020, but God’s light shines brighter. As a church community, Dandenong Filipino-Australian Church was called to serve our community as a relief response. Our street feeding program has been running for over 2 months now. Every Friday night we hand-out over 150 meals, hot cups of soup, assorted grocery items, clothes, blankets and sanitary packs to less fortunate people in our community of Dandenong.
It is a vulnerable time for many. Each week we hear stories of people who have lost their job, unable to pay rent, struggling to cope with everyday expenses and can’t find a place to live. Furthermore, most aid organisations in the area have had to stop due to government restrictions. This means less help for people in unfortunate circumstances.
However, God is good! He continually shows us how much He loves those in need by allowing us to be there for our community and empowering us to provide essential assistance at this time. Especially how God works to lead people to us. Each week, a new friend or contact and never short of what is needed.
A personal testimony for our team; since starting our program that is set-up outside on the streets, it hasn’t rained on us once. On more than one occasion, it’s poured rain just before set-up, stops when we arrive, then after packing up it begins to pour rain again. On those specific nights we have witnessed people come that are in much need and would not have received help had it been raining. We constantly see Gods goodness and faithfulness to us. Don’t let Covid19 put a pause on your faith. Listen for God’s call to use you in different ways to be a light in the darkness for Him.
Janelle Bocala