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Rebuilding Hope After Cyclone Fengal

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  • Country:
    India
  • Type:
    Disaster Relief & Mission
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About The Activity

  • date 28/01/2025 - 02/02/2025
  • time12:00 AM – 12:01 AM
  • locationTamil Nadu, India
* Registration ends by 26/01/2025.

Invitation to Volunteer for Tamil Nadu Mission Trip

Rebuilding Hope After Cyclone Fengal
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“A man or a society that does not react to suffering and injustice and makes no effort to alleviate them is still distant from the love of Christ’s heart” (St. Josemaria Escriva, Christ is Passing By, 167). 

Dear Friends, 

As we celebrate the joyous birth of our Lord and Savior this Christmas, we are reminded of the words of the angels: “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom His favor rests.” (Luke 2:14).  

The Incarnation is a profound demonstration of God's love and compassion—Jesus came to be with us in our suffering and to bring us His healing touch.  

This Christmas and New Year, let us live out that love by urgently reaching out to those who are suffering in Tamil Nadu, India, after the devastating impact of Cyclone Fengal.  For more information, please visit https://www.gebirah.org/dalitcommunity

About the Mission

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In early December 2024, Cyclone Fengal ravaged the coastal regions of Tamil Nadu, leaving behind destruction and chaos.  

The most vulnerable, especially the Dalit (Untouchable) and Tribal communities, have been hit hardest.  

These communities, already marginalized and oppressed, now face the additional struggle of rebuilding their homes and lives after the disaster. 

Many families are left without shelter, clean water, or basic necessities. 

This mission is an urgent call to action for compassionate individuals to lend their time, talents, and hearts to bring aid and offer Christ’s love to those suffering in Tamil Nadu, India from 28 January to 2 February 2025 .  

This mission is deeply rooted in our Catholic Faith, as we seek to embody Christ’s love through service, bringing hope and healing to the poorest of the poor.

What We Will Do

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During this mission trip, we will: 

  • Distribute emergency aid including clothing, food, blankets, and hygiene supplies. 

  • Provide medical care and emotional support to those traumatized by the disaster. 

  • Organize relief efforts to help communities rebuild and recover. 

  • Distribute education materials, including school bags, books, and supplies for children who have lost their belongings in the cyclone. 

  • Offer spiritual support, including prayer services and sharing the message of Christ’s love and hope. 

What the Beneficiaries Require

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Event Details 

  • Dates: 28 January – 2 February 2025 

  • Venue: Cyclone-affected communities in Tamil Nadu, India 

  • Commitment: Willing hands, compassionate hearts, and a desire to serve 

What the Beneficiaries Require 

The affected families need: 

  • Emergency aid such as food, clothing, medical supplies, and blankets. 

  • Educational materials for children, including school bags, books, and writing supplies. 

  • Reconstruction support as families begin to rebuild their homes and lives. 

Most importantly, they need the reassurance of God’s love and the hope of a brighter future. 

How You Can Help

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How You Can Help 

  • Volunteer: Join us in Tamil Nadu to provide direct aid and support to the communities. 

  • Sponsor a Volunteer: If you are unable to join us on the trip but wish to help, consider sponsoring a volunteer who may not be able to afford the expense of the trip. 

  • Donate: Donation of new or used items in good condition. 

  • Spread the Word: Share this call to action with others who might be interested in helping or contributing. 

  • Pray for Us: Please pray for those impacted by the disaster, the mission team and for Gebirah. 

Why Join Us?

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Why Join Us? 

This is more than a humanitarian effort; it’s Christ’s love in action. 

By answering this call, you become part of God’s work on earth, bringing His love to those in desperate need. 

Together, we become the hands and feet of Jesus, offering hope and restoration.  
 
Through your service, you become a powerful witness to the love of God. 

Commitment 

Volunteers must commit to: 

  • Actively participate in pre-trip briefings and planning. 

  • Cover personal travel costs. 

  • Dedicate themselves fully to serving the affected communities with love and humility. 

Let us unite as a community of faith, bringing the light of Christmas to those suffering in Tamil Nadu.  

Together, we will help rebuild not just homes but also hearts and lives.