When I celebrated my birthday earlier this year my family and friends sent cards and gifts: I also received a number of phone calls, emails and Facebook notices. It is always nice to be remembered.
On December 25 we celebrate the birthday of Jesus of Nazareth, the Christ Child, the Prince of Peace. How do you propose remembering his special day?
A possibility is to go commercial – buying, spending and charging gifts for family and friends. Of course, this creates confusion over whose birthday we are celebrating on Christmas.
An option I recommend is known as an alternative Christmas present but in reality is quite conventional – giving a present to the person whose birthday is being celebrated. So, if it is Jesus’ birthday, why not a present to Jesus himself?
I am pleased to announce that the Foundation 4 Orphans is offering birthday presents for Jesus – gifts of housing, food, clothing and school for orphans and vulnerable children in the developing world. Your gift will give these children hope for the future.
F4O is currently raising funds for a new orphanage in Xai Xai, Mozambique. A list of gift opportunities can be found under “Our Projects.”
Send us, by December 20, the name (s) and address (es) of those you are making a donation to and we will send out an attractive card indicating a gift has been made to Jesus in celebration of his birthday. Funds collected will be used exclusively for the items you select.
For questions, write to me at: wayne@f4o.org
Meanwhile, a blessed and merry Christmas to you and your family, and to those who will really need these gifts.
The Foundation 4 Orphans (F4O)
5424 Macduff Circle
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Checks should be made out to: F4O.
