As part of its annual Easter celebration, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in the SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church at Sherigu in the Bolgatanga Municipality has extended compassion and care to over 80 vulnerable persons, affectionately referred to as Senior Vincentians, in a heartfelt show of love and solidarity.
The Easter Sunday outreach saw the less privileged, mostly elderly women, drawn from various parts of the Sherigu community, served hot meals and soft drinks. Each beneficiary also received bags of uncooked food items to take home, along with bundles of gently used clothes — all of which were valued at GH₵5,810.
The event, a longstanding tradition of the Catholic lay society, was held within the church premises where members of the society dined and celebrated with the marginalized, echoing the essence of Easter — the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the triumph of love over suffering.
Speaking during the ceremony, the Catechist of the SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Francis Amoah, encouraged the beneficiaries to draw closer to God. He reminded them that Easter is not just about receiving physical nourishment, but also spiritual renewal.
“Jesus Christ died for our sins, and His resurrection is a testament that no other god exists but the Almighty. As you have been fed today, may you also feed your spirit by joining us in worship. God’s love is for all, especially you — His cherished ones,” he said.
Chairman of the Society of St. Vincent De Paul Sherigu Conference, Mr. Emmanuel Adabem, echoed the call for society to support the less privileged, stressing that charity is not the act of the rich but an expression of shared humanity.
“Giving alms doesn’t mean you are wealthy. It means you recognize that life is unpredictable. Today you give, tomorrow you may be the one in need,” Mr. Adabem said.
He expressed profound gratitude to the SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Our Lady Queen of Africa (OLA) Parish, and individuals who donated in cash or kind to make the initiative a success. He also praised the dedication of society members who work tirelessly to ensure the less fortunate are not forgotten, especially during festive seasons.
Beyond Easter, Mr. Adabem recounted several charitable works undertaken by the society in recent years. These include providing shelter for the homeless, paying for the renewal of National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) cards for elderly and poor individuals, distributing essential food items to struggling families, and offering emotional and spiritual support through home visits.
He added that the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is not only about charity, but also about building the spiritual capacity of its members.
“Through prayer, reflection, and service, we grow in faith. As we serve the poor, we serve Christ,” he noted.
The heartwarming celebration underscored the Society’s continued role in community development, compassion, and the call for inclusiveness — particularly for those often left behind in society. The smiles on the faces of the Senior Vincentians reflected not just satisfaction from the meals, but a deeper joy — the joy of being seen, loved, and remembered.
Source: A1Radioonline.com|101.1Mhz|Joshua Asaah|Sherigu
