We officially launched our 2025 Christmas Outreach on Monday, December 8th, beginning with a field mission from our Bukuru Low-Cost head office to Bokkos Local Government Area in Central Plateau. Before we left, our Director, Alex Ntino, addressed staff and volunteers, encouraging us to serve with genuine love and reminding us that our work reflects the compassion of Christ toward humanity.

The outreach was held at the internally displaced persons’ camp within Saint Thomas Catholic Church in Bokkos. The visit lasted several hours and drew a large crowd of IDPs who gathered with great anticipation and hope. A truck loaded with food supplies and Christmas gifts signaled that the day would bring relief and encouragement at a time when many families continue to struggle with the realities of displacement.

In his address to the community, The Director emphasized that the core of our outreach is centered on Christ. He explained that our mission is to bring hope to the hopeless and provide relief materials, even though the support cannot erase the difficult conditions the victims are facing. He assured them that they are not forgotten.

Children and adults participated fully in songs, dance, and games. The joyful atmosphere restored a sense of community among people who have endured months of hardship.

A key moment of the event was the presentation of raw food items, including bags of rice, beans, and maize, handed over to the camp handlers to support feeding arrangements. Children also received individual gift packs containing writing materials, toys, biscuits, and copies of the Bible.

Rev. Paul Watpe, the resident priest of the church, expressed deep gratitude for our visit and the thoughtful items we brought for the people.

Our team organized a meal for the children, followed by a dance competition and a prayer session for victims of attacks across various communities in Bokkos. Many of the displaced families have been seeking refuge in the church premises following violent clashes that began in April. Although some earlier victims have gradually returned to their communities, many others remain displaced or are temporarily living with relatives while they look for ways to rebuild their burnt homes. Since its establishment, the camp has hosted more than 9,000 individuals.

The outreach concluded around 5 p.m., leaving IDPs thankful for the show of love and the renewed sense of hope we brought into their situation. Our 2025 Christmas Campaign will continue with similar visits to the Mushere IDP camp and the Hurti community.