We all have experienced or met people with pain, struggles or sufferings and we felt called to take an action to do what is possible to make the situation better. Sometimes we want to find a way as an individual or as a group to relieve the pain or suffering. Compassion are simple acts of humility, patience, kindness, honesty, respect, forgiveness, gratitude… the list is endless. This could be by listening without judgment, being able to understand what other people are going through and feeling their pain, offering help, being patient and showing forgiveness for mistakes and fault done.
As a Religious of the Assumption community surrounded by the marginalized, we have embraced the sacred responsibility, called by Jesus with open hearts and willing hands. In the Gospel of Mathew 25:40, Jesus reminds us, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did to one of the least of these brothers or sisters of mine, you did for me.” These words are not just a call — they are a commission.
As pilgrims of hope, every week we step into homes, hospitals and shelters, not as strangers but as bearers of hope. We bring prayer and presence to those who feel forgotten. We listen to their stories of pain and resilience. We hold hands that tremble with illness and offer comfort where medicine cannot reach.
Thanks to our Parish which has recognized all the poor and needy and entrusted this office to us to distribute food from the offertory given by the Christians on Sunday Holy Mass. We also take the Holy Communion to the outstations which have no Eucharistic Celebration on Sundays.
This Ministry is not easy. It demands time, energy, sacrifice, inner strength, a non-judgmental attitude, deep understanding, capacity to tolerate difficult situations, commitment to prevent future suffering, practice of self-kindness and facing pain courageously. It is holy work. It is the Gospel in motion.
We are not only meeting physical needs but also restoring human dignity. We are reminding the sick that they are not alone. We are showing and witnessing to the needy that they are seen, known and loved.
We continue to be a Church that moves towards suffering, not away from it. We become known not just for our worship but for our witness, a witness that shines brightest in the darkest places.
As pilgrims of hope, we never grow weary in doing good and in every act of service we are a reflection of the love of Christ that lives within us.
“Who needs compassion? We all do!!!”
Kangundo Community