A Circle of Life in Bethlehem
- Epworth Berkeley
- Nov 6
- 2 min read
By Sima Al-Ghawaly of the
Dominican Sisters St. Joseph Center
(Edited for the Epworth E-News)
The Bethlehem Humanitarian Relief project of St Joseph’s Center has become like a circle of life that keeps revolving and does not stop unless one party withdraws. This circle continues with the help and efforts of every participant. Every month, we provide assistance to children in need, including food support and basic necessities, gathered by our friends in the north, especially in the Israeli city of Nazareth, through the Hayat Association. Transporting these relief items is made possible with the help of our friends at Epworth United Methodist Church in Berkeley, California. […]
You may donate, but you do not always see or fully experience the reality of how your donation impacts the lives of these families and children. Through your support, some 200 children, who were once hungry, now have hot meals, warm clothing, and simple toys that bring them joy. Families feel a sense of relief and hope, knowing their children are cared for and safe.
Together, our contributions to the “Circle of Life” transforms the daily lives of these children in ways that may not be immediately visible, yet the effects are deeply real and lasting.
The project does more than provide immediate assistance; it builds a more connected, resilient, and caring community. Children who receive support today are more likely to grow into adults who continue the cycle of giving and help others.
Even the smallest contribution makes a real difference. Your support doesn’t just meet immediate needs; it shapes lives, spreads happiness, and builds a cycle of giving that can transform the entire community.
