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Nigerian
Sickle Cell Association |
Village
of Hope
Joint Project of
Chiism(Godianism)
and African Women Economic Consortium |
Every
major faith tradition emphasizes giving to others, especially
those in need. This universal appeal to charity is rooted in
tradition, sacred writings and theological understandings. The
faith-based call to care for others–to seek justice especially
for the least of these–has motivated dramatic social change,
and been an instrument of caring and healing throughout history.
The Global faith Ministries Campaign
wants to celebrate the spirit of caring for others. Through
the Onyinye Project,
Chiist, Christian, Jewish and Muslim worshipers and worshipers
of other faiths will have the opportunity to learn more about
global health issues such as AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria,
as well as alleviating the suf¬fering caused by extreme
poverty, clean water and educational opportunities. Participants
will explore ways they can actively engage both as individuals
and as congregations in their local communities.
Treatment of the poor is a measurement
throughout original African culture. “Aku
m diri Ubani”, which
means that "My wealth lies in the good in my community
and what I do to bring it forth”. Chinke expects us to
give because "Ime mma, I nata mma”,
which means that "When you do good you receive good”.
One of the three pillars of Chiism
(Godianism) is Mu na chi so (I am
one with Chineke), Ife si na chi (all
blessings come from Chineke) and Onye ahala nwanne
ya (never leave your brothers and sisters behind)
to which end we are required to do Chineke’s will by serving
the suffering humanity, sacrifice money, time and energy in
the service of the poor and the oppressed with unattached and
unconditional generosity.
The world has gotten smaller; we see it more clearly in ways
never before possible. Our neighbors are not just across the
street, but across the world. Unstable times and knowledge ob¬ligate
us to action. The Onyinye Project,
will raise awareness among Jewish, Christian, Muslim, and oth¬er
faith communities of the global orphan crisis; health issues,
extreme pov¬erty, and explore ways these communities can
respond within their traditions. It will also make ending global
poverty and al¬leviating global disease a key issue for
all religions worldwide.
Onyinye
Project is held every Quarter; January,
April, July, October. A percentage of our collections
go towards supporting programs that support the poor globally.
Please
CLICK HERE
to make a donation, and thank you for your support.
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