Latter-day Saints Church provides food to 2,500 in Accra and Kumasi during ‘Light the World’ initiative

Elder Kofi Gyimawu Sosu, Area 70 Leader of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, highlighted the impact of the ‘Light the World’ initiative, which provided essential food items to over 2,500 residents in Accra and Kumasi. This global Christmas humanitarian effort aimed to bring hope, compassion, and joy to individuals and families during the festive season.

The initiative included the distribution of staple food items such as rice, oil, spaghetti, chicken, tomatoes, and other household necessities. These items were provided to families in need, emphasizing the importance of meeting practical needs with mercy and care. The event in Accra was hosted in partnership with the Ga Mantse Foundation at the Ga Mantse Palace in Kaneshie, where a diverse group of religious leaders, traditional authorities, government officials, missionaries, artists, and community members gathered to show unity and compassion.

More than 1,200 families received carefully prepared food packages. These packages were assembled by young missionaries from across Africa who were training at the Missionary Training Centre (MTC) in Accra. Their efforts reflected a commitment to serving others and embodying the values of the gospel through practical acts of love.

President Benoit Duquette, President of the Accra, Ghana MTC, emphasized the significance of the event as a reflection of the Light the World initiative. He noted that the initiative seeks to bring the light of Jesus Christ into the lives of those facing difficulties, especially during the Christmas season. “Every year at Christmas, we look for ways to bring the light of Jesus Christ into the lives of those around us,” he said.

The initiative in Kumasi followed a similar pattern, with food packages distributed to families in need. The efforts in both cities demonstrated a shared commitment to serving the community through mercy and compassion. The distribution of food items was not only a practical act but also a way to bring people together in a spirit of unity and shared purpose.

The ‘Light the World’ initiative aligns with the Christian call to care for the neighbor, as seen in Matthew 25:35, where Jesus says, “I was hungry and you gave me food.” By meeting the needs of the hungry and the poor, the Church seeks to reflect the love and compassion of Christ in tangible ways. The efforts in Accra and Kumasi exemplify this commitment to serving others with humility and grace.

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