this christmas, as a church, we wanted to do something really special to help people internationally as well as those in our own city of san diego. we decided to throw a huge party for the orphanage we sponsor in ecuador...we raised $1730 and bought food, decorations and presents for every kid. paola, who runs the orphanage, said, "the kids couldn't believe it when they saw the food, and they were so excited to see the tree with sooo many presents! all the kids dressed up, most of them had never eaten turkey or those kinds of desserts, they were extremely happy! from me and the kids, thank you christian city church, we had an incredible christmas!"

we also wanted to do something to help those in our own city. there is a crisis center in downtown san diego that was in need of clothing, blankets, toiletries, etc. to fill their supply room. over three weeks the church donated two carloads PACKED full of things they needed. the people running the crisis house said they had never received brand new towels, clothes and blankets and were extremely overwhelmed and grateful.

thanks so much for getting involved! it was amazing to see people changed and impacted by our church's generosity and love!