A candle has been lit by Lumiere for Queen Beatrix, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima

A candle has been lit for Queen Beatrix, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima as the gracious Queen Beatrix signed the Act of Abdication today at Koninklijk Paleis Amsterdam.

King Willem-Alexander has long been a prominent advocate in raising awareness and urging action worldwide to improve the global water situation.
He has been Patron of the Global Water Partnership since 1998 and Chairperson of the UN Secretary-General's Advisory Board on Water and Sanitation.

In honour of the King's dedicated work to bring clean water to those most in need, why not donate towards a well at Charity: Water at
https://www.charitywater.org/donate/#step-1

Queen Beatrix; breaking news
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkXbmc5a9VU

With thanks to Youtube and Charitywater.org

Lumiere Charity remembers Iran and Pakistan

A candle has been lit by Lumiere in remembrance of all who have suffered and died in Iran and Pakistan due to the recent earthquake. In the spirit of Lumiere, is 
there anything you can do to help?

Please see

http://www.icnareliefcanada.ca/news/view.asp?ID=86

Lumiere Charity remembers Boston

A candle has been lit by Lumiere in remembrance of 

all who have suffered and died in Boston.

A day of joy and friendship was turned

into tragedy and loss. Our thoughts

are with you all.

In the spirit of Lumiere, is there anything you can
do to help?

Please see
http://onefundboston.org/pdf/theonefundboston.pdf

Good Shepherd Seminary; How to Encounter God

Dear Reverend/Minister/Pastor

As you continue to pursue your new ministry and undergo seminary training, please read the devotional ebook 'How To Encounter God' by Bruce Chant.

We are indebted to Mr Chant for his gracious permission to allow us to feature his book.
To order your ebook which at present is being offered free, please link into Edevotional and order your own copy direct.

Frequent and thoughtful spiritual reading deepens a pastor, enabling the pastor to minister more effectively.
When we build our relationship with God by reflecting on our lives and devotional reading, we deepen.
And more mature and thoughtful pastors lead to spiritually enriching ministries.

May God's blessing be with you all as you continue on your path of ministry.

Please find the link for the ebook;
http://www.edevotional.com/how-to-encounter-god-ebook/

Children in need in South Africa

Food parcels and needs for Coronation Park

Mark and his team from Marike de Klerk Children Fund assist children in need and disadvantaged.

Want to help?

Contact

lumierecharity@yahoo.co.uk

Christmas present from Santa

Coronation Park - boards nailed together make homes

Mark and volunteers - assisting those in need

Gift from Santa

Mark and his team at Marike de Klerk Children Fund continue to help disadvantaged and children in need in South Africa

They need your help.

In the spirit of Lumiere, is there anything you can do?

Contact lumierecharity@yahoo.co.uk

Celebration at Coronation Park

Food parcels are needed daily

Mark van der Walt and his team of dedicated volunteers continue to work with the disadvantaged and children in need in Coronation Park, South Africa. 
On the 8th of December, they hosted a Christmas party for all the residents of Coronation Park.

A big marquee was set up, and everybody was treated to music. 
People were singing, while fires were being lit for a barbecue later on. 
Every child received a number of gifts.
 Some of the children were excited to be able to invite friends to spend the day with them, and join in the festivities.

While the children received their gifts, Mark and his team offloaded food parcels, clothing and blankets - all desperately needed by the impoverished residents of the area.

To the great delight of the children, Father Christmas arrived on a fire engine. 
After enjoying his visit, the children spent the rest of the day singing, listening to music and jumping on the jumping castle.

It is wonderful that the children and people in the area had a day out of the difficulties that face them on a daily basis. 
Unemployment, poverty and hunger continue to make life a continual struggle for survival. 
Yet this day was an oasis - an oasis which would not have been possible without the vision and dedication of the team from Marike de Klerk Children Fund.

Mark and his team continue to assist those in need in many areas.
Funding coming into the MDK is at an all time low, and members are struggling to make ends meet.
The team no longer have a Charity car, and lack many of the needs which would make the work of the Charity easier.
In the spirit of Lumiere, is there anything you can do to help?
If so, please email 
lumierecharity@yahoo.co.uk

Helping the children

Food parcels are given regularly