A Non Governmental Organization, Inner wheel Club of Ado Ekiti Roses has chosen to emulate the virtues of Christ by donating to people in need during the Easter season.
The President of the Group, Mrs Temitope Sola SHITTU said that the Easter outreach programme tagged “Shopping with God.” was aimed to bring joy and relief to individuals and families in need, embodying the spirit of compassion and kindness that defines the Easter season.
She noted that the “Shopping with God” Initiative” was designed to provide beneficiaries with an opportunity to be gifted essential items, including food, clothing, and other necessities, donated by members of the organization in fulfillment of the biblical injunction and God’s commandments to love and care for one another.
While reeling out the achievements of the group, Mrs SHITTU explained that the Easter Outreach was not just a mere social gathering but a time to share what the group has with the people as exemplified by the teachings of Easter.
“With God’s help and burning passion to support the less privileged in our society, our club has been able to bring smiles to many faces through various empowerment Programmes from 2024 to date, such as provision of a wheelchair, purchase of a laptop and sewing machine and provision of charcoal and learning Materials.
“Others are payments of one year’s school fees for two orphans, distribution of diapers and other essentials items for mothers and babies.” She concluded.
Mrs SHITTU said that empowerment of survivor of sexual abuse, Presentation of Awards and gifts to deserving members of the inner wheel Club of Ado Ekiti Roses as well Sensitization and empowerment of 50 female Students from selected higher Institutions in the State were some of the Programmes to be implemented by the group.
The first Speakers at the event,
Pastor Mrs.Titilayo Olaofe who spoke on the Purpose and benefits of giving, emphasized the importance of giving our best to God, drawing inspiration from the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
” You don’t have to be rich before you help others, it is more blessed to give than to receive and you that receive today learn how to give to other, you condition is not the worst, so learn how you can be of help to others, no matter how small”. She said.
She encouraged believers to reflect on their relationship with God and strive to honor Him whether through worship, service, or daily life, adding that giving was commanded by God quoting Luke 6:38.
Mrs Pastor Olaofe said it was rewarding to give citing the examples of the widow of Zarephath in 1 Kings 17:8-24, and the Shunammite woman to as recorded 2 Kings 4:8-37
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She urged members of the inner wheel Club of Ado Ekiti Roses not to relent but keep giving to the needy in the society describing the gesture as Jesus Ministry
She concluded by admonishing the gathering to give, saying that giving is the best way to receive from God instead of spending their time on Mountains.
The second Speaker Mrs Funmilayo Adeyemo spoke on “The Strength of an independent woman” and advised women to Embrace Independence and take charge of their lives and as well cultivate the strength needed to thrive in today’s world.
She harped on the need to focused on the importance on self-reliance, and inner fortitude for women.
Take ownership of your lives, make informed decisions, and build your Inner Strength to develope your emotional intelligence, resilience, and confidence which are essential for navigating life’s challenges and overcome societal expectations, stereotypes, and personal
limitations to achieve personal growth and success”. she remarked.
She emphasized the need to equip women with the tools and mindset necessary to thrive in all aspects of life.
There were goodwill messages from some members of the NGO.
Food items, clothing, and other necessities, were distributed to over 100 beneficiaries at the event.
Beneficiaries said that the “Shopping with God” outreach program was a testament to the NGO’s dedication to serving others, as Christians in Ekiti State joined their counterpart world wide to celebrates the Easter season.
