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The Citizen
6 days ago
- General
- The Citizen
Hundreds shop for free with dignity at St James event
In a plight to give back to the community, The St James Development Organisation hosted a transformative event titled Shopping Day, under the theme love, dignity and hope. The event presented an unconventional shopping experience for beneficiaries who had the freedom to choose what they needed without having to pay for it. The event turned into a celebration of humanity, compassion, and respect. The idea is the brainchild of Bishop Sankie Joseph Mokoena, who envisioned a space where acts of kindness could restore dignity to those living in poverty. His vision came to life as hundreds gathered, not only to receive, but to be reminded that they are seen, valued, and loved. 'We didn't come to clothe people; we came to restore their dignity. In a world that often forgets the poor, Shopping Day reminds us that every person deserves to feel seen, respected, and loved,' said Bishop Mokoena. Archbishop Tumelo Mokoena echoed this sentiment during his address. 'Love is not something we say, it's something we do. Shopping Day is love in action. It is dignity handed out with both hands. It is hope wrapped in kindness.' Every item at the event was freely given, with no conditions or expectations. Beneficiaries were welcomed with warmth and offered the opportunity to shop for life's essentials. Police Lieutenant Colonel Motlalepula Molotsi, a local law enforcement leader and advocate for social upliftment, delivered a motivational talk. Drawing from his years in public service, he reminded attendees that hope is not a luxury but a right. The positive impact of the event was evident on the faces of those who benefitted. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
6 days ago
- General
- The Citizen
Church initiative restores hope in Vereeniging
Vereeniging – In a plight to give back to the community, The St James Development Organisation hosted a transformative event titled Shopping Day, under the theme love, dignity and hope. The event presented an unconventional shopping experience for beneficiaries who had the freedom to choose what they needed without having to pay for it. The event turned into a celebration of humanity, compassion, and respect. The idea is the brainchild of Bishop Sankie Joseph Mokoena, who envisioned a space where acts of kindness could restore dignity to those living in poverty. His vision came to life as hundreds gathered, not only to receive, but to be reminded that they are seen, valued, and loved. 'We didn't come to clothe people; we came to restore their dignity. In a world that often forgets the poor, Shopping Day reminds us that every person deserves to feel seen, respected, and loved,' said Bishop Mokoena. Archbishop Tumelo Mokoena echoed this sentiment during his address. 'Love is not something we say, it's something we do. Shopping Day is love in action. It is dignity handed out with both hands. It is hope wrapped in kindness.' Every item at the event was freely given, with no conditions or expectations. Beneficiaries were welcomed with warmth and offered the opportunity to shop for life's essentials. Police Lieutenant Colonel Motlalepula Molotsi, a local law enforcement leader and advocate for social upliftment, delivered a motivational talk. Drawing from his years in public service, he reminded attendees that hope is not a luxury but a right. The positive impact of the event was evident on the faces of those who benefitted. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
