MEDICAL MISSION IN TALON
The joy of Christmas lies primarily in the art of giving and having grandeur decorations placed in the house is an external factor of celebrating Christmas. Nevertheless, it lies through extending our generosity and blessings to our less fortunate and unprivileged brothers and sisters. It is the joy brought about by the Child Jesus to each and every one of us.
Last December 12, 2015, this joy was manifested by the PACUCOA through a free medical assistance program held in the Salvatorian community. The program started at exactly 9:00 o’clock in the morning. It was opened by a prayer and followed by some energizers facilitated by our Brothers of the said community. Of course, the guest as well gave their heartwarming presentation. They had a free dental checkup and treatment, groceries for Christmas, and a free consultation with an Optomologist. Those who needed eyeglasses were given them for free.
This activity was possible through the hard work of many people namely: Dra. Maria Jona Godoy of St. Anne College for the dental assistance, Centro Escolar University for an optical assistance and, Dr. Castigador who was the organizer of such event. Seeing the smile of our brothers and sisters in Talon for having such a privilege overwhelmed the heart of those who participated in the event.
This PACUCOA is a private organization run by medical practitioners currently situated in Manila. They are doing it annually for only one reason to give back the blessings bestowed upon them by the Lord. It is clear that the endeavor of the said organization is for nothing else, but to help the less fortunate. Dr. Adlai Castigador said of PACUCOA, “Dahil po nakatanggap ng maraming biyaya ang PACUCOA sa Panginoon. Ito po ang tanging daan para maipamahagi namin ang mga biyayang ito at makatulong sa iba” (Because we have received so much from the Lord. This is our way to give it back to Him, to help others). This is the real essence of Christmas. It is by giving oneself and becoming a blessing to others.
Sending people to share joy and happiness to others by helping and giving as means of becoming a blessing. The program ended with prayer led by Fr. Adam Janus, SDS.
