AMCO calls for unpretentious Christmas
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, December 06 2023:
In view of the present unrest situation in Manipur, All Manipur Christian Organisation (AMCO) has called upon Christians of different denominations in the state to celebrate the Christmas festival in a low-key manner in the spirit of eternal love, peace, forgiveness and unity while preaching the teachings of Lord Jesus Christ.
In a statement, AMCO president Reverend Simon Raomai appealed to all Christians to refrain from festival feasts and any kinds of decoration including lights and stars.
Upholding the verse of Roman 12:15 -"Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep", AMCO called for sharing the grief and pains of the displaced and bereaved families, and to use the Christmas expenditure in helping the displaced people.
The birthday of Lord Jesus brings again the message of peace, AMCO said while urging all Christians to carry out symbolic acts of love, care and unity on the occasion of this year's Christmas.
It also listed out some activities, which could be conducted by Christians on Christmas to show solidarity to the crisis affected people.
The activities include candle light vigil for peace on the eve of Christmas by Christians of all communities; prayer events by all communities for unity, integrity and fraternity; helping crisis affected families; and low-key Christmas celebration by conducting only the basic religious rituals with message of reconciliation in sermons.
AMCO further appealed to leaders of all denominational churches to join the initiative and play their part in restoring peace and normalcy in the state.
It also conveyed Christmas wishes for peace, unity and integrity to all.