Marc's Christmas Message.

PRACTICING GRACE

Grace is not a word that you would necessarily associate with this time of year. Perhaps peace. Or hope. Or joy. But grace-- that does not usually come to mind at Christmastime. 

There are many meanings for the word grace.  My favorite is the ability to accept gifts in the true meaning in which they are given, and to give gifts, without expectation, but with the pure joy of giving.

This time of year, when I ask many people in my life to consider giving to First Hand Aid, it is difficult for me. I am torn between my relationships with friends and associates and my job as Executive Director. I have learned, however, to accept gifts with grace in order to pass them on to the Cuban people, who also must practice grace in receiving our assistance. 

Truly, grace is paramount to the art of giving and receiving!!

Therefore, it is with grace, humility and thanks that I accept and use your generous gifts this time of year to help a people not as fortunate as ourselves.

I sincerely wish all of you the happiest of holidays with family and friends. However you choose to celebrate this time together, please keep grace in mind.  

May this season bring you peace, hope and joy-- and the grace to receive and give gifts in the spirit of love.

Happy Holidays!  

With warm regards,

Marc 

Executive Director

First Hand Aid

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