GIVE US AN EARLY BOOST IN OUR URGENT YEAR-END APPEAL: Bring Hope to Lebanon Before December 31
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
— John 1:5
Right now, families in Lebanon are facing hunger, medical emergencies, displacement, and the fear of renewed conflict as Israel has struck several regions of the country. The economic collapse has left countless people unable to afford food, medication, or basic necessities. Many have nowhere to turn.
But through your generosity, the Mission of Hope and Mercy is on the ground every day, feeding the hungry, caring for the sick, supporting widows, and restoring hope to families who would otherwise be completely forgotten.
Today, we need your help more than ever.
Campaign Goal: Raise $62,000 by December 31
Your year-end gift will help sustain the Mission’s life-saving work into 2026, including:- Emergency food distribution to families, parishes, and homeless ministries
- Medication and treatment for cancer patients, chronically ill individuals, and children in medical crisis
- Rent assistance and shelter for widows and vulnerable families
- Support for schools, helping children stay in class despite extreme poverty
- Ongoing operation of the Vital Center for Blessings, serving as a lifeline to entire communities
Special Christmas Thank-You Gift
Give $100 or more and receive the Mission of Hope and Mercy 2026 Wall Calendar This beautiful calendar features testimonials, Scripture, and images from the mission, as well as our annual Liturgical Calendar. It will be a daily reminder of the lives your generosity saves.Why Your Gift Is Needed NOW
Lebanon’s suffering has deepened in recent months:- Food prices continue to skyrocket
- Medical supplies are disappearing from shelves
- Widows, children, and the elderly are at highest risk
- Bombings in parts of Lebanon have increased fear, hunger, and instability
Your Gift Saves Lives
Your generosity has:- Provided life-saving radiotherapy to cancer patients
- Delivered thousands of pounds of food to homeless families, parishes, and recovery centers
- Supplied essential medication to children like Angie & Christa, fighting severe growth disorders
- Helped widows like Mrs. Dahan remain sheltered and safe
- Supported schools struggling to keep the poorest children enrolled
Make Your Year-End Gift Now
Your compassion carries the mercy of Christ into homes where hope has nearly died. Please stand with us in this hour of great need.Please give your most generous gift and help us reach our $62,000 goal.
Thank You for Bringing Light Into Darkness
On behalf of the families we serve, thank you for being a beacon of hope in a very dark time.
May the peace of the Christ Child bless you and your loved ones this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
Mission of Hope and Mercy
Uniting Hearts, Transforming Lives
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Apostolate of Our Lady of Hope
St. Rafka Mission of Hope and Mercy
For federal income purposes, St. Rafka Mission of Hope and Mercy is a 501(c)(3) organization and donations are tax deductible.
The St. Rafka Mission of Hope and Mercy EIN number is: 47-4855538. View our 2023 Form 990.
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