The luncheon was hosted and sponsored by CMC WSCS as part of “Eat Share Connect”, the 2023 theme for The Giving Methodist (TGM), a community outreach initiative galvanising Methodists to perform acts of love during the season of Lent. Based on Jesus’ example of table fellowship and unconditional love, volunteers host a meal for socially isolated seniors or low-income families at their home, church or an MWS Centre. It is hoped that the bonds built through the breaking of bread will help to build a more inclusive community.
“When Jesus walked on earth, he often just sat down to eat with people. It’s a way of expressing friendship and care, and symbolises God’s desire to fellowship with us,” said Bishop Dr Wong. “Especially during Lent, the Methodist Church wants to remind our members to show friendship and care to everybody, and coming together to eat is a great way to do that.”
