The World Mission Society Church of God in Newport News, Virginia hosted their Annual Blood Drive for the Passover in collaboration with the Red Cross Foundation. This year’s event marked a significant milestone as the 1302nd blood drive organized by the Church of God worldwide. This further highlights the Church of God’s steadfast commitment to serving humanity.
Community Support and Participation
It was a day filled with family, fun, and community spirit. After donating, participants ate delicious BBQ food while children enjoyed face painting and a bounce house.
With the support of 100 dedicated donors, the Annual Blood Drive for the Passover resulted in 82 pints of life-saving blood. This remarkable turnout and contribution underscores the unwavering dedication of the members of the Church of God. It also highlights the partnering community members commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.
Brittany Strozier, a Church of God volunteer, expressed, “Just as the blood is pumped by the heart, so this is our way to show our heart.”
Senator Diggs Joins the Fun
Moreover, Senator Danny Diggs joined the event. He engaged with donors and expressed his gratitude for the warm reception and energy of the members.
“As you can see it’s an awesome event with a lot of energy going on and a lot of participants doing good things for the community and doing God’s work,” said Senator Danny Diggs.
Spiritual Life Saving Blood, the New Covenant Passover
The primary goal of the blood drive was to address the critical need for blood donations. However, it also served as a platform to share about the spiritual life-saving blood given through the New Covenant Passover. This is a very important feast of God in which Jesus offered His holy flesh and blood for the salvation of mankind. To learn more, make an appointment for a Bible study through our contact form.
Commitment to Community Service
Looking ahead, the World Mission Society Church of God remains committed to its mission of serving the community. Through initiatives like the annual blood drive, the Church of God aims to not only save lives physically but to inspire and uplift individuals spiritually as well.
