Kingdom Partner Holidays

I remember spending Thanksgiving in Berlin, Germany back in 1998. I was returning from a mission trip in Russia and arranged to stay for a few days with Patrick. I had met him while he lived in Texas as an international student. He and some of his friends who had also lived in the States as international students wanted to continue the tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving. But even though they were native Germans, could speak the language and knew well the stores in this modern country, they still had a really rough time finding some of the elements that make up a traditional Turkey dinner. I can only imagine what it is like for foreigner living in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East.

Now think about Kingdom partners you know. Many of them live far from family in another country with a different culture. Imagine spending Thanksgiving or Christmas without relatives or the familiar traditions you have enjoyed since you were a child. While these missionaries gladly make this sacrifice, it still can be hard during the holidays.

You can make a difference by simply sending a Christmas card this year. It doesn’t have to be fancy. It doesn’t have to contain a letter (though a brief personal note would be greatly appreciated). Sending a card lets them know they have not been forgotten and it gives them a tangible piece of our Christmas tradition. You don’t have to send one to every Kingdom Partner you know (though you can if you want!). Choose one or two that you know – or want to know – and drop them a card in the mail today.