We had a short meeting schedule today because many of the members are still visiting with their families for Christmas. Family obligations are very important. Everyone must visit their family at Christmas, and we think this applies not only to Christians, but also to Muslims.
Sumaiya is probably the poorest member of our branch, but she is also one of the most faithful. We have come to love her, even though we can't carry on a conversation. Mostly we communicate with smiles, hugs and kisses. We call her our "sadiki" (friend).
Today she brought us a Christmas gift. We got tears in our eyes--not because it was the only gift we got this year, but because she gave it out of her poverty.
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