Bartlesville: Calling for Action Packs

Imagine an 8-year-old girl in rural Pakistan shivering in the chill fall air. She stands near a fire outside her family’s shack, seeking warmth from the small, almost insignificant flames. Her brother and sister stand nearby, as they all wonder how they’ll survive the cold months ahead.

A few days later, someone hands her the tangible relief she was wishing for: a bag filled with a windbreaker, sweater, socks and blanket. Her brother, sister, father and mother each receive similar packages.

Winter is coming in Pakistan, and many Christians need blankets and warm clothing to protect them against the bitter cold. You can help your brothers and sisters in Christ by giving the gift of an Action Pack. Action Packs — distributed in Pakistan, Iraq and Sudan — are usually the first bit of practical help VOM can offer to Christians in these areas.

This year, Christians in Pakistan need your help before it gets cold. When you order an Action Pack with a $7 donation, you will receive a special vacuum-sealed bag that you, your family or your church can fill with a variety of requested items, such as warm clothing and toiletries. Once you return the Action Pack to VOM, we will ship it overseas. If you prefer to sponsor a bag for $30, VOM will take the responsibility of filling the bag for you.

“I love Jesus, and I am happy to see that the love of God can flow through all of us and unite us as one body and in his service to all,” exclaimed Martha, a Sudanese woman who received an Action Pack. “Thank you for giving.”

Take part in sharing a tangible expression of God’s love and provision with Christians like Martha. Your simple gift can make a big difference to a Christian in Pakistan. To order an Action Pack or for more information, go to www.persecution.com/actionpacks.