<p>Those gathered were dressed for the occasion – all bright and colourful and they generously helped themselves to sweets and goodies that were being passed around and spent silent moments in prayer as well. <br /><br />The centre had put together a special service for the poor, orphans, sick, the widows, visually impaired and the young people. <br /><br />In addition to popular Christmas carols, a 250- member choir sang a few Christmas song such as Alelulia, Immanuel, Christmas Nalile, and other carols that spoke of the birth of Christ. <br /><br />There was a special dance put together by the members of the church. There was also a dance-drama by a group of kids titled, Anbe. It was evident that the children had practiced long and hard for they danced to perfection with not a step out of place. An audio CD titled, Paraloga Devaney with eleven songs was released on the occasion.<br /><br />People gathered were more than just excited. Monisha, a class seven student said, “I’m very happy to be here. God has been gracious and I intend to use this occasion to thank him. I also hope to make this Christmas a special occasion by surprising my parents with a special gift.” <br /><br />Poornima, a home-maker said that events like this help her to develop a positive outlook towards life.<br /><br />Valermathy, who was also present at the congregation said, “I have been coming here for the last eight years and this service has helped me overcome troubled times <br />with ease.”<br /></p>
<p>Those gathered were dressed for the occasion – all bright and colourful and they generously helped themselves to sweets and goodies that were being passed around and spent silent moments in prayer as well. <br /><br />The centre had put together a special service for the poor, orphans, sick, the widows, visually impaired and the young people. <br /><br />In addition to popular Christmas carols, a 250- member choir sang a few Christmas song such as Alelulia, Immanuel, Christmas Nalile, and other carols that spoke of the birth of Christ. <br /><br />There was a special dance put together by the members of the church. There was also a dance-drama by a group of kids titled, Anbe. It was evident that the children had practiced long and hard for they danced to perfection with not a step out of place. An audio CD titled, Paraloga Devaney with eleven songs was released on the occasion.<br /><br />People gathered were more than just excited. Monisha, a class seven student said, “I’m very happy to be here. God has been gracious and I intend to use this occasion to thank him. I also hope to make this Christmas a special occasion by surprising my parents with a special gift.” <br /><br />Poornima, a home-maker said that events like this help her to develop a positive outlook towards life.<br /><br />Valermathy, who was also present at the congregation said, “I have been coming here for the last eight years and this service has helped me overcome troubled times <br />with ease.”<br /></p>
