Tema: Leaders and members of Goodness City International Church have donated assorted items to new mothers at the Tema General Hospital as part of activities marking this year's Mother's Day celebration. The donation, led by the Goodness Ladies fellowship of the church, included diapers, baby wipes, detergent, washing powder, delivery pads, drinks, and other essential items to support mothers and their newborns.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Stella Serwa Akpakli, Secretary of Goodness Ladies, highlighted that the gesture formed part of the church's commitment to demonstrating love, care, and support to mothers in line with Christian principles. She emphasized that the teachings of Jesus about loving and caring for one another inspired this outreach.
Mrs. Akpakli noted the challenges of motherhood, emphasizing the strength, patience, and societal support required, particularly for first-time mothers. She stressed the importance of raising children as good Christians and responsible citizens of Ghana, encouraging mothers to remain steadfast in their faith and allow biblical principles to guide their parenting.
In her remarks, Mrs. Akpakli acknowledged the contributions of the Men's Fellowship and church leadership in supporting the donation exercise. During interactions with beneficiaries, church members advised children to respect their mothers, urging them to avoid negative behaviors and attitudes.
The mothers were also encouraged to persevere in their parenting roles, continuing to make sacrifices while nurturing their children in the fear of God. Several beneficiaries expressed gratitude to the church for their benevolence and words of encouragement, describing the gesture as timely and thoughtful.