Arise Media 
Nuns from the Little Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi congregation have stepped up to provide critical relief to the community’s most vulnerable residents.
The nuns distributed food and blankets to elderly and needy residents of Gikuuri in Runyenjes Constituency, Embu County, offering much-needed comfort and support amid challenging times.
The charitable initiative, held at the local dispensary ground on Monday, saw over 50 families receive food supplies, providing hope in the face of the ongoing economic hardships.
Sister Evalyne Monyenye, one of the leading figures in the mission, expressed her deep concern for the elderly, who often face difficulties accessing necessities.
“We are committed to ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry or suffers in the cold. This is our way of showing love and care to those who need it most,” she said.
Sr. Angela Ndwiga noted that the activity cost about 100,000 Kenyan shillings.
She highlighted the plight of the beneficiaries, many of whom were severely affected by the floods.
“Our community has faced significant hardships. We are committed to ensuring that we stand with the needy in our community whenever we get assistance from the wellwishers,” she said.
The initiative has been met with widespread appreciation from residents and community leaders, who praised their selfless dedication to helping others.
Area Chief Clementine Kabuthu expressed her appreciation for the nuns’ gesture, emphasizing the importance of their work.
She noted that the criteria used to select beneficiaries focused on very needy cases, including persons living with disabilities (PLWDs) and the elderly.
“This aid is reaching those who need it most, and we are grateful for the nuns’ dedication to our community,” she stated.
Grace Muthoni, one of the recipients who lives with physical disability, expressed her gratitude, saying, “We have never received any relief service before.”
Jonathan Nyaga, another beneficiary noted, “The blanket is very important to me since our area is generally cold. This support is a lifeline for many of us. We appeal for more assistance to ensure we can continue to live with dignity.”
As the nuns continue their outreach efforts, they appeal to the community to help make a difference in the lives of those who are struggling.
The Little Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi nuns runs Ss. Peter and Paul mixed Day and boarding primary school. They also run a junior secondary school under the CBC curriculum.
The Gikuuri Mission’s work is a powerful reminder of the impact that compassion and solidarity can have in times of need.
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