Some local teens have learned that giving is better than receiving during the holiday season. In keeping with the Christian call to “love one another”, the students of Crespi Carmelite High School adopted 50 less fortunate families this past Christmas. The goal was to provide a complete Christmas for these families by student participation in a toy and gift drive. According to Ms. Dona Long, Student Activities Director, “this event defined what Christmas is all about, giving and helping others.”
The 9th Annual Christmas at Crespi was held on Saturday, December 5, 2009. There was music, games, refreshments and a special visit from Santa Claus, who distributed the donated toys and gifts to visiting families from Guardian Angel Parish in Pacoima. Deacon Chavez of Guardian Angel Parish expressed his, “gratitude to the Crespi Carmelite community for what you have done for the poor people of the city of Pacoima. You guys make a difference to all these little children that came by to pick up toys. They look forward to coming every year and enjoy Christmas with all of you, thank you.”
Christmas at Crespi also benefitted families from Our Lady of Grace Parish. Any additional gifts were donated to the toy drives for Children’s Hospital and the Los Angeles Fire Department.
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The men and women of the Los Angeles Fire Department would like to thank the students, faculty and families of Crespi Carmelite High School for their support of the Spark of Love Holiday Toy Program for Needy Children.
ReplyDeleteThe spirited generosity of the Crespi family was an inspiration to Neighborhood Firefighters, and a direct benefit to families in need in your community.
Respectfully Yours in Safety and Service,
Brian Humphrey
Firefighter/Specialist
Public Service Officer
Los Angeles Fire Department
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