Even with modern means of communication, the mobility of our society, the progress in scientific fields, there still are many who need help. So many people live only for themselves. They isolate themselves from the problems of society and live in boundless loneliness. Even though they mingle with people at their jobs, at social gatherings, and along crowded streets, they never establish an authentic and deep relationship with others. Their relationships are conventional, but without a deep desire to offer themselves in service to others in need.

But this should not be so. As authentic Christians we must come out of ourselves, our ego, and be concerned for the needs of others. God has created us as rational creatures with human feelings, a conscience, and sensitivities. He wants us to be brothers and sisters in the Church. If we look closely we will see that there is pain all around us: at work, in our neighborhood, even in our own homes. There are old people, those who are bedridden, the sick, and others, all of whom are looking for someone to show7 them understanding and to spend some time with them.

Our Lord always involved Himself with the pain of those around Him and He expects us to do the same. That involvement not only helps the one who needs it but also helps the caregiver. We become better Christians and find fulfillment in life. There are many who cry out for help and there appears no one to hear them: “I was sick and you did not visit me.” Our purpose in life is to become more and more like Christ, the Great Physician and Benefactor. To do this we must love everyone and offer help to those, “who have no one”. And we must seek Christ, Who’s presence offers us deep peace and tranquility, especially when we ourselves also ‘Have no one to help us’.”

– All Saints Greek Orthodox Monastery newsletter