About the Event
A Small Offering, A Great Blessing
The “Handful of Rice” initiative is built on the profound simplicity of St. Francis. Every morning, as families prepare their daily meals, they are invited to set aside a single handful of rice.
These small contributions are collected through our Small Christian Communities (SCC) and Parish network. What may seem insignificant in a single home becomes a vast storehouse of providence when shared by the whole community.
It is not about the quantity, but the consistency of the habit—a constant prayer in action, ensuring that no member of our community goes hungry.
5 April 2026 - 4 October 2026
From Our Pot to God's Poor
How to Participate
Three Simple Steps
Keep a small dedicated container in your kitchen as a sign of this mission.
Before cooking each day, place one handful of rice into the container with a short prayer.
The rice is collected periodically through your Small Christian Community (SCC) or the Parish office.
"This is a joyful offering, never an obligation. There is no comparison, no record of giving — only love shared freely."
The Purpose
Why This Initiative Matters
Families in Need
Directly supporting poor and struggling families within our own parish boundaries, providing a staple food source.
Parish Outreach
Helping the elderly living alone, the sick, and those facing temporary hardship through our social service wing.
Living the Gospel
Following the radical example of St. Francis by sharing what God has first given us, finding joy in poverty of spirit.
Memories
From the Rally
