Hundreds of individuals and families across Lagos experienced the joy of Christmas as Daystar Christian Centre reached out with free food items and support through its Annual Love at Christmas Outreach.

The initiative, which reflects the church’s deep commitment to compassion and community impact, took place last December across all Daystar Worship Centres in Ikorodu, Ikeja, Lekki, Alimosho, and Badagry, Lagos State.

Speaking on the culture of love which defines the church, Deputy Senior Pastor Nike Adeyemi, emphasised that love must always be intentional and proactive.

“Our message has always been that love must be proactive. Every human being is important to God and to us as a church, and Love at Christmas is one of the ways we live out this conviction,” she said.

At Daystar Christian Centre, the Love at Christmas outreach is not a oneoff event but an expression of a broader culture of care.

Through the church’s Benevolence Unit, food and medical support are provided monthly to individuals and families in need.

The Christmas outreach serves as a culmination of these year-long efforts, extending help and hope to hundreds of beneficiaries across Lagos.

The season’s celebration was further enriched by Daystar’s Annual Christmas Concert, a vibrant blend of worship, music, performing arts, and a timely message from Senior Pastor Sam Adeyemi.

His message called for reflection and a renewed response to God’s love in a world marked by uncertainty. “In times of uncertainty, what humanity needs most is direction,” Pastor Adeyemi noted.

“God remains the ultimate leader and judge, ruling not with oppression, but with love and justice. No matter how broken the world may seem, His authority is compassionate, and His love is always calling us back.”

The impact of the outreach was deeply felt by recipients. One beneficiary, Mrs Margaret Olagbaju, expressed heartfelt gratitude, “This kind of love is not something I take for granted.

Daystar has consistently shown us that we are valued and remembered. I pray that the church continues to grow and touch more lives.”