The world of Tzu Chi (Vol.106)

2019 • 01 42 ocal News On December 4, 2018, three people were killed and 41 injured when an explosion occurred at a restaurant, which was under renovation, at CityONE Megamall in Kuching, Sarawak. Upon hearing the news, Tzu Chi volunteers were mobilized and by 7 pm, arrived at Sarawak General Hospital to provide care and support to the injured. Later, they prepared 50 sets of warm meals for the affected family members. Since the tragedy, volunteers had, on two shifts daily, been visiting them, hoping to relieve their pain and suffering with the love and care provided. As at December 15, volunteers had distributed 17 eco-blankets, 221 bottles of drinking water, 112 sets of meals, and supplied 5 multi-purpose folding beds for family members of the injured. Caring for Gas ExplosionVictims Kuching 2018.12.04 – 12.15 Reported by Lee Siew Ngo Photograph by Sim Teck Ane Every year, Tzu Chi holds the Year- end Blessing Ceremony to express gratitude to donors and the public for their support. For 2018, the theme was “Nurture a love for life, a heart of gratitude and respect for one another. Foster the spirit of harmony, prevent conflicts and create blessings hand in hand”. It conveyed Master Cheng Yen’s reminders for the disciples to not just observe vegetarianism, but also mind their words to avoid causing disputes. Tzu Chi KL & Selangor held 18 sessions of the event from December 9, 2018 to January 12, 2019; while Tzu Chi Malacca held 3 sessions on December 15 and 16, 2018. With all sincerity, let us pray for purification of our minds, a harmonious society and a world free from disasters. Joyous Year-end Blessing KL & Selangor; Malacca 2018.12.09 – 2019.01.12 Reported by Tzu Chi Documenting Team Photograph by Leong Chian Yee Translated by Wong Mun Heng