Peace light shines again in Feldkirchen - get the light of hope!

Peace light shines again in Feldkirchen - get the light of hope!

A wonderful tradition begins in Carinthia: On December 24th, the peace light will be distributed in the Red Cross district office Feldkirchen. The ORF peace light for over 30 years has been brings in the birth grotto of Jesus in Bethlehem, warmth and hope to the domestic living room. The distribution takes place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the courtyard of the office, where the light is safely kept in a lantern. In order to pick up this special symbol of peace, visitors should bring their own lanterns or candles. The effort is organized by the committed employees of the Red Cross, including the Feldkirchen youth group under the direction of Karin Gruber, as

But the light is not only spread in Feldkirchen. The ceremonial handover of the peace light in the Red Cross Klagenfurt will take place on December 22nd at 10 a.m. From there it is distributed to all district offices so that the population can pick up the light from December 23rd in all of Carinthia. The importance of peace light is underlined by Rotkreuz President Martin Pirz, who emphasizes that it is not only a sign of Christmas, but also a memory of global responsibility for peace. Pirz explains: "Peace light should make it clear to us how happy we are to live in a safe country," reports 5min.at .

a light of hope

The distribution of peace light is not just a simple event; It is a light beam that illuminates the darkness of the world a little. On Christmas Eve, two rescue and an emergency doctor in the area are active to ensure that help and support is supported, while the contemplative atmosphere in the office is maintained. The Rotkreuz helpers are ready around the clock to be there for people on the holidays and thus underline how important it is to be there for each other in this special time.