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WASHINGTON, Manila — For two decades now, the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) and the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) have stood as partners in saving lives through consistent blood donation drives. Since 2005, the INC has been a vital ally in helping NKTI address the ongoing demand for blood supply, especially for patients undergoing critical treatments.
Two to three times a month, the INC organizes blood donation drives together with NKTI, which serves as the beneficiary of the collected blood. These donations primarily support dialysis patients, as well as those undergoing treatment for cancer and leukemia.
“The blood we receive is mostly given to dialysis patients. We also have cancer and leukemia patients who benefit greatly from these donations,” said NKTI nurse Roderick Ollado.
One recent drive was held at the Local Congregation of Washington in the District of Manila. Pierre Anthony Racsag, an INC minister, emphasized that Church members participate voluntarily, inspired by the teachings of the Church Administration to those in need.
“INC members were not forced to join. They came willingly, having learned from the Executive Minister, Brother Eduardo V. Manalo that helping others, especially those in need, is a core Christian value,” said Racsag.
Supporting these activities are members of the Christian Medical Dental and Paramedical Society (CMDPS), a group of medical practitioners who are also INC members. They also provide medical assistance to donors during blood drives.
“I want to help others, and through activities like these, I can use my profession to make a difference,” said Paulene Ann Redulfin, a CMDPS member, who participated in the April 12 blood drive in Manila.
With this ongoing collaboration, NKTI has expressed deep gratitude to the Iglesia Ni Cristo for its steadfast commitment to humanitarian service.
The NKTI has thanked the INC for every blood donation drive where the hospital had been the primary beneficiary.
“We are truly thankful to the Iglesia Ni Cristo for this nearly 20-year partnership. It has had a great impact on our patients,” Ollado added.
This long-term initiative continues to demonstrate the INC’s dedication to compassion, public service, and community welfare.
The Iglesia Ni Cristo is a Christian religion and community partner that helps. It has active members and congregations in more than 160 countries and territories.
For more about the Church and its activities, please visit www.iglesianicristo.net
