Unique Ministry Brings Comfort Through Inks and Papers
Paper Love Ministry, a Christian initiative based in Cavite, Philippines, uses handmade greeting cards to share encouragement, hope, and the love of Jesus with strangers.
Edward RodriguezApr 15, 2025, 2:46 AM
In a world dominated by instant messages and fleeting social media reactions, one ministry in Cavite, Philippines continues to make a lasting impression, one handmade card at a time.
Paper Love Ministry, a small but passionate group of Adventist crafters, is devoted to creating handmade greeting cards that bring comfort, encouragement, and inspiration to individuals in need. Using simple art materials like paper, pens, stickers, stamps, and love, these volunteers transform blank pages into heartfelt reminders of God’s presence and human compassion. What began as a quiet act of kindness has grown into a meaningful movement that is transforming lives across different spaces.
“In 2017, I embarked on a heartfelt mission: creating handmade cards to give to strangers,” shared Joy Tagolgol, the ministry’s founder. “It was a simple yet powerful act of kindness, spreading joy to those I encountered. Fast forward to 2024, and this small gesture has blossomed into a beautiful tradition shared with friends. Together, we craft cards for flight crews, as our work frequently takes us to the skies.”
Tagolgol and her friends often give the cards to airline crew members during their travels. The reactions, she said, have been profound.
“Many flight attendants, touched by our thoughtful gesture, express their gratitude with heartfelt smiles, and some even shed tears of joy. In their demanding jobs, complaints often overshadow appreciation, making our cards a cherished surprise,” she added. “Praise God for blessing us with the creativity and hands to continue this ministry, bringing light and love to the flight crews we meet.”
A Tangible Gesture in a Digital World
Paper Love Ministry stands as a counterpoint to the impersonal nature of digital communication. While technology enables rapid exchanges, the personal nature of handwritten messages offers something far deeper. A study presents that handwritten notes evoke more intense emotional responses than digital messages. Similarly, an article reported that 70% of adults find receiving paper cards more meaningful than digital alternatives.
The cards created by Paper Love Ministry often contain Bible verses and comforting words, allowing volunteers to subtly share the hope and love of Christ in ways that are respectful and sincere.
More Than Art
The ministry’s scope extends beyond airplanes. Volunteers organize local workshops and partner with community groups to teach others how to craft cards as a form of outreach. Whether sent to patients, church members, or strangers, each creation carries a message of grace.
Spreading God’s Love One Card at a Time
From its humble beginnings in 2017 to its growing reach in 2024, Paper Love Ministry demonstrates that simple acts of kindness, rooted in prayer and purpose, can leave a lasting impact.
“This ministry reminds us that you don’t have to be loud to be heard,” said one of their social media page posts. “You just need to be sincere.”
In every ribbon-tied card and inked Scripture verse, Paper Love Ministry sends a quiet but powerful message: you are seen, you are loved, and there is hope, ministry leader says.
by Edward Rodriguez | April 8, 2025
The original article was published on the Southern Asia-Pacific Division news site. Article from Adventist News Network.
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