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                 On Lunar New Year's eve, fellow practitioners 
                  bring Master's gift money and love to destitute households in 
                  remote areas of Formosa. 
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          As the Lunar New Year approached, members 
            of the Supreme Master Ching Hai International Association distributed 
            New Year's gift money in loving concern for destitute households in 
            Hsinchih Village, Wanluan Rural Township, Pingtung County. Village 
            Chief Wang He-ching noted that the remoteness of the Village was the 
            main reason for widespread poverty in his community. He also expressed 
            his appreciation for the many relief and assistance efforts made by 
            our Association during his twelve years in office. Fellow practitioners 
            often undertake voluntary environmental protection work in the area, 
            offer free medical treatment, and distribute gift money during major 
            festivals. This recent activity created a warm atmosphere of Lunar 
            New Year gaiety for needy residents. And all those who benefited felt 
            gratitude to the Association as well.