Remarks by José Andrés at WCK's Celebration of Life Service at Washington National Cathedral

World Central Kitchen held an interfaith Celebration of Life to honor our heroes killed in Gaza. The memorial service was held at the National Cathedral in Washington, DC on Thursday, April 25.
The memorial service honored Saifeddin Issam Ayad Abutaha of Palestine, John Chapman of Britain, Jacob Flickinger of the U.S. and Canada, Lalzawmi “Zomi” Frankcom of Australia, James Henderson of Britain, James Kirby of Britain, and Damian Soból of Poland.
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Founded in 2010 by Chef José Andrés, World Central Kitchen (WCK) is a nonprofit organization that is first to the frontlines providing fresh meals in response to crises, while working to build resilient food systems with locally led solutions. Applying our model of quick action, leveraging local resources, and adapting in real time, WCK has served hundreds of millions nourishing meals around the world.
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[@cfields813]

Thank you to the heroes that give more than they take. 🙏☮

[@jamiejohnson9732]

Thank you Chef Andre and the entire WCK, crew and volunteers for your human kindness and love ! ❤❤ God bless you all !!

[@IntriguedLioness]

The work and commitment that Chef Andre, WCK, and each and every volunteer do is the epitome of fearless action, empathy, and kindness for the entire human race. With great sadness over the losses and great love for the work over the past decade. My heart mourns with you and also has hope for the future. Even if mankind would cease all wars there would still be natural disasters and I have no doubt WCK would always be there. Boots on the ground!! 🙏

[@user-lv8wv3jk4b]

That was beautiful. Thank You. My Heart is with WCK

[@ninap6893]

Beautiful eulogy

[@sailingnstuff]

The world needs more selfless people like José Andrés!

[@user-yo6yq8gl7l]

Angel in human costume

[@user-gf8oe2tl4o]

Much love to our fallen Heros of the world & to those who follow in their footsteps with WCK.

[@emilyrichie1525]

Let us all contribute to WCK as we are able.

[@joycewhiteside7080]

Thank you for the good all of you do. I am happy to contribute. My sympathy to you all.

[@jacarandajourney]

What a powerful eulogy to these heroes, Chef Andrés. WCK brings such light to the tragedies around the globe and shows us what we need more of in this world. You and what you have built with WCK is leadership and love. I am proud to be a financial donor to your efforts

[@acamperiociani]

I am honoured to give a small contribution to your great endeavour... I volunteered all my life and know what it means to be persecuted. Long life to WCK and you all.

[@jbcarlson8948]

Thank you Chef Andre, the entire WCK, and the "angels of mercy" gone but never forgotten, for reminding us to walk the talk, to lead with heart, and to risk it all for the sake of peace! In the name of all humanity, we honor your memory and are deeply grateful for the work you do.

[@andypitt2848]

❤️

[@sylvierouse2492]

🙏🏼❤️ thank you for your work , and for caring .

[@josej.riverapeleedap2667]

We are honored to contribute to the WCK efforts in Gaza and Ukraine. And will always remember those 7 angels. ❤RIP.

[@MultiHarvestMoon]

The world grieves with those who will miss these special and dearly loved "Light in the Darkness" workers.

[@sherrildc159]

A memorable heartfelt eulogy for a deep and unfathomable loss.

[@JuliaSullivan-mi6hr]

Thank you-you are goodness in flesh and I am grateful to you for being the humanity in the inhuman events and disaster-especially those cause by human choices💌

[@smischke1]

What a beautiful eulogy. God bless you all.

[@carrol59]

With greatest respect, thanks for this tribute.

[@andrewluke100]

Thank you ❤

[@jamiejohnson9732]

What a beautiful Eulogy ! ❤❤ God bless the 7 beautiful angels for their humanity ! ♥️🙏🏾

[@SEAQUEST-R]

🕊️🙏

[@arlenerubenstein6762]

heartbreaking 💔