“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light;
those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shone.”
— Isaiah 9:2
A Christmas Message to the Zomi People Worldwide
By the Department of Religious Affairs
As Christmas arrives, we are gently reminded of a truth that has sustained God’s people through generations of hardship and hope alike: God has not forgotten His people.
More than two thousand years ago, in a quiet moment unnoticed by the powers of the world, God chose to enter human history through the birth of Jesus Christ. He did not come with armies or authority, but as a child—humble, vulnerable, and full of promise.
“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”
— Luke 2:11
This is the heart of Christmas. It is not merely a celebration, but a proclamation: God is with us. Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world, the Prince of Peace, and the living hope for all who are weary, broken, and longing for restoration.
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given… and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
— Isaiah 9:6
For the Zomi people—whether in Zogam or scattered across nations—this message speaks deeply into our present reality. Across our hills and valleys, villages and towns, the Zomi banner flies as a reminder of who we are—a people shaped by faith, sacrifice, and an unbroken hope for peace and dignity. It is more than a symbol; it reflects a people who refuse to forget their God-given identity.
In the same spirit, the Zogam Charter stands as a guiding document for our people—calling us to walk in truth, justice, peace, unity, and respect for human dignity. At Christmas, we are reminded that these values are not merely civic ideals, but deeply spiritual ones, rooted in the character and teachings of Christ Himself.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”
— Matthew 5:9
Many among us celebrate Christmas in difficult circumstances: displacement, uncertainty, grief, and the ongoing struggle for peace. Yet the birth of Christ reminds us that God’s light shines brightest in the darkest moments. Jesus was born into a world marked by oppression and suffering. He understands pain. He walks with the afflicted. And He offers a peace that no earthly power can give.
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
— John 1:5
On this holy season, the Department of Religious Affairs of ZPCC extends heartfelt Christmas greetings to all Zomi people worldwide—our elders, women, youth, families, church leaders, and especially our Zogam Galkap, who carry heavy responsibilities during these challenging times. Your perseverance, faith, and sacrifice are seen by God and remembered by your people.
Christmas calls us back to what truly matters: faith rooted in truth, love expressed through action, unity strengthened by humility, and hope that refuses to die.
“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.”
— John 3:16
As candles are lit in homes and churches around the world, may the peace of Christ guard your hearts. May His hope steady your steps. And may His love guide the future of the Zomi people—so that wherever the Zomi banner flies and wherever the Zogam Charter is upheld, the light of Christ will continue to shine.
From the Department of Religious Affairs
Zomi Political Coordination Council (ZPCC)
