Lent has begun, and a popular way to observe this special time of
year is to “give up” something, whether that means a bad habit, a
favorite food or some screen time in order to simplify life and to
appreciate what we have.
This year we offer a different twist on the Lenten challenge: 40 days
of giving. Each day, select at least one item to give up that someone
else can use. Collect these during the course of the 40 days, then
donate them to your favorite local cause(s). Not only will you
simplify your own life, but your extra items will make life better for
someone else!
1. Start by finding a box, a large plastic bag, or just a
convenient corner of the room to collect your donations.
2. Each day, find one item you no longer need. Be sure it is
something useful that another person would be happy to
own, that has all its parts and pieces.
3. Once the 40 days of Lent are over (or before, if you’ve got
large items, or lots of things you no longer need), sort your
donations and start giving! Your extras are needed!
Ideas:
· Good, used clothing and household items for your favorite clothing donation location
· Hygiene items for the high school Comfort Closet
· Shop Buy One, Get One Free sales at your favorite stores and
donate the free items to the food pantry
· Extra money donate toward the Zimmerman commitment
· Email us your creative ideas to add to the list!
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