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Almsgiving

Almsgiving. Thursday 13 th March. Almsgiving.

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Almsgiving

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  1. Almsgiving Thursday 13th March

  2. Almsgiving The prophet Isaiah tells us that God wants a fast which involves “releasing those bound unjustly, untying the thongs of the yoke; setting free the oppressed, breaking every yoke; sharing your bread with the hungry, sheltering the oppressed and the homeless; clothing the naked when you see them, and not turning your back on your own” (Isaiah 58:6-7). Almsgiving or service is an essential Lenten practice.

  3. As Pope Francis reminds us … “The measure of the greatness of a society is found in the way it treats those most in need.”

  4. Prayer - The Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-12) ALL: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land. Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the clean of heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you and utter every kind of evil against you [falsely] because of me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven. Thus they persecuted the prophets who were before you. Amen

  5. Go and do…. Nearly half the population of Africa live on less than $1.25 a day. • Consider taking the Live Below the Line challenge, to buy all your food and drink for five days with £5. • Visit christianaidcollective.org/lbtlto find out more.

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