An alternative Christmas gift is a gift worth giving, one that transforms the world. When charity is used in Scripture usually it means love, but it also means giving to help the needy, an act of kindness and generosity to others. As Christians we are called to be charitable. Not so we can be seen by others as good people, but out of our love and compassion for others and to be a blessing to others in need.
Rather than buying gifts for someone on your list this year, why not donate the same dollar amount to a charitable organization? Maybe you would like to honor the memory of a loved one? Or maybe you would like to make a charitable donation before year end? Alternative Christmas Giving may be the answer you are looking for. The outreach committee has provided us with an opportunity for gift-giving alternatives. They have selected 9 mission partners from which you can choose. You can select one that helps in our community, in our nation or in a foreign country.
You will be able to make your gift selections before and after church on December 8, 15 and 22 at a table in the narthex.
- Bethlehem Ministry
- Family Renew
- Habitat for Humanity
- Halifax Urban Ministries (HUM)
- PACE Center for Girls
- Presbyterian Counseling Center
- Rose Marie Bryon Children’s Center
- This Child Here
- Thornwell