Small Things Count

Lent has begun. You believe in the modern idea of spending the 40 days doing positive things rather than the traditional practice of sacrificing, or “giving up,” something you enjoy. Yet, the old ways call to you.  Let yourself have it both ways.  Join the movement started in 2007 by a Bishop in Liverpool: give up carbon for Lent.  Yes, carbon–that substance that is adversely affecting our planet and endangering our lives but that we can’t seem to live without producing.  You’ve heard about some carbon-reducing actions, like maintaining your car, turning off lights and appliances when not in use, and running full loads in your dishwasher.  There are so many more small things you can do.  Not everything every day.  But how about one carbon-reducer each day for 40 days? Get 25+ ideas how to do this—go to https://cotap.org/reduce-carbon-footprint. It’s an amazingly simple way to spend a meaningful Lent and respond to God’s call to care for His creations, the Earth and its inhabitants.