Discussion:
Reading: Luke 20: 41- 21: 4 Reflection: Wouldn’t you be surprised if someone took money out of the offering plate at church while it was being passed down the pew on Sunday morning? Well, amazingly enough, I have seen people take money out of the plate and the pastor even told them to do so! At a worship service I once attended with many others who were less than 16-years-old, the ministers gave a rousing sermon on tithing and the giving of monetary gifts to the church. They then had an offering plate passed through the congregation. Many of the parishioners gave all the money they had just earned (during a grueling treasure hunt). Some gave a little, keeping some of themselves. Because of the rest of the evening’s activities, following the service the pastors told those who did not have money to come up front. They were told it would be wise for them to take some dough out of the offering plate because they would need it. The pastors also said never to take money from the plate again! Financial giving is an important part of our life in the church. But giving of one’s self is even more important. The poor widow gave all that she had and gave not only financially, but of herself. --Chad Hershberger, Camp Mount Luther Director Closing Prayer: Lord, be with us through this Advent season as we prepare for the coming of your Son. Help us to give of ourselves, not only now but throughout the year as well. Amen.
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