So this year, I have observed many of my friends commenting about the real meaning of Christmas and how we should not get so caught up in the consumerism that is all around us during this time of year. Specifically, there was a picture posted on Facebook that created quite a stir. Let me describe it to you. On on side it had the image of a malnourished, thirsty, under clothed, dying child. On the other side...a picture of a home that is fully decorated for Christmas. As though this contrast was not enough to strike a chord, the picture also contained two words: define necessity. The image was intended to get us thinking about those who are lacking bare essentials as we focus on our excess (and feel entitled to do so). This image...and the ensuing conversations/comments...got me thinking: Why are we talking so much about this image, but not actually doing anything? Thus, I decided to do something. This year I am committed to doing something meaningful as I prepare to celebrate Jesus' initial coming.
I have begun a campaign through Charity:Water to try to raise $500 to help those who lack clean water. So far (as of this writing) we have already raised $900 towards that goal. However, we can do more. I would like to challenge you to actually do something meaningful this Christmas.
Please consider clicking on the link to the right (http://mycharitywater.org/somethingmeaningful2011) and making a contribution that will help someone else have what is truly necessary this Christmas. And in advance, let me say "Thanks" for helping!
