Famine 2010

 

When: March 20 & 21 

Where: Old South Church

   The Famine is a time to fast and explore hunger and injustice in our community and the world. We will look to find a connection with our sisters

   and brothers around the world.  The Famine includes fundraising that will support United Methodist work to empower the poor and eliminate injustice

   in the United States and around the world through The Advance. The Advance is the designated giving arm of the United Methodist Church that

   ensures 100 percent of each gift reaches its intended mission or ministry. See www.advancinghope.org for information on the missions and

  ministries of The Advance. Famine Weekend “B1” is a call to action, grounded in mercy and justice, and in the tradition of United Methodist stemming

  back to John Wesley, rooted in our call from God to B1. 

   The 30 Hour Famine focused on hunger and raised funds for hunger relieving efforts by World Vision. B1 focuses on hunger and injustice while calling

   us to action. We are called to reflect on these areas and make a personal commitment to them. Through B1 we learn about the work of the United

   Methodist Church in the areas of hunger and injustice. Throughout our Famine Weekend we will look at making a connection beyond ourselves through

   5 areas: love, justice, hope, service and joy. Our worship and activities will be based on Isaiah 58:6-9a.

   Anyone can participate. 

   Youth grades 7 – 12 will stay overnight at the church and participate in Famine related activities including mission activity, games, worship and fun. 

   Families may participate at home by learning about hunger and injustice, fasting from food or other activity and doing an activity of outreach.  

   Anyone may sponsor a participant. 

   Fasting is to stop an activity or use of something for a period of time. It may be food, TV, or electronic games. During this time, the participant

   also spends time in    reflection and prayer. In the past, some families have fasted from food by taking turns over the weekend. Others have used  

   the famine as a family activity, learning and fasting together. Youth will fast beginning Saturday at 9AM. The fast will be broken on Sunday at noon

    with a communion service in the Chapel followed by a meal.

   Famine participants will arrive at Old South and sign-in at 8AM and treated to a light breakfast. At 9AM there will be worship gathering in the Chapel. 

   Youth and those who wish to participate will go to Lazarus House from 10AM to 3PM. During the evening, youth will participate in famine related

   activities and worship. Sunday, the youth will lead both worship services and share their experiences with the church family. Families who are fasting

   are also welcome to help lead the services.

   Check the “Youth & Family” bulletin board near the pastors’ offices. There will be participant packets, a sign-up sheet, permission slips and more.

permission slips