"As one person seriously reflecting on family and identity, I'd love to hear someone else's thoughts."
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Katy
- 25, Female
- Chicago, IL
- United States
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Katy replied to Cami Walker -- 29Gifts Founder's discussion GREAT BOOK GIVEAWAY: The Only True Genius in the Family by Jennie Nash -- comment here to enter by Mar 12Katy replied to genuine, wwt, welcomer's discussion Any ideas for lent?"I'm on another Ning site focused on faith and vocation. Here's a post from there:
http://imagineyourself.ning.com/forum/topics/lenten-practice
Also, one of my friends is giving up eating out for Lent. I thought that was a pretty sweet…"
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This group is dedicated to discussing, brainstorming and advocating Giving Ideas that are green(er), sustainable--for People, Planet and Pocket--and fun.
Jenna commented on Katy's blog post Attempting to turn the 29-Day Giving Challenge into a 40-Day Lenten Spiritual Practice"I think this is a wonderful idea! So often I think about giving up things for Lent (chocolate, pizza, etc.) but focusing on giving things out to others through this challenge is just a wonderful idea! I might take it up, and extend my challenge to…"
Cami Walker -- 29Gifts Founder commented on Katy's blog post Attempting to turn the 29-Day Giving Challenge into a 40-Day Lenten Spiritual Practice"Love it! Can't wait to hear more about your experiences!"
Katy posted a blog postAttempting to turn the 29-Day Giving Challenge into a 40-Day Lenten Spiritual Practice
Despite working for the church, the 40-Day spiritual season of Lent sneakily snuck up on me.I find myself longing every year to dedicate my life to renewed sense of purpose and spiritual care during the 40-days leading up to Easter, but my inevitable human weakness always causes me to falter.This year, as I started thinking of all the practices I'd like to give up or add to my lifestyle in the next 40 days, I found an email reminding me that I'm a part of the 29-Day Giving Challenge community.…See More
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I'm blessed with more time, energy, and possessions than what I need, and I'd love to share that blessing with others.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- community and friendship
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- co-worker
- About me:
- I'm a young adult living in Chicago working for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. And I have a deep passion for achieving Dr. King's dream of the beloved community.
- Website:
- http://imagineyourself.ning.com
- Other Website:
- http://ytakposer.blogspot.com
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
- yes
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Attempting to turn the 29-Day Giving Challenge into a 40-Day Lenten Spiritual Practice
Posted on February 24, 2009 at 5:50pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Despite working for the church, the 40-Day spiritual season of Lent sneakily snuck up on me.
I find myself longing every year to dedicate my life to renewed sense of purpose and spiritual care during the 40-days leading up to Easter, but my inevitable human weakness always causes me to falter.
This year, as I started thinking of all the practices I'd like to give up or add to my lifestyle in the next 40 days, I found an email reminding me that I'm a part of the 29-Day… Continue
I find myself longing every year to dedicate my life to renewed sense of purpose and spiritual care during the 40-days leading up to Easter, but my inevitable human weakness always causes me to falter.
This year, as I started thinking of all the practices I'd like to give up or add to my lifestyle in the next 40 days, I found an email reminding me that I'm a part of the 29-Day… Continue
Comment Wall (8 comments)
- At 4:52am on August 24, 2011,
Lois55 wwt said… Have a wonderful birthday today!
- At 3:44am on August 24, 2011,
Deb~ Community Manager said… HAVE A FABULOUS BIRTHDAY~
- At 2:37am on August 24, 2011,
Michele wwt said… Happy birthday Katy! :)
- At 1:31am on August 24, 2011,
Carylina said… 
- At 6:21am on August 24, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU KATY!
- At 6:29am on August 24, 2009,
Stacey S. said… - Happy Birthday!! so glad you joined us!
- At 12:41pm on September 30, 2008,
Lyz said… - Hi Katy and welcome. I'm so glad you decided to join us.
Enjoy your 29 Days and don't forget to share some stories to help inspire others. If you need help posting in your Personal Giving Blog, follow the directions here.
PLEASE HELP US GROW: Our initial goal is to have 2,000 committed givers by the end of September. Please help spread the word. Email the 29gifts.org link to friends and invite them to join us. Write about the challenge and include a badge or our video on your website, blog, facebook, or myspace page. Or forward the 29Gifts.org link to media contacts.
Good giving!
P.S. Don't miss our cool new downloadable gift card and handy 29-Day Giving Calendar, which helps you keep track of your gifts. P.P.S. Make sure you check out our CAUSE OF THE MONTH. As a community we're supporting the Charity Water September Birthday Campaign. We're trying to raise $4,000 to build a well in an Ethiopian villiage, which will provide clean drinking water for 400 people for 20 years. Read all about it here.
- At 9:05am on September 30, 2008, Stacey S. said…
- I am on day 11 of my second round. i had so much fun in the first round i just had to keep going! So welcome and enjoy the giving!
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