2023 Congregation-Wide Fast
We are engaging in a Congregation-wide Lenten fast from Wednesday, February 22nd thru Friday, April 6th. During this fast, we will abstain from certain foods and beverages and/or something else like social media, television, and going out. At the same time, we are praying and meditating daily to strengthen our faith.
Download the CalendarDietary Fast
We are asking members to prayerfully consider following the dietary suggestions of the Daniel Fast or the partial fast during Lent. In preparation for the dietary component of the Lenten Fast, please consult your medical provider and follow their guidance. Please do not participate in the dietary components of the Lenten Fast without first seeking medical guidance from your medical provider.
The Daniel Fast22
Ash Wednesday
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Drink water today.
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Commit to consuming locally grown, fresh or flash frozen produce when possible.
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Take a walk. Commit to consistency in your exercise or workout routine.
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Avoid listening to/watching secular media.
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Only use your cellphone for work-related matters or emergencies.
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Abstain from playing video games or game apps. Use this time to memorize scripture.
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Watch Rise Up, Wake Up, Pray Up or come to Bible Study.
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Do not watch any TV today.
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Declutter one room in your home.
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Pray that you will hear God’s voice clearly during lent.
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Pray for a deeper relationship with God.
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Pray in your secret space.
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Commit to praying for our federal, state, and local governments and our global community.
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Commit to praying about serving…ask God to reveal the ministry where you can operate in your spiritual gifts.
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Commit to joining a ministry. Visit reidtemple.org/ministry.
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Commit to serving the homeless.
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Commit to mentoring a young person.
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Meditate on John 13:1-20
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Commit to seeking God’s will regarding serving in ministry leadership.
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Commit to tithing.
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Commit to shredding at least one credit card.
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Commit to donating non-perishable food items to a local food pantry or shelter.
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Commit to donating clothing and other household items that you do not use to a worthy cause.
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Bless someone like a handyman, house cleaner, trash collector, grocery store worker, etc. with a gift card.
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Commit to attending worship services in person if you are physically able to do so.
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Encourage someone by sending them a hand- written letter or card.
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Commit to not listening to or sharing gossip; flee from gossip.
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Apologize to a family, friend, or colleague with whom you may not be reconciled.
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Commit to reading or listening to a Christian book this week.
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Read Luke 22:40-43; reflect on God’s will for your life.
