The first week in the 2011 season of Lent has passed. I hope everyone is benefitting from this time of reflection and prayer. Today I would like to share something I have learned from Lent this year.
Although much of our thought this time of year is directed toward our personal relationship with God, I realized this year that Lent is also about God at large in the world and how we, as Christians, respond to society.
This past Sunday, the University of Scranton dedicated its masses to a worldwide event called Freedom Sunday. On this day, churches around the world brought up the issue of human trafficking, which is still an important social concern. There are approximately 27 million enslaved people in the world today. As Christians, it is our moral duty to oppose enslavement at every turn. This service was one way to do so.
As the season of Lent continues, I ask you to think beyond what you can give up for Lent (candy, television, etc.) Although all of these are admirable undertakings, think also about what you can do for God’s community during these 40 days and beyond.
Boycott a company that uses slave labor in its factories. Educate yourself about issues of modern day slavery. Visit www.notforsalecampaign.org and www.freedomsunday.org for more ideas. Do whatever you can to make the world a place that reflects the love and will of God.
Emily D. (Freshman) Wednesday March 16th, 2011
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