For Christians, Lent is a period where we are reminded of Jesus’ journey to the cross and finally of the resurrection. During this time many of us think about giving certain things up like chocolate, candy, meat, and even our cell phones. Well, I don’t think Lent is about giving things up but I think it is a time for doing things to help those in most need in our communities.

In John chapter. 13 verse 15 where Jesus said after washing the feet of his disciples,” I have given you a model to follow, so as I have done for you, you should also do.” This means helping others.

We can join those community and faith-based groups that help those in our communities in the most in need, also give to food pantries, food kitchens and even donate blood if you can.

Now I’m just saying this because I do walk the talk. I’m grand Knight of St. Anastasia Knights of Columbus Council #5911 in Douglaston, and we are a charity organization that is dedicated to helping others and we even run two blood drives a year.

Now this Lent please think of helping our poor brothers and sisters who are in most need this Lent and all year long. You will be truly blessed.

Frederick Robert Bedell Jr.

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