Wednesday, October 31, 2018

BENJI Good morning! I’m Benji Riddle – Director of Youth Ministry at Central United Methodist. Today is Halloween, and tonight kids, of all kinds, will be going door to door eagerly anticipating treats. Now people of faith have all sorts of opinions about today, but I would encourage you to see the positive opportunities this day might hold. The chance to connect with your neighbors and turn strangers into friends. Set up at the end of your walkway or driveway, where parents are more likely to pass by. Introduce yourself and pass out glow sticks to help the kiddos be more visible and healthy; buy tasty snacks or small toys! Walking can be wearisome, so perhaps offer the parents a seat and some refreshment in the form of warm apple cider or cold bottled water, depending on this Mississippi weather. God made us relational, and with them coming to our door, we can authentically take God’s command to love our neighbors literally! Have fun, be safe, and God bless!