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Almsgiving: What it Means and Why it Matters

There’s a triad mentioned often during the season of Lent—prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. “But what does that last one mean?” your girl might be thinking.  

Most Christians have a limited view of almsgiving. Can I guess what your definition might be? On the count of three, say it with me… 1…2…3… “giving money to the poor”. Did I read your mind? While giving money to the poor is technically correct, almsgiving is more than financial generosity. Alms are money, food, or other material goods given to people living in poverty—sacrifices that require our time, talent, or treasure. 

This Lent, encourage your girl to find alternative ways of almsgiving that are pleasing to God. Seeking out acts of charity will open her eyes to the opportunities for generosity in everyday life. 

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American Heritage Girls is the premier national character development organization for young women that embraces Christian values and encourages family involvement. AHG is dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country.