Have you ever come across a homeless individual and felt totally uncomfortable? You see them and you know they are in need, but you are not sure what to do.
You know that handing them money is not the best thing.
But, you also see that they clearly have some needs. Their lips are chapped.
They are hungry.
They are thirsty.
They are asking for help.
How can you help?
Here is a simple idea - blessing bags.
This was such an easy project.
We are now going to keep a few “Blessing Bags” in our car so that when we do happen to see someone on the streets who is homeless, we can hand them a Blessing Bag.
I first learned of these bags from my friend, Julie. I am using the picture of her bags (see above) because the ones we took were taken in horrible lighting and turned out really grainy and hard to see what is inside of them. If you’d like to make your own Blessing Bags, this is what you would need:
1. Gallon size Ziplock bags items to go in the bags, such as:
2. chap stick
3. packages of tissues
4. toothbrush and toothpaste
5. comb
6. soap
7. trail mix
8. granola bars
9. crackers
10. pack of gum
11. band aids
12. mouthwash
13. coins (could be used to make a phone call, or purchase a food item)
14. hand wipes you could also put in a warm pair of socks, and maybe a Starbucks gift card
Assemble all the items in the bags, and maybe throw in a note of encouragement. Seal the bags and stow in your car for a moment of providence.
This would be a great activity to do with some other families.
Each family could bring one of the items going into the bags (ex: toothbrushes).
Set up all the items around a table and walk around it with the ziplocks and fill the bags.
Information provided by KWAV's, which stands for "Kids With A Vision, whose mission is to create a safe place where kids (kindergarten thru 3rd grade) will: learn about God, explore Bible stories,positively develop character and integrity,learn to serve others and practice generosity and have FUN!
