SIMPLE WAYS TO BE MORE CHARITABLE Being charitable is rewarding, not only to those on the receiving end of others’ good deeds but also for those doing the giving. Research conducted by the National Institutes of Health found participants who chose to donate a portion of money they were provided activated pleasure centers in the brain. Doing something positive can be uplifting, and being charitable helps others in need. Quite often people who engage in charitable works find inspiration through their efforts. That’s because working with a nonprofit group can create opportunities to meet new people, socialize and be surrounded with like-minded individuals. It also may help adults serve as role models to youngsters. Children who see their parents or other adults being charitable may be more likely to be philanthropic when they grow up. Every little bit counts when being charitable. Philanthropy doesn’t mean donating thousands of dollars or lots of hours volunteering. The following are some relatively easy ways to incorporate charity into one’s life. • Collect change: Place a coin jar near where you put your keys or wallet when entering the house. Empty loose change into the jar and watch it fill up. Use the collected funds to donate to a charitable group.
Lima Presbyterian Church
• Round up: When the grocery store checkout clerk asks if you want to round up your purchase to the nearest dollar for charity, opt in.
Beginning on January 10th, Sunday Morning Worship will be online. Please email contact@limapreschurch.org to reserve an invitation to Worship. David Kilgore, Minister • 624-3850
• Become a leader: Volunteer your time as a scout troop leader, coach a sports team or offer free tutoring for students. You’ll be making an immediate difference in the lives of young people. • Charitable consumption: Buy from companies that are involved with cause-related products. Many products are tied to charitable efforts, with a portion of money going directly to nonprofits.
First Presbyterian Church of Livonia Center 3836 Richmond Mills Road, Rt. 20A, Livonia Center
• Throw a party: Host a party with a philanthropic theme. Guests can arrive and make a donation or bring a gift that will go to a charitable cause.
346-5075 Pastor, Jamie Tyrrell Sunday Worship 9:30 am • Handicap Accessible
• Use your hobby: Participate in charity fundraisers that incorporate some of your favorite hobbies. For those who knit or craft, donate or sell your creations for the good of those in need. Being charitable is easier than one might think, and even the smallest efforts can produce big results.
Leicester Evangelical Presbyterian Church 161 Main St., Leicester • 382-3311 Pastor David Missel www.seekinggodtogether.com Adult Sunday School: 10am • Worship Service: 10:30am Please Join Us!
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York United Presbyterian Church 2662 Main St., York, NY • 243-1266 Sunday Worship Service in person at 11:00 am Available on the YouTube channel: “York UP in the 585”.
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Pastor: Rev. Michelle Sumption • All are welcome!
Central Presbyterian Church of Geneseo Corner 2nd & Center St. • 243-0669 Pastor Rev. Dr. Nancy E. Lowmaster Rev. Bruce Boak-Temporary Supply Pastor Rev. Laurel Nelson-Temporary Supply Pastor for Congregational Care Sunday Worship at 10am @www.cpcgeneseo.org Please wear a mask and social distancing will be practiced.
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST South Livonia United Church of Christ 5087 South Livonia Rd., Livonia • Pastor Susan Smith 585-514-3796 • southlivoniachurch@gmail.com Worship 10:00am Children Sunday School 10:20am www.southlivoniaucc.com • FB - South Livonia UCC
Lakeville United Church of Christ 5687 Big Tree Rd., Lakeville • 346-5235 www.facebook.com/Lakevilleucc Sunday Worship at 10:30am All are welcome/Open and Affirming Church. GENESEE VALLEY PENNY SAVER
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