Blessing Bags
Over the course of this past year, the number of individuals within our city needing support has increased. On a monthly basis, we’ve encountered at least 25 men and women asking for food, clothing, and other practical items. As a church, we’ve typically met this need by providing grocery cards but when the Community Engagement Team (CET) met this past spring, they felt God’s calling to provide something more. That something more is what we’ve called “Blessing Bags“.
All the believers were united in heart and mind. And they felt that what they owned was not their own, so they shared everything they had.
Acts 4:32 (NLT)
IMPORTANT – we recommend committing yourself to one item, rather than purchasing an entire blessing bag on your own.
Are you ready to share what God has blessed you with? If so, contact Tony and he can send you our list of items that we need!
Blessing Bags
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Each bag will contain:
NECESSITIES
1 Large Size Ziploc Bag
1 pack of Baby Wipes
1 Toothbrush
1 Toothpaste
4 pairs of Hand Warmers
1 pack of travel-size Tissues
1 Notepad
1 Fine Point Sharpie
2 Mask
NON-PERISHABLE FOOD
1 pack of Beef Jerky
2 Bottles of Water
1 box of Cereal Bars/Protein Bars
PERSONAL ITEMS
3 pairs of warm/wool Socks
1 pair of Gloves
1 Washcloth
1 Toque
EXTRAS (optional)
1 Head-lamp/LED
1 Backpack
1 small First Aid Kit
Blessing Bags
FAQ's
Where do I bring my items, once I’ve purchased them?
Please bring your items to the church. There will be a tote placed in the foyer between the two main doors for the worship centre.
How long do I have to collect the items I’ve signed up for?
You can drop them off any time. Contact Pastor Tony Community@DalhousieChurch.com if you are dropping off items during a weekday.
I’d like to buy all of the items to complete a blessing bag, can I do that and how much should I be looking to spend to fulfill 1 bag?
Yes, you can. There is a list of items for bags below and you’d be looking to spend approximately $50+ per bag.
Can I give money to the Blessing Bag project?
Yes, you can. Go to DalhousieChurch.com/Give and select Benevolent Aid Fund from the drop-down menu and add “Blessing Bag” in the memo section.