Acts of Love and Kindness
Small things done with great love can change everything! A random act of kindness is a simple and fun way to show Jesus’ love. Spread that love and kindness today. With each act, give an Acts of Kindness card to let someone know we see them, and they are loved by God. Here are just a few ideas of random acts of kindness that we can all focus on. Details about cards are below.
IDEAS FOR ACTS OF KINDNESS
Smile at someone just because.
Buy coffee for the person behind you in line.
Donate old clothing or toys.
Donate old towels, blankets, or food to an animal shelter.
Bake cookies for someone.
Donate to a food bank.
Write a letter of gratitude to someone.
Write kind words or draw smiley faces on rocks and leave them for others to find.
Send a care package to deployed soldiers.
Let someone go ahead of you in line.
Leave a generous tip at a restaurant.
Find opportunities to give compliments. It costs nothing, takes no time, and could make someone’s day. Don’t just think it. Say it.
Do an extra chore.
Read to a sibling.
Know parents who could use a night out? Offer to babysit for free.
Write a note to a friend and list all the things you love about them.
Take flowers or treats to the nurses’ station at your nearest hospital or nursing home.
Send a ‘Thank You’ card or note to the officers at your local police or fire station.
Run an errand for a family member or friend who is busy.
Email or write to a former teacher who made a difference in your life.
Encounter someone in customer service who is especially kind? Tell their manager.
Call someone just to say hello.
Send flowers to someone.
Cook a meal for a neighbor.
Pick up litter in the park.
Help someone you know who is struggling financially.
Donate to your favorite charity.
"My dear children, let's not just talk about love; let's practice real love."
1 John 3:18
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We have created small cards that you can print and leave with your small act of kindness. The cards are formatted to be printed on Avery label 5371. The front of the card has been created to send joy and the back of the card has been created to let people know that there is an entire community that loves them! Click the links below to print!
These cards are also available in the Church Office. Stop by between the hours of 10 a.m. to 12 Noon Monday through Friday and to pick up some cards.