2010 Lenten Fast Guide
Fast begins 6 AM Ash Wednesday-February 17th

Fast Ends at Benediction of Service Easter Sunday-April 4th

  • Refrain from eating "white" foods; products that contain enriched flour. (i.e. breads, pasta, rice, etc.)
  • Refrain from eating Sweets
  • All meals must be finished by 7:00 p.m. daily. If you work nights, please adjust accordingly
  • NO Drinks with added sugar. You are allowed to drink 100% juices
  • Engage in 30 minutes of aerobic exercise, 5 days a week
  • Read one Christian book a week. Publication must be more than 5 pages
  • Pray for ONE individual you are in relationship with (family or friend) who is not saved. You are not to witness to the person or provide them with biblical materials. You are solely encouraged to pray on their behalf throughout the period of fasting
  • Continue to pray for our brothers and sisters in Haiti

Note: If you are highly interested, you may eat products made with wheat flour. Please read labels and abide accordingly.

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