An Indian Journey through Lent, Day 30
Today I’ll return to Week 4 of the Anglican Church of southern Africa’s Carbon Fast for Lent.
WEEK #4 FOOD PRODUCTION:
“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” - 1 Corinthians 10:31
MEAT-FREE MONDAY, 31st March LEARN:
Start, or transform, your own veggie patch by learning about gardening organically. Organic food is food which is produced using environmentally friendly methods and recognises the direct connection between our health and how the food we eat is produced.
Tuesday, 1st April AT HOME:
Prepare and enjoy a simple meal with local and seasonal food. Why not plan each meal this week around seasonal ingredients – maybe even try a new ingredient or recipe. (Be sure to find out which fish species are endangered.)
Wednesday, 2nd April IN COMMUNITY:
Organise an organic, seasonal, local, fresh produce market at your church once-off or start a monthly market. Invite local farmers and producers to engage with churchgoers and the larger community.
Thursday, 3rd April SHARE:
Tell friends, family and acquaintances that you are participating in Meat-Free Mondays... If you are a vegetarian, make Mondays dairy-free!
http://meatfreemondays.com/
FISH FRIDAY, 4th April LOCAL:
Don't poison the environment. In your own garden, stop using weed killers that contaminate the soil and groundwater with harmful chemicals. Don't pour oils, paints and detergents down storm-water drains. This pollutes the rivers and other fresh water sources.
Saturday, 5th April GLOBAL:
Cut air miles. Don't buy any food that you know has been imported by plane (apart from fair trade products). If labelling is unclear, ask. Instead, support local producers and choose seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Sunday, 6th April SABBATH:
Find ways to garden in or with your church or community. Resurrect a forgotten wasteland or help weed a neighbour’s garden. Grow things you can all eat and enjoy.

Today I’ll return to Week 4 of the Anglican Church of southern Africa’s Carbon Fast for Lent.
WEEK #4 FOOD PRODUCTION:
“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” - 1 Corinthians 10:31
MEAT-FREE MONDAY, 31st March LEARN:
Start, or transform, your own veggie patch by learning about gardening organically. Organic food is food which is produced using environmentally friendly methods and recognises the direct connection between our health and how the food we eat is produced.
Tuesday, 1st April AT HOME:
Prepare and enjoy a simple meal with local and seasonal food. Why not plan each meal this week around seasonal ingredients – maybe even try a new ingredient or recipe. (Be sure to find out which fish species are endangered.)
Wednesday, 2nd April IN COMMUNITY:
Organise an organic, seasonal, local, fresh produce market at your church once-off or start a monthly market. Invite local farmers and producers to engage with churchgoers and the larger community.
Thursday, 3rd April SHARE:
Tell friends, family and acquaintances that you are participating in Meat-Free Mondays... If you are a vegetarian, make Mondays dairy-free!
http://meatfreemondays.com/
FISH FRIDAY, 4th April LOCAL:
Don't poison the environment. In your own garden, stop using weed killers that contaminate the soil and groundwater with harmful chemicals. Don't pour oils, paints and detergents down storm-water drains. This pollutes the rivers and other fresh water sources.
Saturday, 5th April GLOBAL:
Cut air miles. Don't buy any food that you know has been imported by plane (apart from fair trade products). If labelling is unclear, ask. Instead, support local producers and choose seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Sunday, 6th April SABBATH:
Find ways to garden in or with your church or community. Resurrect a forgotten wasteland or help weed a neighbour’s garden. Grow things you can all eat and enjoy.

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