Posted by
Billy on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 8:59:47 PM
British church leaders are encouraging people to give up their iPods for Lent, instead of more traditional vices such as
chocolate, to help save the planet.
The Bishop of London, Richard Chartres, and the Bishop of Liverpool, James Jones, are among those calling
for a carbon fast for Lent -- a period ahead of Easter which Christians traditionally
consider a time of penance and reflection -- which begins on Wednesday.
As well as spending a day without using technology such as mobile phones or
iPods, the 46 daily suggestions also include eating by candlelight, cutting meat
and vegetables thinner so they cook faster and flushing the toilet less
often.
(How sad is it when th PC talk hits the church. Those who are in spiritual leadership need to help people find out what a relationship with God is all about and how to grow in that relationship. There should not be this worldly talk of putting the planet ahead of people and faith in God inside the church. Read more on this issue Give
up your iPod for Lent, bishops urge.)