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Isaiah 58 Church Campaign What is the Isaiah 58 “True Fast” Challenge? Devote 58 days as a congregation learning about and practicing the “true fast” that God has called us to in Isaiah 58:6–7, serving others locally and globally. Who can participate in the Isaiah 58 “True Fast” Challenge? Everyone! • Youth groups • Sunday school classes • Bible studies/small groups • Families • Individuals When does the Isaiah 58 “True Fast” Challenge begin? You can begin the Isaiah 58 "True Fast" Challenge at any time that fits into your church calendar. e Challenge is designed to last 58 days, over eight Sundays. Get Started Today! Sign up today at ifcj.org/Isaiah58Fast to gain access to program materials How does the Isaiah 58 “True Fast” Challenge Work? 1. EDUCATE Teach your congregation about the “true fast” that God commands in Isaiah 58 for eight Sundays with our downloadable PDFs, including: • 8-week set of sermon outlines • 8-week set of slides tied to the sermon • 8-week set of bulletin inserts • 8-week devotional packets for home, Sunday school, or small group use 2. ENGAGE Incorporate the principles of a “true fast” for the next 58 days by performing acts of kindness and service within the home and the community with: • 58 Ways to Serve — a guide to daily and easy-to-do acts of service and kindness • Use the hashtag #Isaiah58Fast to share on social media of how your church members are engaging in the challenge to encourage others to participate 3. ENCOURAGE Challenge the congregation to participate in a global “true fast” by supporting e Fellowship’ s lifesaving work with a gift of $58 to help 10 needy Jews; $580 to help 100 needy Jews; or a generous gift of $5,800 to help 1,000 needy Jews in the former Soviet Union survive one more day. 4. CELEBRATE! Celebrate the gifts of your congregation with a “Break Fast”
