Pass It On

A Book/Magazine Exchange

One of the ideas that came out of the Simplicity Study Group was to set up a recycling program for used books. Outside the library, you will find a rack set up with a few books that have already been donated to the project. The plan is for people to bring in books to pass on to someone else. When you are finished reading the book you borrowed, you can return it so that it can be passed on to someone else. If you wish, you can place a piece of paper inside the book with a comment and your name so they will know your thoughts and who last read the book. This may even encourage a discussion when they have finished the book!

We are looking to form a committee to explore ways to simplify and reduce the environmental impact of Bower Hill church activities. We will be looking at the use of recycled products, efficient use of office supplies, efficiencies in energy usage, etc.

Forming the group

We are looking to encourage members to use their own resources to make small loans through Kiva to third world individuals.

We piloted the program with a few individuals and have introduced the concept to the whole congregation.

Kiva Web Site

We are looking to encourage members to use their resources and invest in companies providing micro credit. Our effort may result in information about micro credit and a list of reputable companies.

A discussion will be held to look at our investments to see if other options that help the needy could be pursued.