Thoughts on Hallowe'en

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Date: 04 October 2010 17:58:47

When I first became a Christian, I attended a fundy type of church where Hallowe'en was frowned upon.  They organised 'Light Parties' as healthy alternative.  I consequently felt a little guilty when attending a Hallowe'en party held by my friends as a teenager.

When I travelled to Canada, I was surprised by my hosts (staunch Christians) taking their young daughter trick-or-treating and the fact that the local Christians had an overtly 'Hallowe'eny' celebration meal.  Black and orange balloons, pumpkin shaped chocs etc.

There was recently conversation on Facebook about the celebration of Hallowe'en, which made me think about it a little more.

Today I was informed that we will be celebrating Hallowe'en for the service-users at work.  I had an immediate 'that's not healthy' internal response, quickly followed by 'why not?' and then by 'no real reason!'

In conclusion, I think I am generally okay with Hallowe'en these days, tho I would like not to be bribed for sweets at my front door around the approx time of 31st Oct!!!