Stewardship is inviting Christians to do their bit in changing the world this Lent.

The charity is asking Christians to take up the 40acts challenge and create a movement of generosity.

The challenge is to "do Lent generously" this year by taking part in 40 acts of generosity over 40 days, some of which might focus on community engagement, the environment, or stepping out from personal comfort zones.

Ideas can be big and small, from inviting a neighbour to church or sending a thank you note, to helping someone to learn a new skill or picking up litter around the neighbourhood.

Debbie Wright, Stewardship’s Head of Content explains: “Lent marks a pivotal point in the history of the church, when Jesus prepared to give himself up as a sacrifice for all mankind.

"Traditionally we mark Lent by giving something up, but what if it could be more than that? What if Lent was a preparation for a lifetime of big-heartedness?

“What if you could give up chocolate and give the money to your favourite charity? What if you could turn the TV off and spend more time helping your neighbour as well?”

The 40-day challenge will be aided by 40 biblical reflections from contributors including Nicky Gumbel of Holy Trinity Brompton, Rob Parsons of Care for the Family, and Andy Frost of Share Jesus International.

Find out more at www.40acts.org.uk