Zipper Lock Bag - This holds all of the things listed

New Testament, Gospel of John or other scripture
• http://www.livingwater.org offers a free copy of the Logos translation of the Gospel of John. This is a very attractive, easy to understand booklet. On their site, click 'Info. for Christian Ministries' to find out how to get additional copies to put in the bags at a very, very reasonable price.
• The easy to understand NIV New Testament is available about 50 cents each at http://shop.gospelcom.net/cgi-bin/IBSDirect.storefront/.
• You might find a booklet dealing with questions about why bad things happen and offering comfort to people going through difficult situations.
  
  
Toothbrush - We've been getting these from the dollar store in packages of 5 for $1.00

Toothpaste - Our Wal-Mart sells the sample size for 50 cents each. They donated some for our first bags.

Comb - Available in packages. Be careful if you use the ones with the pointed tails as they can puncture the bags.

Bar soap - Sample size. Ours were donated by the Stagecoach Inn, a local hotel

Shampoo - Sample size. Ours were donated by the Stagecoach Inn

Small notepad

Pen

Deodorant - Dollar stores carry a stick deoderant for less than $1 each

Razor - Buy the packages of disposables and put 1 or 2 in each bag

Plastic bags - We put in 3 or 4 laundry bags donated by Stagecoach Inn. You could use a few trash bags instead. They are handy for sooty belongings salvaged from a fire.

Invitation - Something in the bag could invite the receiver to contact a loving support group for more help if it is needed.

Resources - Put in a list of phone numbers for local agencies which may be able to help. This is also a good way to mention the names of agencies, businesses and individuals who have helped with the project.