Last year the company my mom works for asked them to participate by wearing a costume to work. She didn’t agree with that, but instead of complaining, she used this as opportunity to witness. She went to the Christian bookstore and found a costume based on the full armor of God (Eph 6:10-17). It had the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit. She works at the front desk, so everyone sees her as they enter the building. When asked, she would tell them she was a “Soldier for the Lord”. Could they get mad at her for that? She was only following directions. I’ve also heard of people passing out candy with scriptures on the wrapper. Even the worst of things can be made good if used for God’s purpose.

As for the churches getting involved, I think they should. Kids may or may not understand why they can’t go out and the church needs to provide a place for them to hang out on Halloween. My church had a Family Fitness Night. My family I went and had a good time.