First, a little background. The handbook does not state you MUST do any activities, but I feel it's a fantastic way to get into the homes (or at least to their doorstep) of those you may not get to see every Sunday (or any Sunday). Even if they choose not to attend, I still get to see them and let them know we're thinking about them. We participate in or plan several activities every year. We plan and put on two activities strictly for the children (usually one in late winter and one in the…