Reflection

“Children are not a distraction from more important work. They are the most important work.”
–C. S. Lewis 

Prayer

God over all,

Every day in our world, aggressors go to war with indiscriminate violence, policies are enacted to privilege the few, and families are divided for often spurious reasons. Always it’s the children who suffer the pain of these disruptive decisions, which they have no part in. We hurt for their hurts, but this is not enough. Inspire us to advocate for the young, working to protect their freedom to grow, surrounded by love, belonging, and safety. Guide us in this most important work. In our families, our neighborhoods, and our world, we pray. Amen.

Call to Action

Be conscientious today of the children I meet. Esteem them with kindness, respect, and sincerity.