“There can be no keener revelation of a society’s soul than the way in which it treats its children.”
—Nelson Mandela

Prayer

God of life,

You taught us to welcome children in your name, revealing that these little ones are in fact the greatest in your sight. Open our eyes to see what you see and love what you love in the face of a child. More than this, help us to change and become such as these, learning the greatness of becoming your children ourselves, that we might receive all as gift and learn to give as you give—generously, abundantly, and without conditions. Amen.

Call to Action

How can I show God’s esteem for the children I meet today? Make a choice to show God’s hospitality to children in a special way.