"The wolf will live with the lamb, the leopard will lie down with the goat, the calf and the lion and the yearling together; and a little child will lead them."
—Isaiah 11:6
Join the Children's Defense Fund, The United Methodist Church, and United Women in Faith in celebrating Children's Sabbaths® during any Sunday in October.*
Visit the Children's Defense Fund website to download a free planning resource and/or register for training sessions happening throughout September.
In the effort to mobilize congregations around the country this year, Children's Defense Fund is asking every participating faith community to move from worship to action by taking at least one concrete, nonpartisan step with and on behalf of children. The manual has suggested tools for that action.
Already planning a Children's Sabbaths® Celebration with your unit, church, or larger community? Reply to this email and let us know the details. We want to honor and recognize your work.
*Note: Most faith communities celebrate Children's Sabbaths® during the third weekend in October. This date conflicts with Laity Sunday, so United Methodist churches often celebrate on the second Sunday in October. You may celebrate on whatever date works best for your congregation.