It Takes a Village

We will hear the story of 12-year-old Jesus who was missing from his parents for five days. Five days! Imagine the panic of Mary and Joseph. When they found him, he was in the temple, quietly having a deep discussion with the teachers. For four or five days, adults who were not his parents cared, protected, fed, nurtured and taught Jesus. This is the vision for all of our children and youth—a village that will support the development and growth of each of them. Too often, families feel isolated and on their own to figure out the challenges of raising children. This week we will commit ourselves to being a village and caring for all of God's children.