Thoughs from Yolanda McCabe, Director of Children and Family Ministry.
As we walked up to the Blessing Box, a sweet older gentleman was walking back to his car as he left behind a bag of muffins that I’m sure his sweet wife sitting next to him asked him to place inside the box. The children then gathered around as I opened up the Blessing Box and they were happy to see the bag of muffins, but sad to see that it was on the shelf all alone.
We took a moment to place the items that were in the hands of the children on the shelves. Then I heard the sounds of gratitude that were expressed by the children as they looked inside the Blessing Box and knew what they saw was good! It was full. It was full with food and blessings.
I quickly asked in that moment if anyone wanted to lead us in a prayer? Bellamy just as quickly had her arm in the air. Such a beautiful prayer giving thanks to God and asking Him to help those in need.
Afterwards we closed the door and returned back to church.
This picture captures the children seeing that “it is good”. I love how they were able to see the Blessing Box being nearly empty and then afterwards seeing how they made a difference with their donations. It is good indeed, on so many levels!
We hold children’s mission time on the 4th Sunday of each month. We have discussion time about the importance of missions and being the hands and feet of Jesus. We would love to have you and your kids join us on a Sunday morning!
