And a little child shall lead them

There is a fascinating story in a recent New York Times Fashion & Style section about a young boy who is determined to go to church. The parents, including the father who almost became a Xaverian Brother but then left the church completely, seem to be typical Boomers who have no use for religion and would rather drink their coffee and read the Times on Sunday morning. Despite their lack of support - "you don't have to go every Sunday" - they seem to be gradually drawn in by their son's faithfulness and seeking.

There is so much to look at here I almost don't know where to start. The parents' abandonment of religion. Their discouraging attitude along the way. The fact the Times sees this as a "fashion and style" story!

But most of all, the joy and wonder of a child who seeks God. How dare we not give our children every opportunity to know and worship the living God?

Blog alert: more to come in the next post.

The New York Times story is here.

(with thanks to biblebeltblogger)