Light a Candle for Children - 2017

Light a Candle for Children - 2017

"Moving Forward with Hope: Love and Justice for Every Child."

This year's Children's Sabbath celebration will be Sunday October 22, 2017.

The Light a Candle Prayer Vigil uses a different focus scripture each week related to the overall theme as we prepare for Children's Sabbath. You may follow along each day with us online as daily reflections are posted. The devotions will begin Monday, September 25, 2017.

The devotions will be posted on this website and Facebook page.

Week of September 25, John 6:9-11, Be an Example of Hope

Week of October 2, Hebrews 13:1-2, Be an Example of Justice

Week of October 9, 1 Thessalonians 1:4-8, Be an Example of Love

Week of October 16, John 21:15, Be an Example for Every Child

Other resources for organizing worship and awareness can be found at the Children's Defense Fund website.