LET THE CHILDREN COME TO ME!

Two little girls who love puppies!

Childrens’ Day is a national holiday in Mexico.  Although April 30 is the official Day of the Children, the entire week previous to that holds festivals, parties, celebrations and events of every kind.  There are city wide gatherings in the park and there are church parties and there are family parties for the children.  It’s a week of great excitement!  Many schools celebrate the day before and parents are invited. Of course, there are usually no classes on Children's Day itself, even though it is not an official holiday in the school calendar. 

On Children's Day, the main focus is on the children and making them feel special. In shopping malls all over Mexico, special events with clowns, magicians, music, shows and balloons take place. Amusement parks as well as zoos and children's museums usually offer discounts or special deals for children on this day.. 

It was much more fun sitting on top of the table!

The church in Nuevo Progreso held parties on two occasions, inviting local children for music, Bible stories, activities and snacks.  Although there was not a large crowd of children, the ones who took part enjoyed a good time together.

Kimberly always has an enormous smile!

Day of the Children was designed to celebrate and honor the children of Mexico.  Our goal is always to point the children to the Lord and to encourage them to come to Sunday School.  

Jesus said in Luke 18:16  “Let the children come to me.”