ABC encourages National Children's Sabbath observance.

The Association of Brethren Caregivers (ABC) is encouraging congregations to honor the National Observance of Children's Sabbath Oct. 15-17. On behalf of the Church of the Brethren, ABC is partnering with the Children's Defense Fund (CDF) to support the event.

National Observance of Children's Sabbath seeks justice and care for the 12 million US children who live in poverty, and the 8.5 million who do not have health care insurance, according to a release from ABC. The theme for this year's observance is "Say That I'm a Child of God: Assuring Justice and Care to Leave No Child Behind."

The CDF has created a 2004 Children's Sabbath Resource Manual with planning materials and worship resources. The 174-page, interfaith manual is available from the Religious Action Division of CDF for $7. Call 202-662-3589 or order online at www.childrensdefense.org. Next year, Children's Sabbath will be observed Oct. 14-16, 2005.

Source: Newsline 8/06/2004
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