Dear God. . .Why did you choose Maria to be Jesus' mother?
Erika, God chose a young girl very much like you, who had very little in this world, to do something extraordinary! He has plans for you, too, my little friend! This is Wess Stafford, President of Compassion International. Who believed in you before you believed in yourself? When a child lives in a nurturing, safe environment surrounded by supportive people who love them, believe in them, and affirm their lives, they dare to dream of what they might become. Children can do more than we think they can do. But they need a vote of confidence from you — from a grownup. Do what you can to shape a child's spirits, character and values. Help a child do the extraordinary! This is Wess Stafford. Speak up with compassion for a child!
