- Reading Luke 13.34 read by Kitty Bird
- Jesus said, ‘Jerusalem…How often have I desired to gather your
children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, and
you were not willing!’ - Short talk: ‘Mothering – instinct to protect’
Linking to the reading where Jesus pictures himself as a mother hen.
The instinct of protecting their young is shared among animals, including elephants, lions, cows, and birds.
It's important to respect animals' protective instincts when we come close to them.
Jesus longs to protect the human family and lead them into a better way of security, safety, peace, and dignity.
Imagine ourselves and other people as little chicks or goslings under the wing of Jesus.
Mothering Sunday is not just about celebrating biological mothers but also all kinds of people who care and protect others.
The importance of empathy and understanding in mothering.
The speaker encourages the audience to think about how they can protect and care for others.
