Day 18 – Primary Caregivers
‘He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."’ – Psalm 91:1-2
Many of the most vulnerable children are being cared for by their grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings, or other relatives. These people have experiences similar to the children under their care, which influence the way that they care for the children. Ask Jesus to reveal Himself to each Primary Caregiver, that their experience of His love and grace will positively change the way that they interact with the children under their care.
“When I first started coming to the Relationship Group for Primary Caregivers, it was because I was feeling lonely when I was at home alone. So, when I came here, I found that they were talking about relationships. When I first started coming, I didn’t talk a lot but the people that I have met here have encouraged me. I’m a happy person because I am part of this precious group. I feel joy. Even if I share my problems, I don’t hear them being talked about outside of this group. There is confidentiality.” – A Primary Caregiver in Chibuli Community, Zambia