Rainy days can have their own beauty, and today was one of those days. South Dakota has been parched for several weeks; so the rain was welcomed. The thirsty earth rejoices and drinks the moisture so that it is not exceedingly muddy in the yards and streets. The plants are raising their drooping leaves and cheerfully drinking in the rain. 
We appreciate the good number who came out to worship with us this morning. A father and grandfather have taken the responsibility to bring their children to church, and the children behave very well. We admire their dedication in getting these young ones ready and bringing them in to the church, lining them up in the pew with them. This feat is not for the fainthearted.
We also had a higher number than usual who showed up for the afternoon Sunday School. The lesson was the story that Jesus told about the shepherd who lost his one sheep, and the search for that little sheep. The children listened and helped me by making the owl and coyote cries that the shepherd might have heard when he was out in the night searching for the sheep. The story came to life for several of us. I think that is one of the most beautiful stories that Jesus told. 
After the story, we went down into the basement and iced and decorated little leaf-shaped cookies. The kids loved it, as you can see in the pictures. They especially love licking the icing spoon when they are finished icing the cookie. :) We love the children, and we are so happy to have the opportunity to meet with them each week. 
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