Article November 16, 1992 Issue

Single parenting

The Christian Science Monitor

Most of us can probably think of someone who is a single parent. Having had that label—and its accompanying responsibilities—myself, I gave it a lot of thought.

As a youngster I had learned that God is my Father and my Mother. I was taught in the Christian Science Sunday School that no matter where I was, I could never be alone because God was always there caring for me and directing me. This was very comforting to me when I was a child. When I became an adult and found myself a single parent, I prayed to know that God was still there to care for me and direct me, to know that He was the true Parent of my children.

Many times I felt fearful, inadequate, and alone. These were the times that I would go to the Bible for inspiration and comfort. One of my favorite passages is in Isaiah. It reads, "He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young." I really felt this passage was talking directly to me. I felt closer to God. It helped me see that I was God's spiritual idea and that I was always receptive to His guiding thoughts.

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