A simple childhood song

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I have a little story to tell, but I wouldn't want it to spread too far or someone might get in trouble. I was at a public school today which will remain unnamed. This school was having a "move up" day - welcoming Kindergarten students and any other kids who will be new in the '10-'11 school year. Since Titus will be a new 2nd grade student at the aforementioned public school, we were attending move up day in the "Little Room." The Little room is for Kinder-2nd grade. The teacher, Mrs. B, is a loving, creative, fun woman. Move up day consisted of two crafts - gack and bead necklaces - an obstacle course, recess, snack and carpet time. Who wouldn't want to go there with that kind of introduction day?

So at carpet time the teacher led in a rousing rendition of "Down by the Sea." As she solicited other songs to sing, one small Kindergarten boy raised his hand and said, "Jesus Loves Me." Now, I have been impressed with so many things at this school. The families are so committed, the community is so supportive, and the teachers are fantastic. It's not just a great learning environment, it's a great living and growing environment. But when this little boy suggested that the class at the public school should sing "Jesus Loves Me," I was waiting to hear how the teacher would deflect the request, or turn him down. What I heard instead surprised even me. Mrs. B of the unnamed public school said, "O.K. let's all sing Jesus Loves Me," and the little room kids proceeded to sing a simple, innocent, truth-telling childhood song.

There were parents in the room. There were other kids. There were other staff members. I don't know if Mrs. B is a Christ follower or not, but I do know that she made my day.