Your Calling as a Parent

train up

a child in the way they should go;

I read a lot of blogs and someimes I come across some that say just the right thing at the right time. This is how I felt when I read Mr. Middlekauff’s blog from the Charlotte Mason Poetry site. I have a short description below to encourage you to “click through” and read it for yourself!

A CALL TO PARENTS CHARLOTTE MASON POETRY

Summary:

Charlotte Mason's call to parents is centered around the idea that education is the responsibility of parents, not just schools or teachers. According to Mason, parents have a divine call to fill a prophetic office in their children's education, being chosen, commissioned, and empowered by God. This responsibility is comprehensive and cannot be delegated to others, and parents are seen as the means through which God imparts spiritual grace to their children. The priority of this call is paramount, as children are of astonishing worth and there is no substitute for the influence and guidance that parents can provide. Mason emphasizes that parents play a foundational role in creating an educational atmosphere, instilling discipline and habits, and cultivating a life of learning for their children. While schools can have their own strengths, Mason believes that parental involvement is crucial and should supplement and compensate for any deficiencies in school education. The call to parents applies to both mothers and fathers, with Mason stressing the importance of fathers being actively involved in their children's education. Despite the challenges and demands of answering this call, Mason suggests that parents find the time and make sacrifices out of love for their children and their role as educators. Through fulfilling this call, parents can create an environment where children love to learn and grow.