Children in Crisis by Glenn Myers

Children in Crisis by Glenn Myers
The Shocking World of Children in Crisis
Staggering statistics reported by Glenn Myers in his book "Children in Crisis" although written ten years ago continue to reflect conditions today. The spiraling crisis faced by children in third world nations continues to rise.
Earlier problems and to other debilitating diseases have in part been reduced but are now replaced with a new quandary, a new crisis. Street children, child soldiers, a global sex industry, child labor, and various forms of slavery are growing problems. Excessive poverty, lack of education, and abuse in various forms add to the nightmares experienced by these children.
Recruitment of adolescent children to take part in modern warfare and to witness the atrocities of violence and death have created trauma in the minds and lives of these "child soldiers." These children in crisis have been exploited and now make up a big part of a global sex industry. Myers details these problems, reports on the government's failure, the churches lethargy, and the community neglect in meeting the urgency faced by children in crisis.
I was encouraged by positive steps now being taken to address the role of the church in a renewed all out effort to minister healing and reform in this multifaceted area of need. UNICEF and the Christian community have made inroads in facing the crisis by providing education, training, and a holistic approach to meet the physical and spiritual needs, by providing food, medical supplies, street workers, drop-in centers, and night shelters for the children.
The many photographs included in the book depict children in various and stages of crisis and circumstances that clearly illustrate the dilemma they face.
Readers are encouraged to become active in intercession, networking, and church planting. "Children in Crisis" is a wake up call to a need for action. A list of resources and organizations is provided to help the reader become involved. "Children in Crisis" is timely, important, and compelling.
OM Publishing, 1850782709
As Reviewed for Midwest Book Review
Richard R. Blake, Christian Education Consultant, Book Store Owner