See a need. Fill a need.
Michele Thomas did just that recently after she was appalled at dialogue on a post about abortion rates in Iceland, which specifically pointed to early screening for Down syndrome as one of the reasons for high rates.
“One particular morning I got on FB and clicked on a link to one of the stories. As I scrolled down I came to the comments section. I was shocked and heartbroken reading the things people were saying: “Children with Down syndrome don’t deserve to live.” “They are a money pit for our tax dollars.”
This lit a fire inside Michele and she knew she had to do something to advocate for all of the beautiful people in the world with Down syndrome.
Together with Ashley Mathews, Mandy Williams, Mattie Geist, and Garett Garcia, Michele created The Least of These Project to depict the type of relationship that each of these special children has with the Savior.
Ashley Mathews expressed that their “hope is that this project will open the world’s eyes to how beautiful and wonderful these kids really are. To Christ these kids are perfect, just like all other kids.”
When Michele, Ashley, and Mandy were brainstorming the name for this project, Matthew 25:40 kept coming to Mandy’s mind.
“As ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.”
Mandy said, “I reflected on those with Down syndrome. In our modern world, they are often treated as less. But I can tell you from spending time with each one of these beautiful children and their families that they are truly precious.”
Mandy Williams was the photographer and had the wonderful opportunity of trying to capture on film the loving relationship between Christ and these children.
Garett Garcia played the role of Christ and was humbled and grateful for the chance to meet all of the children. “Words can’t explain the joy I felt while working with these amazing children. Their kind and loving spirits made the experience unforgettable.”
Several families and a total of twenty-one children with Down syndrome were photographed, filmed, and interviewed for The Least of These Project so be sure to follow their Facebook page to see all of the amazing content they will be releasing.
For a sneak peak of the video that Mattie Geist filmed as part of The Least of These Project, watch the trailer below.
https://youtu.be/CzCGFaIRaQQ
@Doris, hi Doris I not only work with young people with Downs Syndrome, which has enriched my life for 27 year’s as they have given me so much also my daughter has just given birth to our granddaughter who has been born with Downs syndrome and was offered a termination at 34 weeks. She is the light and love of our life . When we were told about how late on they do terminations I wept for days as I just couldn’t get passed it. My daughter immediately said absolutely not she’s our little girl and no matter what she will be loved by all our family and supported we already love her so much. At this the consultant cried and hugged us both. She’s with us now and a beautiful angel that deserves a chance of life .x
Thank you so much for sharing Doris!
I am Blessed to have my Beautiful Daughter Raelynn who i was diagnose during right at the beginning of my pregnancy. But you know what My Husband And I still chose to have our beautiful girl .. There is no way in this world I would ever have an abortion period. I had the most amazing doctors that took care of me and my baby girl. I never had one to suggest for me to have an abortion. They all are so amazing and offered me so much info .. My daughter did have to have open heart surgery at 4 months old but I tell ya. My Girl is a warrior 💗
She is doing so well and is 4 years old now. It’s just so amazing the things she does new every Day and we are like where did that come from lol.
Stay Blessed
I am blessed to have one of these angels!
This is beautiful. Thanks for sharing. God bless.
How can I purchase pictures of the Down syndrome children with Jesus? So many parents would be deeply grateful to have these incredible pictures in their home.
Stunning! A beautiful sight to see these little children with our Savior who loves them no less than he does me or you. Very touching and long overdue.
Love the project and the pictures! How can I get a copy of the cover photo?
How can I get a copy of this article about Christ and Down Syndrome children?