In this Gospel we listen to a parable that many of us would be familiar with. Remember that a parable is a short, simple story which Jesus told to explain an important truth or teaching to the people. In this parable, Jesus compares the kingdom of God to a little mustard seed. The mustard seed plant and its seeds were a common sight in Israel, so the image created would make sense to the listener. The mustard seed plant grows from a tiny beginning into something great, just like the kingdom of God. The seeds of faith have been ‘planted’ in each of us and we should try to nurture those seeds throughout our lives so that the kingdom of God can grow just like the mustard seed. Maybe you could plant some seeds with your children and care for them so that they grow just like God’s kingdom grows when it is cared for.