Little Shepherd is a 2002 American animated film about Christmas, written by Kayte Kuch and Sheryl Scarborough and directed by Walt Kubiak. Plot In the dark of night, the fields surrounding Bethlehem are alive with expectation. Wolves have been spotted and every shepherd is nervous - including young Joel (Sean Michael Afabl) and his family. As Joel embarks upon the journey of becoming a shepherd, he is afraid of the dangers that lie ahead. But he is about to discover that he need not face these dangers alone. An unexpected surprise will lead to the revelation that God provides the answer for every fear. Voice cast * Sean Michael Afabl as Joel * Lia Sargent as Martha * Pete Fountain as Benjamin * Frank Benett as Grandfather * Bob Johnson as Angel * Kristen Kubiak as Sarah Reception Christian Film Guide writes that the film is "a playful drama with an endearing message that will captivate the entire family", and calls it "a timeless story of Christmas with a twist." Lutheran Hour Ministries aired the film in 2003, writing that it was "designed to share Christian values with young families".
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