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Meet the Myers Family
One of our favorite parts of Show Hope’s inaugural Hope for the Journey Conference was the variety of perspectives shared throughout each of the five learning modules. In a segment known as “Practical Perspectives,” we heard from adult adoptees, foster care alumni, adoptive parents, and siblings of adopted children. The faces and voices featured in…
What’s Coming At Hope for the Journey Conference 2022
Resources for Adoptive Families and More
Whether you are just beginning the adoption process or have already welcomed home your child through adoption, there are pre- and post-adoption support resources available to better equip you and your family. With more research and insight coming to light over the past several years, our understanding of the unique needs of children who have…
Adoption Costs and Financing
One of the primary barriers standing between waiting children and families is the costs associated with adoption. In fact, with the cost of adoption ranging between $25,000 and $50,000, this is simply outside the reach of many families. This reality can be overwhelming and discouraging; however, there are resources available to help bridge the financial…
“You don’t have to walk this journey by yourself.”
Taylor and TJ Mauldin both felt drawn to adoption long before meeting each other. Early in their marriage, they became foster parents. After this experience, they felt the Lord calling them to grow their family through adoption, specifically from India. In 2017, they welcomed home their son, Cameron, and in 2020 their daughter, Lizzy Claire. …
Understanding the Different Types of Adoption
When you first begin the journey, learning the ins and outs of the adoption process can feel overwhelming. There is a lot of information to absorb, and a lot of decisions to make. How do you know which type of adoption is right for you and your family? What are the different types of adoption?…
4 Commonly Asked Questions About Adoption
Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman founded Show Hope in 2003 with its mission to care for orphans by engaging the Church and reducing barriers to adoption. So as you might imagine, over the many years since Show Hope’s beginning, we have been asked a plethora of questions regarding the adoption process and journey. The…