Posts Tagged ‘adoption’
A Beam of Light
Beam of light. That is what Nolitha’s name means in Xhosa, one of the official languages of South Africa where she was born. And according to Jane and Aaron Littmann, her name could not be more accurate. “Every photo we received of her [before bringing her home] proved that to be true,” Aaron said. “She…
Read MoreWhat It Means to Be a Child of God
But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God … — John 1:12 See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are … — 1 John 3:1 For many,…
Read More10 Helpful Resources for Families Impacted by Adoption or Foster Care
We hope this list will be impactful for you on your journey. Here are 10 resources for adoptive and foster care families.
Read MoreHow Will Adoption Impact My Marriage?
Your relationship with your spouse will be impacted by your decision to add a child to your family—whether by birth or adoption. Because of this, it is crucial that you are open and honest as you process your hopes, questions, and concerns with your spouse. Seek advice from a counselor or therapist who has a…
Read MoreThe Why
How Did We Get Here? For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, the mighty, and the awesome God, who is not partial and takes no bribe. He executes justice for the fatherless and the widow, and loves the sojourner, giving him food and clothing. Love the sojourner,…
Read MoreAdvocating for Your Child
According to “Merriam-Webster,” an advocate is “one who pleads the cause of another … one who defends … one who supports.” Your child or teen needs an advocate on his or her side—someone to plead, defend, and support him or her in the classroom, at the doctor’s office, and even within your home. And by…
Read MoreThe Need
… to you the helpless commits himself; you have been the helper of the fatherless. … O LORD, you hear the desire of the afflicted; you will strengthen their heart; you will incline your ear to do justice to the fatherless and the oppressed, so that man who is of the earth may strike terror…
Read MoreHow to Apply for a Show Hope Adoption Aid Grant
With the cost of adoption ranging between $25,000 and $50,000, this is simply outside the reach of many families. Show Hope’s Adoption Aid grants help break down that financial barrier to adoption, though, and to date, nearly 8,300 children have been helped home to the love, security, and permanency of a family through the assistance…
Read MoreExploring 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?…
Read MoreHow to Find an Adoption Agency
Whether it’s through an attorney, consultant, or a licensed placing agency, here’s guidance how to find an adoption agency.
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