Posts Tagged ‘adoption’
God’s Promise: An Adoption Story
The floor of my daughter’s bedroom is holy ground. It’s where I knelt and prayed the night before I left my home and traveled to the other side of the world to be with her. It’s where she danced and laughed with her brothers on the night we first came home, amazing joy bubbling out…
Read MoreFollowing God’s Lead: An Adoption Story
Money. That word produces a lot of different feelings. For many, it brings panic. For others, it brings stress. And for some, it elicits pride. However thinking of money makes you feel, it’s a nearly inescapable part of our lives. For the McKoy family, it provided a lesson they want to share with others: Don’t…
Read MoreA Most Special Day
Today, May 24th, is the day my daughter came home. It was a great day 16 years ago when she was placed in my arms, and my life was changed forever! When I think about this day, what I remember the most is being stunned at my immediate love and devotion to this little girl.…
Read MoreMay Spotlight: Oakley
Oakley was welcomed to Maria’s Big House of Hope when he was 10 months old. When he arrived, he was quite sick with a nervous system condition, but was able to receive a surgery in time to save his life. He is now 3 years old and has made great progress under our care! He can…
Read MoreThe Spencer Family Adoption Journey
From before we got married, Lindsey and I discussed the possibility of adopting someday. After our son Luke was born, we knew we wanted another child. We discussed, prayed, and bit our fingernails over the possibility of adoption. By June 2014, we decided the Lord was indeed leading us to adopt. When we began, we…
Read MoreDear Show Hope Sponsors and Donors
Dear Show Hope Sponsors and Donors, My husband and I attended a worship concert in Denver many years ago where Steven Curtis Chapman showed beautiful pictures and shared touching stories of adoption. Although we had talked about adopting someday, I believe this placed a stronger desire in our hearts for girls in China. We also…
Read More4 Unique Ways to Share Show Hope with Friends and Family
There are many ways to get involved, but the following are four unique ways you can share the work of Show Hope with friends and family.
Read MorePositive, People-First Language
It is important to approach conversations around adoption and orphan care thoughtfully and carefully. The manner in which we speak about adoption and orphan care can impact the perceptions of those around us. It is crucial that our words preserve, protect, and affirm the inherent worth and dignity of children and their families. Seek to…
Read MoreShow Hope Gives Adoption Aid Grant To 5,000th Child
SHOW HOPE CELEBRATES BY HELPING THEIR 5,000th CHILD RECEIVE A GRANT AND FIND THEIR FOREVER HOME! Since they opened their doors just 12 years ago, Show Hope, a nonprofit organization founded by Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife Mary Beth for the purpose of caring and advocating for millions of orphans worldwide, is celebrating a…
Read MoreA Word From Mary Beth Chapman: Glimpses of Goodness
May is always a difficult month for the Chapmans. It reminds us of what is missing, or broken if you will. Maria as most of you know, went to be with Jesus on the 21st of May, 2008. Since that day, May always presents itself with the dread of anticipating “the day”. Our family always…
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