Posts Tagged ‘orphan care’
So, You’re Thinking About Adoption
So, you’re thinking about adoption … Determining whether to grow your family through adoption encompasses a lengthy process with numerous questions and factors to consider. Here are suggested first steps to beginning the adoption journey. In considering adoption, think about the important aspects of the child’s life and your life that will be impacted by…
Read MoreA Lasting Resolution
As January comes to a close and New Year festivities fade into 2017 responsibilities, the initial buzz surrounding our New Year’s resolutions may be waning. Resolutions, despite all of the jokes surrounding them, are still made by most people. Many of us resolve to eat better, to exercise more, to read more, or maybe to…
Read MoreUsing Social Media For Good
We’re a technology-dependent society. There are opportunities for us to use our mobile devices—particularly social media platforms—for good.
Read MoreSpotlight Child: Milla
In the spring of 2014, a sweet girl named Milla was welcomed to Maria’s Big House of Hope when she was 6 weeks old. Upon her arrival, she was diagnosed with visual impairments. Now 2 years old, Milla is a delightful, cheerful girl. Watching her grow has been an honor and a great joy. Several months…
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 More4 Small Ways To Make A Big Difference
You can’t do everything, but you can do something. Here are ways to make a difference in the life of a child who has been orphaned.
Read MoreApril Spotlight: Toby
In the winter of 2015, a sweet baby boy named Toby was welcomed to Maria’s Big House of Hope at just three days old. Upon his arrival, he was diagnosed with a gastrointestinal condition. Toby has grown so much under our care, and he has made great developmental gains. One of Toby’s favorite things to…
Read MoreFebruary Prayer Focus: Mitchell
Mitchell is a sweet boy who will be celebrating his first birthday this winter. He was admitted to Maria’s Big House of Hope when he was just two-months-old. Upon arrival, Mitchell was diagnosed with congenital heart disease, as well as a condition that affects his respiratory and gastrointestinal systems. During his time under our care,…
Read MoreSpecial Prayer Focus: Ashby
When Ashby was 10 months old, he was admitted into our Xinyang Care Center as a very sick little boy. He was quickly brought to Maria’s Big House of Hope for further testing and care, and by God’s grace he has survived. Ashby had a complicated urinary condition that was the cause of many of…
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