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me with my parents My name is Tristyn, and I had the opportunity this summer to intern at Lifesong. I saw all the children that are being adopted into amazing families, but I also saw the critical need for more waiting children to be welcomed into a loving…
Gabriel* was abandoned by his mother during his first year of life. When she left, he stayed with other family members but experienced neglect and abuse. Instead of attending school, he spent his days roaming the streets in search of food. This left him with feelings of fear…
Aaron was separated from his parents when he was 8 months old. His aunt took him in but struggled to provide. Sometimes, she would travel across the border from Cambodia to Thailand in search of work, leaving Aaron alone for days. During this time, Aaron had no desire…
As we reflect on another year of ministry, we want to Thank You. As we reflect on another year of ministry, we want to thank you. You're making an eternal impact. You're making an eternal impact. As you'll see below, you've adopted, cared for, and given generously, making…
Below, one of our teammates in Bolivia shares an example of what quality education for orphaned and vulnerable young adults in Bolivia can look like— Laura* has big dreams for her future. With an abundance of ambitions and desires, our team connected her with a Christian psychologist who…
On the hunt for a new podcast? Look no further. If you're interested in foster, adoption, or orphan care, these 8 podcasts are for you– 1. Empowered to Connect Podcast Who are the Hosts:ETC experts in child development and trauma-informed care What It's About: This podcast discusses an…
Feeling inspired to care for vulnerable kids, but not sure where to start? The new movie, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot presents an incredible opportunity to mobilize your community to care for children in foster care. But sometimes it's hard to know where to start…
When Eunice was 8 years old, her father died, leaving her mother to care for four children alone. The oldest of her siblings, Eunice bore much responsibility with her mom. It was a continual challenge for Eunice’s mother to provide food and clothing for her children, let…
Bishop WC Martin, as presented in Sound of Hope As the pastor of Bennett Chapel in Possum Trot, Texas, Bishop WC Martin is a leader, adoption advocate, and the inspiration for the new foster care/adoption movie coming to theaters July 4. Bishop Martin and his wife Donna adopted…
During the current crisis in Haiti, it is not uncommon for homes to be taken over by gangs. When a pastor named Jacquelin, and his wife, were out of town, they received a call that their home in Port-au-Prince had been invaded by gangs. In Jacquelin's words—"We lost…