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New Faith in Thailand!
Thank you for loving and supporting our kids in Cambodia & Thailand through child sponsorships, giving, and praying. Enjoy this update from our teammate, Jason Glass. What's Happening in Thailand? In Bangpli, Thailand, Pastor Vino and his team continue caring for nearly 30 children full time in his…
When You Aren’t Prepared to Adopt
The call to adopt comes in different forms. For some, the call has been laid on their hearts for years. For others, the call comes slowly with much prayer and contemplation. But to be certain: no one feels entirely prepared to adopt. Everyone has butterflies in their stomach…
Pushing Back the Darkness
With darkness pressing in from all sides, the fight for justice and mercy is always filled with urgency. And with the COVID-19 pandemic, the urgency is heightened. https://vimeo.com/413165243 This is a rescue mission. Which means right now, it’s not about my timetable or your timetable—it’s about the orphan's…
Khris’tos vos’kres! | Easter in Ukraine
Thank you for praying for vulnerable kids around the world who are experiencing this time of global uncertainty. Here's a recent update from our team in Ukraine— Here in Ukraine, we just celebrated Easter. With Easter falling in the midst of uncertainty, many of our plans changed.…
Promises Over Plans
Guest post from Christen Price (Adoptive Mom & Lifesong Matching Grant Recipient) Like many families, adoption was something my husband and I always talked about in our marriage but never knew exactly when the time would be right. Having three children, two jobs, and already busy schedules, we…
A Story of Hope in Haiti
In the midst of fear and confusion over COVID-19, Haiti stands as a stark reminder that overcoming in the middle of uncertainty is possible by the grace of God. Haiti is a country of resilient people. Children and adults who have experienced unprecedented poverty, increased scarcity, and…
Faithfulness: A String of Yeses
Guest post by Kondo Simfukwe My wife and I recently brought home three biological sisters from Haiti. Those three joined our two biological kids at home, so needless to say, our lives have been a seven-truck pileup for the last few years. Though we may be weak and…
Radical Business: In Partnership with God
What's the relationship between pig feed and being radical about your faith? That's one of the questions Gary and Marla Ringger answered during their recent interview on the FamilyLife Today podcast. Gary Ringger—Founder and President of Lifesong for Orphans—was a successful Christian businessman who wanted to honor God…
Lifesong Liberia + COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has created new challenges in Liberia. But amid every trial and struggle, God remains steadfast and faithful. Here's the most recent update from the Lifesong team in Liberia. History of Hardship As the COVID-19 pandemic escalates in Liberia, the whole nation—including our in-country staff—is…
4 Tickets on the Last Flight Out
Both international travel and adoption come with unpredictable elements. But add a pandemic to the mix and the word "unpredictable" takes on a whole new meaning. Hear how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted one Lifesong family—Kelly, Laura, and Sloane, who was adopted from Ethiopia two years ago—as they traveled…