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7 Comments Adoptive Parents Often Hear (+ Their Grace-filled Responses)
As an adoptive parent, you know ... that adoption invites all kinds of comments. As an adoptee and an adoptive mom, I understand. Some comments or questions are kind and supportive, while others leave us scratching our head and wondering what—if anything—to say in response. Here are 7…
Something New in Ukraine!
Thank you for giving and praying for orphaned and vulnerable kids. Here's a recent update from our team in Ukraine–. . Recently, we introduced our kids to something new and unusual: chess! Though the game of chess isn't actually new or unusual, it's brand new for the kids…
The God of Timing, Not Timelines
Every week, our team receives testimonials and stories from families we've served. And we love it. We constantly see God working in miraculous ways to get His kids into loving, Christian families—so often, in fact, that we almost overlook His awesome provision. One of the main ways we…
A Day on Mission in Haiti
You're invited. Throughout each year, our team at Lifesong–MBO in Bercy, Haiti, hosts short-term mission teams for a week of Gospel-centered service, learning, and relationship-building. We'd love for you to consider visiting to see and participate in God's work of reaching orphans and vulnerable children in Haiti. Here's…
Vanessa Coming Home
Some argue that "happy airport homecoming" videos aren't the most accurate picture of adoption. Every adoption involves heartache, loss, and disappointment, and yet we celebrate it with balloons, banners, and parties. Why? Because adoption is a beautiful contradiction of loss and gain. The beautiful videos and joyful meetings have such value.…
The Impact of Sports in Orphan Care
In Ukraine, an estimated 250 children enter the orphanage system every day. In the United States, the average public school has 520 students. Which means, every 2.5 days, the equivalent of an entire U.S. public school goes to live in orphanages in Ukraine. Orphanages, alone, aren't equipped to…
Something to Celebrate in Zambia!
God is doing great things in Zambia! Three years ago, we celebrated our first graduation at Lifesong School in Zambia, and now we have celebrated our third! The needs of the country—and specifically the children—are big. Most children lack adequate access to nutrition, water, housing, and education. According to…
“This Girl Is a Miracle Girl”
Here at Lifesong, we're honored to be part of over 8,000 adoption journeys and counting. While every story is unique, there are some themes that unite them all, like God's provision, faithfulness, and perfect timing. And each is clearly seen in Andrew and Anna's journey to their daughter,…
4 Things You Should Know about Fear
When we take a leap of faith, fear is never far off. Even Lifesong's creation story has notes of fear. Our founder, Gary Ringger, had no idea what was in store when God called him to use his business for His glory, not Gary's. But when called beyond…
See Gospel Transformation in Thailand and Cambodia!
Thank you for loving and supporting our kids through child sponsorships, giving, and praying. Enjoy this update from our teammate, Jason Glass. A Few Highlights Our team has grown! Words cannot express how excited we are to welcome Lisa Deprey to our full-time mission team. Lisa has…