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3 Things You Need to Know Before Adoption
What parents wished they knew before adoption...I am sure that you could write 20 posts on that subject…But I'll share 3 I think are essential. Recently I heard former Atlanta fire chief, Kelvin Cochran share on a podcast three essential values in living a growing, sanctified life. He shared…
2018 Mid-Year Impact Report
We believe God calls us to care for orphans–and with you–we are reaching more than ever. God is using people like you to adopt, care, serve, and give to support orphans and vulnerable children through Lifesong. Take a look at what's happened in the first half of 2018.…
God Was Faithful Down to the Last Penny
We believe money should never be the reason a child doesn't have a family. Many families consider adoption, but for many the reason they don't start the journey is money. Today we share the testimony of a family's second adoption. We are so thankful for families who say…
With God, No Adoption Expense Is Too Great
We believe money should never be the reason a child doesn't have a family. Adoption expenses are often one of the most significant barriers for families. At Lifesong, we have the privilege of seeing God work miracles in the lives of adoptive families every day. Zachariah and Erica…
6 Practical Ways Your Church Can Reach Orphans
We often get asked... "How can my church reach orphans?" "How can we start an orphan care ministry?" "What does it look like to care for the fatherless?" The answers can be so simple they make us think there must be more to it. We are each on a…
We Have Exciting News for You!
Earlier this year we refreshed our logo. Today, we are excited to show you our all-new website, designed with YOU in mind. Our goal, quite simply, is that this website refresh will better connect you with the people we serve, as well as give you the tools you…
Okayest Mom: A Review & Giveaway
Many (most?) moms have a tidy life plan when it comes to their home and family. ... And if we're honest, adopting children can throw those tidy plans into utter chaos. Such was the case for Natalie Gwyn, author of the newly released book, Okayest Mom. In this enjoyable…
Adopt With The Help Of Your Church
Because of you, over 6,500 orphaned and vulnerable children have become sons and daughters through adoption. Thank you for continuing to give so that families--like the Tubergen family--can bring children into their home. Here is their story. MEETDAVID & MELISSA Like many young couples, David and Melissa…
From a Church Fund to China
In February 2017, we were matched with a precious little 3-year-old boy in Harbin, China. We were full of nerves and excitement until the moment we could finally meet him. As he walked into the conference room where we waited, all of our fears and nerves were replaced…
When In Doubt
We started the adoption process 22 months before we were able to bring Maximus Taeyang home to us. In the beginning, we had some support, but more people than we expected had more questions for us, which in turn made us doubt that this was something God was…