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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…
“Would You Give These Three a Family?”
When God calls us beyond our limits, how do we respond? Steven and Chelsea set a good example when they were called to three international adoptions (rather than the one domestic adoption they had planned). Their plan: Reflect on the promises He's kept. Look back at His faithfulness. Remind…
Think Big: What 2020 Could Hold
2020 is less than a day away! Even with the new decade rapidly approaching, there's still time this year to make a big difference in the coming year. From now until midnight on Tuesday, December 31, your gift to Lifesong is matched up to $1,000,000. What would…
Why Supporting Adoption Really Matters
Money should never be the reason a child doesn't have a family. But unfortunately, of the 38% of Christian families that have seriously considered adoption, only 5% have actually adopted. The main reason more of these families don't adopt? Funding. That's why Lifesong offers adoption financial assistance—to help…
10 Things Birth Moms Want You to Know
Back in 1985, I chose adoption for my son. Being a birth mom has changed my life forever. Regardless of our place on this planet, birth moms share the journey of facing a decision in a pregnancy and letting our love for our child lead the way. The…
‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ | Mister Rogers Movie Review
"Hello, Neighbor." With those two little words—and the familiar opening song and sequence—viewers like you and me who grew up watching Mister Rogers' Neighborhood are instantly transported back to the cozy, low-tech set we knew and loved. If you've ever wondered what it would be like to travel back…
The Good, Hard Yes of Adoption
Many of the adopting families we serve share their stories with us. And since you make those stories possible, we love sharing them with you. One of those families is the Krals. Here's their story— https://vimeo.com/374462545 When Jeremy and Rachel Kral first considered adoption, they decided it…
Movie Night: 5 Family Films About Adoption
Movies can be a helpful catalyst for conversation. And since adoption is a time-tested theme in entertainment, many choices exist. Not all family-friendly movies containingan adoption element are a good idea, however.If you're looking to avoid a movie (a.k.a.The Avengers) whose on-screen answer to a killer's spree was, "He's…
November is National Adoption Month!
Here at Lifesong, we believe every month is adoption awareness month. But we're grateful November has been recognized nationally as National Adoption Awareness Month! Whether or not you have been personally impacted by adoption, here are 3 ways you can make this month impactful— 1. Spread awareness. Beginning Friday, November 1,…
Why India?: An Adoption Journey
There's a lot to consider when a family says "yes" to adoption. Where will you adopt from? How many children? What ages? How will you fundraise? The list goes on... Each question holds significant weight. But adopting families don't have to walk through these decisions alone. God is…