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7 Verses for Seasons of Waiting
Waiting is hard work. Whether you're waiting to complete an adoption, to learn about a foster care placement, or for general direction from God, remember these words from Paul David Tripp in his book, A Shelter in the Time of Storm: “Remember,waiting isn't just about what you are hoping…
Did You Know These ’21 Olympians Were Adopted?
The Olympic Games are finally here! The sports world has officially gathered in Tokyo, and for the next two weeks, we'll get to enjoy the beautiful ceremonies and impressive athletes that take center stage. It's no secret that many Olympians from the past were adopted, but did you…
5 More Podcast Recommendations
Summer has (un)officially begun, thus putting society into two camps: Those with summer reading lists, and those without. While we love a good book, we also love a good podcast. So much, in fact, we recommended 6 to you last year. And we have 5 more coming your way…
What If There Was More Than Enough?
The words "not enough" are heard every day inside our nation's foster care system. Not enough resources.Not enough families.Not enough support. Unfortunately, this system overflowing with "not enough" does not lack children—each one with unique needs. A brief snapshot of foster care in the U.S. makes this plain:…
Friends, Foster Care, & Mother’s Day
Guest post by Holly Gnuse of The Forgotten Initiative, an advocate ministry of Lifesong. It doesn’t matter what age or stage you’re currently in: Having friends to walk beside you is a good thing. A sweet thing. I’m finding that true even, and especially, in this foster care…
Foster Care 101: Your Guide to Foster Care Awareness Month
Guest post by Sarah Wilson of The Forgotten Initiative, an advocate ministry of Lifesong. May is Foster Care Awareness Month. We at The Forgotten Initiative believe that awareness leads to action. We believe that when the body of Christ hears about foster care and learns about needs and…
How Good Friday Is for Broken and Hurting Parents
The reality of life in a broken world is that we see pain everywhere we look. And perhaps nowhere is pain more poignant than in the lives of hurting children. We see suffering in broken homes, overpacked orphanages, and CPS offices. We watch its devastating effects in hateful outbursts,…
What Is the Next Right Thing?
"Just do the next right thing." It's the rallying cry of those who support foster or adoption work and ministry. In fact, here at Lifesong, it's a big part of our mission. We believe God calls every Christ-follower to care for orphans and those who cannot care for…
What Does James 1:27 Really Mean?
Guest blog post by Jason Johnson We completely renovated our house before moving in. The process took about 5 months in total, was messy and costly, but in the end, worth it. The finished product is beautiful and comfortable and a place we love to call home. But…
An Adoption Month Giveaway!
It's National Adoption Month! No matter where you are in the adoption process, we want to support families like yours throughout the journey. In addition to offering financial assistance to help bridge the gap in adoption fundraising, we also offer pre- and post-adoption support. And one way we…