Podcasts about jedd medefind

As the President of CAFO (Christian Alliance for Orphans), Jedd Medefind invites people with any skill set or particular burden to care for the needs of vulnerable children and families. Whether that is through offering prepared meals, financial support, intercessory prayer, physical space, or emotional respite, there are things anyone in the Church can offer in the ecosystem of family-based care. Lauren and Jedd set the stage for the rest of this season, and offer a guide to posturing our hearts to place the lived experience of adult children from orphanages or foster care to guide our actions and thoughts around the issue. ... Episode Highlights An introduction to Jedd Medefind and CAFO (1:50) Engaging the hurt and beauty of the Gospel (7:40) Accurately communicating with the Church (15:34) The Church abroad and orphan care (19:10) Moving the work forward and growth in a time of critique (26:14) Jedd's work and CAFO 2024 (32:39) ... For more information, details, and episode transcriptions, visit ⁠⁠upwardlydependent.com/shownotes⁠⁠. ... Links ⁠⁠Kindred Exchange⁠⁠ - Become a monthly donor to support this show and our mission ⁠⁠Think Orphan ⁠⁠- Learn more and listen to the podcast ⁠CAFO Best Practices Research - Learn about the leading recommendations in improving care CAFO2024 Summit - Sign up for the conference happening September 18-20, 2024 in Nashville, TN ... Connect with Lauren ⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠Leave a Review⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Jedd ⁠Linkedin

“The LORD is my Shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.” Psalm 23:1-3   Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you to care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.   On this week's episode, get caught up with host Sandra Flach as she shares about slowing down. Are you feeling hurried, frazzled or worried? Then this episode is for you.   Listen in as Sandra shares about the importance of being still through Scripture, nature, Sabbath, and solitude.   Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media. Links mentioned in this episode: sandraflach.com justicefororphansny.org Sacred Rhythms by Ruth Haley Barton Unhurried by Jedd Medefind at CAFO 2023

The way of Christ is to come near to need. President of Christian Alliance for Orphans Jedd Medefind joins guest host Thann Bennett to share about his own family's experience with adoption and foster care. He also talks about his work with the Christian Alliance for Orphans. Watch Jedd Medefind's “Planted. Not Buried.” CAFO2022 Summit Keynote message here. Sign up for Thann's newsletter here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

How can we best support orphaned and vulnerable children in our country and around the world? This is the season when people donate gifts and make up boxes for children to bless them at Christmas, but what can we do to love them and seek their good the rest of the year? Jedd Medefind with Christian Alliance for Orphans will be with Ken and Deb Thursday to talk about the process of adoption, some of the misconceptions, and the crucial role of the Church in caring for children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: As the Senate passes the so-call Respect for Marriage Act, critics caution it will threaten religious liberties. The bill will now move to the House of Representatives. In a statement on its passage, President Joe Biden said he will promptly and proudly sign it into law, adding Americans should have the right to marry the person they love. Meanwhile, late Tuesday night, riot police in hazmat gear took on protestors in China who say the recent curbs on COVID restrictions do not go far enough. Director of the Captive Nations Coalition on the Committee on Present Danger, Se Hoon Kim, joins to share what he thinks this signals for the country. And the new face of Twitter, Elon Musk, is vowing a crackdown on both child pornography and trafficking on the platform. CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, Dawn Hawkins, joins to discuss this. On the final day of National Adoption Month, president of the Christian Alliance for Orphans, Jedd Medefind, joins to share whether there are enough adoptive homes and open arms for these children. Finally this evening, the Vatican approved the text of the new constitution for the Congregation of the Sisters Hospitallers of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. General Councilor of the congregation, Sister Begona Perez, joins to tell us more about the new constitution and what the main changes are. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

It's National Adoption Month, and for many child welfare advocates, this month is an opportunity to remind others that good intentions alone are not sufficient when making care decisions for orphaned and vulnerable children. Christians who are interested in adopting or even supporting adoption must prioritize following the lead of the best available research and proven practices. On Tuesday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Jedd Medefind, President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans, shares how the principle of subsidiarity, or meeting needs as close to home as possible, accomplishes this. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian and Aubrey talk about entitlement… as it relates to Taylor Swift tickets. Then, one demographic is leaving the church at surprisingly high rates. Author and former journalist Ericka Andersen explains. Jedd Medefind, President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans, joins the show to talk about the "principle of subsidiarity," or meeting needs as close to home as possible, when caring for orphaned and vulnerable children… as well as how everyday Christians can find ways to support and pray for vulnerable children. And lastly, from ChurchLeaders.com, a Thanksgiving prayer. Guests: Ericka Andersen, Jedd MedefindSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of Justice & the Inner Life, we share a Sunday morning message Jedd delivered on Labor Day 2021 at the Falls Church Anglican. In it, he offers a vision for Christian vocation -- exploring the deep value of our daily work, our sense of God's calling in our lives, and also, critically, how to keep what matters most in all of this first.

In episode 199, we're talking with old friend and President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans, Jedd Medefind. With his years of leadership in the OVC space, we pick Jedd's brain on what trends he's seeing and what the future might hold for advocates and practitioners alike. We then get into a longer conversation on Roe v. Wade and the practical implications if federal legislation on abortion changes.  Full show notes can be found at thinkorphan.com

How can churches support kids in foster care and prevent children from entering foster care? Join us for our discussion with Jedd Medefind, President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO) and Amber Knowles, the Executive Director of The Riverside Project (formerly Fostering Family).In this episode, we cover:We call it a foster care “crisis”. What does that term mean? What are the needs of foster children?What is each organization doing to help engage churches in caring for foster kids?What are ways people of faith can help improve the world of fostering if they know that they aren't able to actually get licensed to foster?How can churches provide support for people once they are parenting kids from foster care—either through fostering or adoption?How can churches work to support birth families to help once the child has been reunified or to help stabilize them so that children don't end up in care?How can faith communities get involved with supporting foster families and foster kids?The Jockey Being Family® Back to School Bash events will take place during the weekend of August 5-7th, 2022. These gatherings are geared towards foster and adoptive families with children 5-14 years of age. This is a chance to celebrate, educate, and empower families with a fun-filled and informative event as they prepare to head back to school for the upcoming year. Jockey Being Family® Foundation will provide grants for up to $3,000 to eligible organizations to help bring a Back to School Bash to your community. Together, we can be a much-needed support network for foster and adoptive families across the country. Email JBFBSB@jockey.com for additional information. More Than EnoughFostering Family  and the Riverside ProjectVideo: Riverside Project This podcast is produced  by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them. Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family buildingPlease leave us a rating or review RateThisPodcast.com/creatingafamilySupport the show

On this best of podcast, college student Abigail Rist thinks about about Ukraine, where she grew up as a missionary child.  Christian Alliance for Orphans' Jedd Medefind talks about growing crisis of children orphaned by the Russian invasion.  Morning with Carmen is made possible by you.  Support us!

On this best of podcast, college student Abigail Rist thinks about about Ukraine, where she grew up as a missionary child.  Christian Alliance for Orphans' Jedd Medefind talks about growing crisis of children orphaned by the Russian invasion.  Morning with Carmen is made possible by you.  Support us!

Ben Johnson talks about the disturbing intent of the latest abortion legislation proposed in California and the increasing number of those being sent to "Twitter jail." Jedd Medefind, President of the CAFO, shares about the large number of children worldwide who have lost caregivers recently and learning to move forward with no “return to normal" in sight.

Ben Johnson talks about the disturbing intent of the latest abortion legislation proposed in California and the increasing number of those being sent to "Twitter jail." Jedd Medefind, President of the CAFO, shares about the large number of children worldwide who have lost caregivers recently and learning to move forward with no “return to normal" in sight.

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Jedd Medefind with Christian Alliance for Orphans explains the global and biblical framework for most effectively taking care of orphans and why the family structure is key. Insightful! See

As a writer, one of the most valuable skills you can learn is storytelling. Stories are the way we process information and make sense of the world around us. I'm thrilled to be talking with Doug Phillips, who is the Professor of New Testament and Greek Studies, and the Chair of the Biblical Education Division at St. Louis Christian College, where I am also a Professor. Doug has multiple advanced degrees and is also working on a PhD in New Testament from Asbury Theological Seminary. On this episode, we're going to do a deep dive into the topic of storytelling in the Bible. Doug shares his journey to becoming a professor and helps us understand why Jesus' parables were so powerful. You'll learn what makes an effective story, the key components of Jesus' parables, and how to start applying those lessons to your own communication. Resources: Email Doug How to Read the Bible as Literature by Leland Ryken The Revolutionary Communicator: 7 Principles Jesus Lived to Impact, Connect and Lead by Jedd Medefind & Erik Lokkesmoe The Art of Storytelling: Easy Steps to Presenting an Unforgettable Story by John Walsh The ESV Study Bible, the best Study Bible on the market that will help you understand literary genres in the Bible. *** Are you looking for a community of enthusiastic, generous writers to help you build better habits and grow your writing business? Check out our Daily Writer Community. Connect with Kent: https://DailyWriterLife.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/kent.sanders Instagram: https://instagram.com/kentsanders LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kent-sanders Twitter: https://twitter.com/kentsanders

This special conversation between Dr. Curt Thompson and Jedd Medefind was part of the series Living, Loving, and Serving Well in the Era of Coronavirus. Join as they uncover the neurobiology of fear and anxiety, explore how to approach worry with a view of God’s care and eternity, and explore practical ways to help both our children and ourselves keep peaceful hearts amidst a world turned upside-down.

In this episode, Jedd Medefind digs deep with Jim Martin, Vice President for Spiritual Formation at International Justice Mission (IJM). Listen in to hear how IJM – among the most respected anti-trafficking organizations in the world – integrates practices of soul care and spiritual formation among its staff all over the world … and how you can do the same, both personally and in your organization.

Jedd Medefind loves journeying life with his wife, Rachel.  He relishes wrestling matches with his five children—Siena, Marin, Eden, Lincoln, and Phoebe.  Most of all, he desires to reflect the heart of Jesus Christ in all of life. Jedd has seen (and experienced!) that lives are turned upside-down when Christians begin to reflect God’s heart through adoption, foster care and service to orphans worldwide.  This kind of love transforms not only vulnerable children, but also those who open hearts and homes to them.  Churches begin to look different, too, as the entire community pulls together for children who’ve known great hurt.  Finally, the change touches even onlookers, who encounter the Gospel not only in words, but made visible before their eyes. Desiring to spur this kind of transformation through the Church, Jedd serves as President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans. Through CAFO, more than 190 respected organizations unite in shared initiatives, along with a wide network of churches.  CAFO’s membership works in tandem to inspire and equip families, churches and organizations for effective service to vulnerable children and families — from adoption and US foster care, to aid and empowerment programs worldwide. Prior to his this role, Jedd served in the White House as a Special Assistant to President George W. Bush, leading the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives.   In this post, he oversaw reform efforts across the government to make community- and faith-based groups central partners in all Federal efforts to aid the needy, from prisoner reentry to global AIDS.  As described by the Harvard Political Review, these reforms “fundamentally changed the government’s strategy for improving the lives of the downtrodden…” Previously, Jedd held a range of posts in the California State Legislature.  He also helped establish the California Community Renewal Project, which strengthens nonprofits in some of the state’s most challenged communities.  He has worked, studied and served in more than thirty countries, with organizations ranging from Price-Waterhouse in Moscow to Christian Life Bangladesh. Books written by Jedd include Upended and Four Souls.  He also writes articles and op-eds for publications ranging from the Wall Street Journal and Washington Post to Comment Magazine, and engages radio interviews with both faith-based and mainstream outlets, from NPR and Al Jazeera to Moody Radio.  Jedd’s most recent book, Becoming Home, offers a brief-yet-rich exploration of how families and communities can embrace vulnerable children with wisdom and love through adoption, foster care, mentoring and more. Christian Alliance for Orphans:  https://cafo.org/ CAFO on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrphanAlliance   +++++ The My Story Podcast is a production of ConjoStudios, LLC For professional, award-winning video or podcast production, visit: www.conjostudios.com Like the music on the show? Check out Drew Davidsen's music at www.drewdavidsen.com Check out our pics on Instagram: @MyStoryPodcast Send us a tweet @MyStory_Podcast And LIKE us on Facebook. We like to be liked.  

Links from this episode: HBO's "Foster" is disturbingly accurate, but it's missing one important thing: solutions, Naomi Schaefer Riley, Los Angeles Times, 5/7/19 Reconsidering Kinship Care, Naomi Schaefer Riley, National Affairs, Summer 2018 How Foster Care Became a Christian Priority - Just in Time, Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra, The Gospel Coalition, 9/24/18 Christian Alliance for Orphans Christians Are Pro-Life After Birth, Too, Naomi Schaefer Riley, Wall Street Journal, 6/13/19 In Brokenness & Beauty…It Is Well, Jedd Medefind, CAFO2019, 5/8/19 Taming Technology, Jedd Medefind, Outcomes Magazine

In this second part of this two-part podcast, we continue the conversation with psychiatrist, neuroscientist and author Dr. Curt Thompson and Jedd Medefind as they explore the small, daily choices we make can mold us into the people we desire to be. If you would like to hear Dr. Thompson in person, join us at the CAFO2019 Summit in Louisville, KY on May 8-10, where he will be sharing about these topics and more.

In part one of this two-part podcast, you’ll hear from psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Curt Thompson and Jedd Medefind as they explore the connection between our brain and our soul. If you would like to hear Dr. Thompson in person, join us at the CAFO2019 Summit in Louisville, KY on May 8-10, where he will be sharing about these topics and more. (cafo2019.org)

In this episode, Peter Greer – husband, father, president and CEO of Hope International, and recently co-author of Rooting for Rivals – joins Jedd Medefind for a rich conversation in generosity and the deeper choices that help grow us into the kind of people that can sincerely “root for rivals” amidst the long, hard work of justice and mercy.

As an artist and a creative, one of the most valuable skills you can learn is how to engage people with storytelling. Stories are the way we process information and make sense of the world around us. I'm excited today to bring you this conversation with a friend who helps us learn from the greatest storyteller of all time: Jesus. Today I'm thrilled to be talking with Doug Phillips, who is the Professor of New Testament and Greek Studies, and the Chair of the Biblical Education Division at St. Louis Christian College, where I am also a Professor. Doug has multiple advanced degrees and is also working on a PhD in New Testament from Asbury Theological Seminary. On this episode, we're going to do a deep dive into the topic of storytelling in the Bible. Doug shares his journey to becoming a professor and helps us understand why Jesus' parables were so powerful. You'll learn what makes an effective story, the key components of Jesus' parables, and how to start applying those lessons to your own communication. Episode Highlights In this episode, you'll discover: How Doug became a Christian college professor. Why Doug had to learn 5 languages for his Ph.D program. What draws particular people to Old Testament or New Testament studies. What a parable is, and why Jesus used them. Why Jesus' stories have a shock value (and why your stories should have it also). The value of reading your Bible slowly and carefully. Why the story of Esther is so dramatically satisfying. Keys to understanding parables, including: time elements, characters (clothing, speech, etc.), storyline, rising and falling tension, and narrative foils. Practical steps for becoming a more effective communicator, no matter what your field. Key takeaways: 1. Understand your audience. It's vital that we speak to our listeners or readers in a way where they can relate. Jesus knew his audience and used stories that spoke to their needs and concerns. Take time to identify your ideal audience member or customer and think about how to communicate to them in a way they understand. 2. Use an inductive approach in your communication. It doesn't work to just say, “Here's what you should think, believe, or do.” A much better approach is to lead people in a way where they come to a conclusion on their own. Help people process the information you want them to know. As the saying goes, “You can lead a horse to water but you can't make him drink.” Good storytelling can help us lead people instead of pushing them. 3. Study the Bible to improve your communication. It's easy to separate your spiritual life from your business or creative work. But you can learn a lot by studying the communication techniques and the literary genres of the Bible. Today's audiences have a short attention span. Whether you're a writer, speaker, podcaster, pastor, or other type of communicator, there is a lot you can learn from Jesus' short, punchy style of storytelling. In addition, a large percentage of the Bible is some form of narrative—40% of the Old Testament, and much of the New Testament (the Gospels, Acts, and most of Revelation.) So, there are a lot of stories that not only teach us on a spiritual and historical level, they also help us to become better storytellers if we are willing to pay attention and learn from this ancient book that is living and active in our lives today. Resources Doug's faculty page at St. Louis Christian College Email Doug Connect with Doug on LinkedIn Inductive Bible Study: A Comprehensive Guide to the Practice of Hermeneutics by David Bauer and Robert Traina Interpreting the Parables by Craig Blomberg What is Narrative Criticism? by Mark Allan Powell How to Read the Bible as Literature by Leland Ryken The Revolutionary Communicator: 7 Principles Jesus Lived to Impact, Connect and Lead by Jedd Medefind & Erik Lokkesmoe The Art of Storytelling: Easy Steps to Presenting an Unforgettable Story by John Walsh How to Read the Bible YouTube series by The Bible Project The ESV Study Bible Podcast Partners: Cliff Ravenscraft Eric Elder Anna Reel Looking for Christmas gift ideas? My book The Artist's Suitcase: 26 Essentials for the Creative Journey is the perfect gift for the artist or creative person in your life (or even yourself!) Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google Play For more great resources to help unleash your creative powers, visit my site at KentSanders.net. Connect with me on social media: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram

Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Jedd Medefind abou Orphan Sunday and what it means to be an orphaned and vulnerable child. Jedd Medefind loves journeying life with his wife, Rachel.  He relishes wrestling matches with his five children—Siena, Marin, Eden, Lincoln, and Phoebe.  Most of all, he desires to reflect the heart of Jesus Christ in all of life. Jedd has seen (and experienced!) that lives are turned upside-down when Christians begin to reflect God's heart through adoption, foster care and service to orphans worldwide.  This kind of love transforms not only vulnerable children, but also those who open hearts and homes to them.  Churches begin to look different, too, as the entire community pulls together for children who've known great hurt.  Finally, the change touches even onlookers, who encounter the Gospel not only in words, but made visible before their eyes. Desiring to spur this kind of transformation through the Church, Jedd serves as President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans. Through CAFO, more than 190 respected organizations unite in shared initiatives, along with a wide network of churches.  CAFO's membership works in tandem to inspire and equip families, churches and organizations for effective service to vulnerable children and families — from adoption and US foster care, to aid and empowerment programs worldwide. Prior to his this role, Jedd served in the White House as a Special Assistant to President George W. Bush, leading the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives.   In this post, he oversaw reform efforts across the government to make community- and faith-based groups central partners in all Federal efforts to aid the needy, from prisoner reentry to global AIDS.  As described by the Harvard Political Review, these reforms “fundamentally changed the government's strategy for improving the lives of the downtrodden…” Previously, Jedd held a range of posts in the California State Legislature.  He also helped establish the California Community Renewal Project, which strengthens nonprofits in some of the state's most challenged communities.  He has worked, studied and served in more than thirty countries, with organizations ranging from Price-Waterhouse in Moscow to Christian Life Bangladesh. Books written by Jedd include Upended and Four Souls.  He also writes articles and op-eds for publications ranging from the Wall Street Journal and Washington Post to Comment Magazine, and engages radio interviews with both faith-based and mainstream outlets, from NPR and Al Jazeera to Moody Radio.  Jedd's most recent book, Becoming Home, offers a brief-yet-rich exploration of how families and communities can embrace vulnerable children with wisdom and love through adoption, foster care, mentoring and more. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelainechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Older kids in foster care ages 8-18 too often spend their childhoods between homes and 'age out' unprepared with no place to go for Thanksgiving. CAFO helps Christians reclaim their historic reputation for comforting vulnerable children. Air1's Joel Reagan asks Jedd Medefind about the goals and work of the Christian Alliance for Orphans.

Older kids in foster care ages 8-18 too often spend their childhoods between homes and 'age out' unprepared with no place to go for Thanksgiving. CAFO helps Christians reclaim their historic reputation for comforting vulnerable children. K-LOVE's Joel Reagan asks Jedd Medefind about the goals and work of the Christian Alliance for Orphans.

In this episode, pastor, teacher and advocate Eugene Cho joins Jedd Medefind for a conversation at the CAFO2018 Summit. Cho shares ways he’s seen a very good passion for justice get off track…and what it takes to get back to a vibrant, health place. The two also discuss why our passion must always be paired with deep Gospel roots…and how we can do that in daily and weekly rhythms.

Jedd Medefind loves journeying life with his wife, Rachel. He relishes wrestling matches with his five children—Siena, Marin, Eden, Lincoln, and Phoebe. Most of all, he desires to reflect the heart of Jesus Christ in all of life. Jedd believes that love for orphans transforms. Both personally and through the example of countless others, he’s seen that lives are turned upside-down when Christians reflect God’s heart for orphans through adoption, foster care and global orphan care. This kind of love transforms not only orphans, but also those who open hearts and homes to them. Churches can be transformed as well, moving the entire community beyond self-focused religion to self-giving faith. Finally, when a watching world sees the Gospel embodied in this way, onlookers are transformed as well. Desiring to spur this kind of transformation through the Church, Jedd serves as President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans.Prior to his this role, Jedd served in the White House as a Special Assistant to President George W. Bush, leading the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives. In this post, he oversaw reform efforts across the government to make community- and faith-based groups central partners in all Federal efforts to aid the needy, from prisoner reentry to global AIDS. As described by the Harvard Political Review, these reforms “fundamentally changed the government’s strategy for improving the lives of the downtrodden…”Previously, Jedd held a range of posts in the California State Legislature. He also helped establish the California Community Renewal Project, which strengthens nonprofits in some of the state’s most challenged communities. He has worked, studied and served in more than thirty countries, with organizations ranging from Price-Waterhouse in Moscow to Christian Life Bangladesh.Jedd has written many articles and four books, including Upended and Four Souls. His most recent book, Becoming Home, offers a short yet meaningful exploration of how families and communities can embrace vulnerable children with wisdom and love through adoption, foster care, mentoring and more. Jedd Medefind and his wife, Rachel, live in central California with their five children.

Drawing on his experiences with taking an intentional sabbatical, Jedd Medefind shares how our inner life and our outpouring into the lives of others are intricately interwoven—especially in in the sense that we must be filled up so that we can, in turn, pour out. The fact is, it’s extremely difficult, if not impossible in the long term, to pour into others’ lives if we don’t take the time to be refreshed and nourish our own souls.

We had the opportunity to sit down with two former foster youth who grew up together in a group home, Jimmy Cisneros and Jacob Mendez. Jimmy and Jacob share about their foster care experiences and the commitment they had to break the cycle that existed within each of their own families. Jimmy and Jacob believe that changing foster care can change the world. We are then joined by Jedd Medefind, the President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans and the Author of Becoming Home. Jedd dives deeper into this idea of how changing the outcomes of foster care would have a profound impact on so many other areas of society from child trafficking to homelessness to incarceration. He discusses some of the statistics and the implications for the Church as it thinks about these issues.

Today we'll talk with Jedd Medefind, author of “Becoming Home: Adoption, Foster Care, and Mentoring--Living Out God's Heart for Orphans” (Barna Group), senior research fellow for Northeast Asia Bruce Klingner, about the massive global cyberattack of last week and a potential link to North Korea. We'll also talk with former Arizona Assistant Attorney General Rachel Alexander, about US Attorney General Jeff Sessions' revised criminal drug charging policy and Dawn Marie Perez, Executive Director of Stand Up Girl Foundation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jedd Medefind serves as the President of CAFO (Christian Alliance for Orphans). His biggest joy is spending time with people who are making their faith tangible by living it out and loving vulnerable kids. “Nothing is more beautiful and encouraging than Christians who look like Jesus—who care about kids the world has pushed to the side.”    

Jedd Medefind preaching. Sing to God, sing in praise of his name, extol him who rides on the clouds; rejoice before him — his name is the Lord. A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. Psalm 68:4-5

In Episode 2, Jedd Medefind, President of Christian Alliance for Orphans, joins us to discuss the current landscape of the orphan care crisis, the importance of clarity in caring for children, and the different stages of advocacy. Jedd and CAFO are leading a movement to unite churches and organizations and equip them for the effective care of orphans around the world. For show notes, please visit www.thinkorphan.com 

Jedd Medefind shares about the Christian Alliance for Orphans and their impact in the world.

Featuring Jedd Medefind. Jedd serves as President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans. He has written numerous articles and three books. He co-authored Four Souls, which explores questions of faith, purpose, poverty, and community amidst a real-life journey around the globe. His most recent book, Upended: How Following Jesus Remakes Your Words and World, examines what it means to live as an apprentice to Jesus in the way we connect, influence and love.