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Our culture loves to celebrate adoption stories - and a lot of state governments put millions into promoting it. But adoptees and birth parents are opening up online about "coming out of the fog" - a term for becoming more openly critical of adoption, or facing the grief within their adoption stories. November is National Adoption Month, and Brittany Luse takes a closer look at how adoption functions in our culture by examining the supply side of adoption - the birth parents. She's joined by Gretchen Sisson, the author of Relinquished: the Politics of Adoption and the Privilege of American Motherhood. They dive deep into the stories told about birth parents, and how our culture decides who deserves to be a parent.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Friends, did you know that November is Foster Care and Adoption Awareness Month and National Adoption Month? A couple years ago I didn't know anything about these, or November's annual Stand Sunday observed by many American churches either. Honestly, I didn't know much about foster care at all. All that changed when several of my friends became foster parents, and I have been on a journey to learn more and support this community ever since. Listen in as I learn from my friend Mandi, a foster and adoptive mom who now works to support foster and adoptive families through an organization called Foster the Family. I can't wait for you to hear about the beauty and hardship weaved into foster care and Mandi's deep compassion and wisdom. Here are some highlights: foster care 101, Mandi's experiences with 18 foster children and 4 adoptions, relationships with foster kids' biological families, and ways you can support and join the foster care community. Mamas, you and I have a unique light to bring to the world to our children and also to other children around us. Some of them may come into our homes for a time or even stay forever. I invite you to think of the children and parents in the foster care world and consider, "How can I share this light that I have with others?" Extra Stuff: TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) is a “training method which offers a way to build attachment as you parent kids from hard places.” Learn more here: Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development⁠. Foster The Family: support groups map, Foster the Family Founder Jamie Flinn @fosterthefamilyblog Books: Foster the Family, Filled: 60 Devotions for the Foster Parent's Heart, The Connected Parent: Real Life Strategies for Building Trust and Attachment, The Connected Child: Bring Hope and Healing to your Adoptive Family, The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting: Strategies and Solutions, Honestly Adoption: Answers to 101 Questions About Adoption and Foster Care Podcasts: The Resilient Caregiver Podcast (Mike and Kristin Berry), The Forgotten Podcast, FTGM episode on creating meaningful traditions Check out Project Belong, an amazing organization equipping Northern Virginia churches to support foster, adoptive, kinship and struggling biological families.

The TCA team discusses the recent Scorsese Saints' series and what Catholics should know about it. We also celebrate National Adoption Month.

On the 1,000th day of war, Ukraine hits targets inside Russia with a U.S.-made missile system - we speak with Archbishop Borys Gudziak of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia about the latest war developments and to hear how the faithful in Ukraine are maintaining their faith. The daughter of an elderly hostage still being held by Hamas, Sharone Lifschitz, shares details about her Vatican meeting with Pope Francis and her message to the Holy Father. Mark Irons sits down with Bishop William Byrne, the new USCCB Communications Chair, to discuss how lay Catholics are called to communicate Christ to the world in the modern era. Alan Holdren introduces us to St. Martin's Academy, a Catholic boys boarding school in Kansas that uses nature to teach boys how to become good and faithful men. And during this National Adoption Month, Dr. Ray Guarendi shares his perspective on adoption – both as an adoptive father of 10 himself and as Catholic clinical psychologist.

The TCA team discusses the recent Scorsese Saints' series and what Catholics should know about it. We also celebrate National Adoption Month.

November is National Adoption Month.  Adoption is one of the premier ways Christians can show how unequivocally pro-life we are, but how do we do that beyond our vote?  Maybe it’s by adopting a child or by supporting those who have. There are many ways each of us can help! Chris Brooks, Jedd Medefind/CAFO, and Chris Johnson/Lifeline Children's Services will explore the options and help you find your place in the adoption process! Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible by your support.  To donate now, click hereTo learn more about Equipped with Chris Brooks click here

With controversial director Martin Scorsese out with a new series documenting the lives of 8 Catholic saints, Ashley McGuire chats with Leigh Snead and Betsy Fentress about what motivated Scorsese at this chapter in his life to make such a compelling tv series. Marking National Adoption Month, Leigh Snead and author Mary Bruno share intimate details about the cross of infertility and the joy they both found in adoption. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for Christ the King Sunday! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Today's podcast episode wraps up our conversations about National Adoption Month. I had the opportunity to sit and talk with Marilu Graves, and let me just say...I was SO very blessed by her! It was actually the first time I got to meet her, and right away, I was encouraged by her excitement for the Lord and the joy she radiates. Listen to her story of how the Lord brought her TWO beautiful daughters through adoption, and how faithful He was every single step of the way. This one is good, ya'll. You'll be encouraged, inspired, and I promise you will smile a lot! Grab a cup of coffee and join us as we pour it out!

Gov. Josh Green reacts to President-elect Trump's picks for top positions in his next administration; Adoption advocates collaborate on a song for National Adoption Month

On Episode 86 of the podcast, host Nathan Fink is joined by guest co-host Cindy Brenner, board member of the Foster Adoptive Resource Exchange (FARE) and past Lucy Fowlkes Breed Family Service Award winner, for an extended conversation about National Adoption Month, and how raising sets of siblings lead to open hearts and open minds. Support the showLISTEN on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Ask your smart speaker to play NH Family NOW!

Today on the Chris and Amy show we celebrate KMOX Day (11/20); Jory Lange, Food Safety Attorney with Lange Law Firm to talk about the recent E. coli outbreak and Lange Law Firm filing two lawsuits against Andre's Banquet and Catering for the outbreak. We celebrate KMOX Day (11/20) with Radio Voice of the Blues Chris Kerber to talk about the Blues won to a championship on KMOX back in 2019. Joseph Polidoro, Science Writer for The Dispatch to talk about how studies have validated water fluoridation benefits at low levels but newer research shows risks. KMOX Reporter Sean Malone to talk about ARPA funding and private business matching by 2-1 ratio in downtown investment. KMOX Sports Open Line Host Matt Pauley to talk about the Blues unveiling the Winter Classic sweater, the loss to the Wild on Tuesday and Oli Marmol getting a vote for Manager of the Year. Rick Lewis, Chef and Owner of Grace Meat and Three and Adam Tilford, Co-Owner of Session Taco to talk about Grace Meat and Three and Session Taco collaboration for National Adoption Month for a Fried Bologna Taco available now Grace Meat and Three through the end of the month. John Butler, Former News Director at KMOX shares some memories on this KMOX Day.

In the final hour Chris and Amy are joined in studio by Rick Lewis, Chef and Owner of Grace Meat and Three and Adam Tilford, Co-Owner of Session Taco to talk about Grace Meat and Three and Session Taco collaboration for National Adoption Month for a Fried Bologna Taco available now Grace Meat and Three through the end of the month. John Butler, Former News Director at KMOX joined the show to share some memories on this KMOX Day. Finally, how much will Thanksgiving cost this year.

Rick Lewis, Chef and Owner of Grace Meat + Three and Adam Tilford, Co-Owner of Session Taco, join Chris and Amy in studio to talk about the restaurants' collaboration for National Adoption Month. The fried bologna taco is available now through the end of the month!

If you are blessed to be surrounded by family as we head into the holiday season, imagine being among the nearly 1,000 Connecticut children living without a loving, permanent home...and do something about it! We're kicking off National Adoption Month with our partners from Wheeler Health's Foster / Adoption Program to explain the hows and whys involved in providing a stable forever home to a child who is going without.

November is National Adoption Month and we learned more than 1,100 kids are in Connecticut's adoption system right now. We spoke with Kamilah Bunn, Chief Executive Director of the National Adoption Association.   For more information: adoptuskids.org Image Credit: Getty Images 

November is National Adoption Month, a time to shine a light on the critical need for adoptive families and to celebrate those who have welcomed children into their homes. In this episode, we share our personal journeys, having both adopted three children from foster care and discuss the unique challenges adoptive families often face.We also dive into important resources and tips for families navigating life after adoption, focusing on building strong, supportive environments. Join us as we bring awareness to the needs of the adoption community and offer practical insights to help families thrive post-adoption.Save the Date! We're excited to announce the Mobilize Ohio Conference, happening on March 15th! This event is for foster, adoptive, and kinship families, as well as advocates, and centers around the theme of "Belonging." With impactful breakout sessions and incredible speakers, this conference is designed to equip and inspire.Tune in to learn more, celebrate the families making a difference, and mark your calendars for an event you won't want to miss!Episode Highlights: National Adoption Month The Need for More Support for Adoptive Families The Challenges Adoptive Families Face Post Adoptive ResourcesSave the Date for the Mobilize OH Conference on March 15th!Find More on Hope Bridge:Get Connected to a Support GroupGet Connected by Filling out a Family Registration Form Visit Our Website Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook Foster Our Community Instagram This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) -- On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about National Adoption Month, the Mason County Veterans Memorial, a class-action lawsuit against Optimum and who the Treasurer-Elect is. In Segment One, we talk to Kylee Hassan, Mission West Virginia, about National Adoption Month. In Segment Two, we talk to Steve Halstead with the Mason County Veterans Memorial about the memorial. In Segment Three, we talk to Attorney Rusty Webb about a class-action lawsuit against Optimum. We finish today's episode with Treasurer-Elect Larry Pack talking about who he is and what his goals are.

If you are blessed to be surrounded by family as we head into the holiday season, imagine being among the nearly 1,000 Connecticut children living without a loving, permanent home...and do something about it! We're kicking off National Adoption Month with our partners from Wheeler Health's Foster / Adoption Program to explain the hows and whys involved in providing a stable forever home to a child who is going without. Then, on a similar subject, we'll check in with the Connecticut Justice Alliance - which just released a 2025 Legislative Agenda that aims to change a number of current practices that are traumatizing and making it harder for kids heading down the wrong path to change direction for their own good. And we'll close with AAA Northeast, getting us up to speed on all the important things we need to know as vehicle owners and pedestrians steer their way through late fall and into the cold and snowy weather this winter.

Welcome to the SYNC Your Life podcast episode #296! On this podcast, we will be diving into all things women's hormones to help you learn how to live in alignment with your female physiology. Too many women are living with their check engine lights flashing. You know you feel “off” but no matter what you do, you can't seem to have the energy, or lose the weight, or feel your best. This podcast exists to shed light on the important topic of healthy hormones and cycle syncing, to help you gain maximum energy in your life.  In today's episode, I bring awareness to National Adoption Month being November by sharing an episode replay on FAQs About Infant Adoption. Adoption holds a special place in my heart, as I was adopted at birth and I have two adopted daughters myself. I hope that if starting a family is something you've considered, you'll take a listen.  Head over to jennyswisher.com/adoption to join my email list for more on this topic in the future.  To learn more about the SYNC fitness program, click here. You will need access to the core program before moving into the monthly membership.  To learn more about virtual consults with our resident hormone health doctor, click here. Her Histamine Summit can be found here. If you feel like something is “off” with your hormones, check out the FREE hormone imbalance quiz at sync.jennyswisher.com.  To learn more about the SYNC Digital Course, check out jennyswisher.com.  If you're interested in becoming a SYNC affiliate and Certified Coach mentored by me, you can learn more here. To learn more about Hugh & Grace and my favorite 3rd party tested endocrine disruption free products, including skin care, home care, and detox support, click here. To learn more about the SYNC and Hugh & Grace dual income opportunity, click here. Let's be friends outside of the podcast! Send me a message or schedule a call so I can get to know you better. You can reach out at https://jennyswisher.com/contact-2/. Enjoy the show! Episode Webpage: jennyswisher.com/podcast 

Today on the podcast, we continue celebrating National Adoption Month by hearing from Kim Bailey. Kim shares her story of how she adopted her daughter Ashlee, and it is beautiful. But...that's not all. When Ashlee turned 18, she wanted to look into meeting some of her biological family. You'll have to listen to hear a story that afterwards you're left saying, "that was only God." This one blessed me so much, and I have thought about it so many times. It's such a reminder that we have a good Father who loves us so extravagantly. Grab a cup of coffee or your favorite drink and join us as we pour it out!

Send us a textAs ya'll probably know by now, Adoption changed our lives forever. Living on the other side of the process, I am able to recall all of the emotions that would rush through our bodies. It isn't for the faint of heart. But for the ones that are truly committed and damned determined to create their family, then strap in. It is a beautiful and scary journey, but in the end... it is magical. Douglas and I are forever grateful to our birthmothers that strapped in with us. It was a rollercoaster of feelings. Feelings that helped us grow, mature, and let go and let God. Each year for our Adoption show I search for inspiring stories that would allow our audience to experience the emotions told by these incredible humans. Gayswithkids.com is where I personally started writing. This platform allows dads from all over the world to connect, learn and grow their own confidence by seeing representation from other gay dads... like Douglas and I! Recently, I found a really inspiring article over on GWK and I had to talk to him.Meet Kevin. He lives in Los Angeles and he is a single dad. He went through the entire process as a single gay man. After 4 years of fostering his son, he was finally able to finalize recently and he wrote about it. I cannot IMAGINE how much grit it took to complete. I highly recommend you listen to this one. And you can follow his family at @therealdadoflosangeles.Then later we welcome back The Real Modern Dads! Doug and Brent Munster live in Atlanta, Ga. Doug runs non profit called "The Gift of Adoption"-Georgia Chapter and Brent works in business. Together for almost 20 years, they too went through the adoption process and are able to talk about their experiences after their 2 boys were born. Now almost a decade later, Doug and Brent open up about their journey. They also operate a social media account called @realmoderndads that is a hoot and a hollar! And to all the ones out there that are thinking of growing their family either through adoption or fostering, reach out to me if you need me. I am always here. My email is INFO@NOLAPAPA.COM.Happy Adoption Month Yall!Thank you to our family of amazing sponsors! Ochsner Hospital for ChildrenWww.ochsner.orgRouses MarkersWww.rousesmarkets.comSandpiper VacationsWww..sandpipervacations.comZak George's Dog Revolution! The Law Firm of Forrest Cressy & James Www.forrestcressyjames.comComfort Cases Www.comfortcases.orgNew Orleans Ice Cream CompanyWww.neworleansicecream.comReal Estate with Steph & Berkshire Hathaway www.realestatewithsteph.comAudubon Institute www.auduboninstitute.orgThe Gift of Adoption FundGiftofAdoption.org

Over and over in the Scriptures, God makes it clear that He loves the orphan, and that He expects His people to do the same. Dennis and Barbara Rainey outline five ways we can care for what the Bible calls "the fatherless."

It's November...which means it's National Adoption Month! Adoption is a huge part of my story, so I try to take this month each year and highlight some stories of adoption. To kick it off, today on the podcast is Lynette Brown. Earlier this year I sat down with her daughter, Brooklyn Brown, and she shared her adoption story. Today, you get to hear the story from Lynette's perspective. It's such a beautiful story, and what spoke to me the most is how quick to walk in obedience Lynette and her husband Mike were. It amazes me how they didn't hesitate to do what the Lord said to do, and as a result, the Lord has ABUNDANTLY blessed their family. Grab a cup of coffee or your favorite drink and join us as we pour it out, and then take a little time go to back to episode 66 and listen to my conversation with Brooklyn linked below! https://open.spotify.com/episode/7jkh8Ff9Ri0xBC7LAi4pzX?si=SAlWmKUNQIiu3_24l1XGoQ

Join Herbie Newell and Karla Thrasher on this special National Adoption Month episode of The Defender Podcast as they explore the profound impact of adoption on vulnerable children around the world. Karla, Lifeline's Senior Director of International Programs, shares insights on the evolving landscape of international adoption, including the unique challenges and rewards families experience. They discuss the realities of waiting children, highlight emerging adoption programs, and reveal a new $1,000 scholarship for families beginning their adoption journey this month.GUESTKarla Thrasher is a graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a licensed social worker. She is also a TBRI® Practitioner, certified by the TCU Karen Purvis Institute of Child Development. Karla has been on staff at Lifeline since 2001 and currently serves as the Sr. Director of International Adoption. In her role, Karla is privileged to manage the day to day of Lifeline's International Department and provide leadership to the international team. She coordinates with other Lifeline departments and outside ministry partners to better serve waiting children and families. Some of the specific focuses in Karla's role at Lifeline are government compliance, customer service and quality assurance. She considers it a great honor to share the gospel through the gift of adoption! Karla lives in Birmingham, AL with her husband Jamie. They have three adult children. Karla's family are her biggest cheerleaders in her ministry at Lifeline.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children's Services and its ministry arms.INTERNATIONAL ADOPTION SCHOLARSHIPReady to start your adoption journey? Lifeline Children's Services is excited to offer a $1,000 scholarship toward the first agency fee for families applying to our full international adoption program from November 1–30, 2024. With the support of the Hope Adoption Fund, we're helping families overcome financial barriers, providing guidance and support at every stage of the adoption process. Take this step with us, and let's bring hope and a forever family to a waiting child. Visit LifelineChild.org/Begin to learn more.LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children's Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW USFacebook, Instagram, TwitterThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify

November is national adoption month and we recently had some of the team from AASK, Adults Adopting Special Kids join us in studio to chat about the need for forever homes, the process, and share just a few of the heartwarming stories. 

On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge:   Offers final encouragement on prayer and forming our consciences in advance of Election Day; access voter resources here   Highlights one of the special ways the diocese is celebrating National Vocation Awareness Week; watch now: “A Day in the Life of Catholic Priest”    Shares how the Gospel of Life is and can be embraced through adoption, especially adopting from foster care; learn more about Catholic Charities' Waiting Child program    Recounts the recent Masses celebrating the Solemnity of All Saints and the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed; watch the homilies from November 1 and November 2    Shares his upcoming travels to the Diocese of Raleigh to mark its 100th anniversary, and to Baltimore to confer with his brother bishops from across the United States at their annual fall meeting   He also answers the following question from the faithful:    “It's football season and I enjoy it when the networks show pre-game locker room shots of the players preparing for the game. You get to see such intensity and focus! What is it like to be a priest or bishop before the liturgy? Do you ever get anxious or nervous? Celebrating Masses every day, how do you get fired up?”

We explore the transformative power of adoption with Rita L. Soronen, President and CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. Rita shares insights into how foster care adoption can change the lives of children who are seeking permanence and stability. As we celebrate National Adoption Month, we are reminded of the critical need to support vulnerable children. Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy's, understood this deeply from his own life experiences, and in 1992 he created the foundation to advocate for children in foster care. As Rita explains, "These children are not someone else's responsibility. They are our responsibility."Rita emphasizes the Foundation's mission to increase adoptions and the ongoing commitment to expanding efforts, not just in the U.S. and Canada, but potentially in Mexico. The Foundation's partnership with the Wendy's Company and its many programs, like National Adoption Day, highlights the importance of celebrating and uplifting the stories of families formed through adoption. "We're not just raising awareness," Rita says, "We are walking families through each step of the adoption process." This message serves as a powerful call to action for individuals, communities, and organizations to step forward and support children in need of a forever family.#NationalAdoptionMonth #FosterCareAdoption #AdoptionAwarenessFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

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November is National Adoption Month -- a time to think about the children in foster care who are waiting for their forever homes. On this episode, Amanda shares her family's foster and adoption story, and urges the nation to vote down the extreme abortion measures coming into 10 states, including South Dakota. Vote NO on G.

We wrap up National Adoption Month with a discussion about disenfranchised grief and some highlights and lessons learned during 100 episodes of the Open Adoption Project podcast (so far). Disenfranchised grief is grief that is not recognized as valid by society, and is prevalently experienced in the adoption community. We talk about how those who adopt can better understand grief experienced by adopted people and first parents, and how this understanding can counter shame and create stronger bonds. We also share what our most downloaded episode is, and a handful of some of the most impactful interviews we've done since starting the show in 2021. We'll be back in the new year with our fifth season. Happy Holidays and thanks for learning with us!

With November being National Adoption Month, we're thrilled to end the month chatting with a guest who knows this topic extremely well, Becky Fawcett. We talked about all things adoption with Becky in this episode. We discussed her personal adoption journey, the adoption process people need to know, costs, and much more. Who is Becky Fawcett? Becky Fawcett is the founder and president of Helpusadopt.org, an equality-based organization that seeks to reduce the financial burden of adoption. After graduating from Franklin & Marshall College, Becky had a successful career in the magazine industry, first for Baltimore magazine and then for Philadelphia magazine as the director of marketing. She then went on to found The Fawcett Group, a full-service public relations and marketing firm. Becky and her husband, Kipp, adopted their first daughter, Jane, in 2005 and their second daughter, Brooke, in 2009. After adopting their first child, Becky and Kipp were so grateful that they had the financial means to adopt that they decided to make a donation to an organization that would help ease another family's financial burden. Sadly, they could not find an adoption grant organization that was based on a mission of equality. To address this need and help all types of families, they founded Helpusadopt.org in 2007. Helpusadopt.org has been featured on CNN, People.com, The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Wall Street Journal, People Magazine, O Magazine, and Good Housekeeping for their groundbreaking work in the world of adoption. Becky lives in Manhattan with her husband, Kipp, and their children, Jane and Brooke. What Did We Discuss? In this episode, we chat with Becky all about adoption! Here are several of the questions that we covered: Becky, did you always know you wanted to adopt? We'd love to hear more about your personal adoption story and experience. Please share with us! What were the biggest challenges you faced while going through the adoption process? I've heard from families that the adoption process can be overwhelming. Where do you suggest a family start to explore adoption? What aspects of adoption do you think the general public might be unaware of? Can you walk our audience through a typical adoption process? What is the average cost of adoption? Why is adoption so expensive? What obstacles does the high cost of adoption create for families and children? What advice would you give families who are just beginning to explore adoption options? It was a pleasure chatting with Becky about the adoption journey and hearing her passion and knowledge about such a very special topic. We hope that this episode brings hope and encouragement to families out there who may or may not be considering adoption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim and Katherine share their experience with adoption and the story behind adopting their two beautiful children from Haiti.Listen on: SpotifyYouTubeApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsRead Tim's latest statement on The Daily Wire: https://www.dailywire.com/news/why-we-need-a-global-coalition-to-fight-child-trafficking53mWatch 'The Light in the Darkness' here:https://www.prageru.com/video/episode-1-find-the-courage-to-fight-for-libertyFollow Tim on Instagram:@timballard89

US Supreme Court justices are facing backlash over allegations of ethical lapses. An all-women's Catholic college decides to admit biological men who identify as women. And a look at why there are 43 million displaced children in the world on National Adoption Month.

"Defend the lowly and fatherless; render justice to the afflicted and needy." Psalm 82:3   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.   For our last National Adoption Month episode host Sandra Flach speaks with adoptive mom Heather Dyer. Heather is also the Executive Director of A Family For Every Orphan—a Christian organization that helps orphans find safe and loving families in their home countries.   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 AFamilyForEveryOrphan.org

"Even before He made the world, God loved us and chose us to be holy and without fault in His eyes. God decided in advance to adopt us into His own family by bringing us to Himself through Jesus Christ."  Ephesians 1:3-5    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.   We continue National Adoption Month with host, Sandra Flach, sharing about the importance of friendships for adoptive and foster parents.   Listen in as Sandra shares about the importance of connection with God and connection with other foster & adoptive parents on this Friendsgiving Episode.   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

Did you know that 606,031 children passed through the foster care system in 2021? Read that again and let it sit with you a moment. 606,031 kids that deserve the same love just as any other sit, wait and dream of the perfect day.  For 6 months of each of our children's lives we fostered them in order to proceed with their adoptions. The uneasy moments of not being in control, for me, was one of the hardest parts. The stories that I hear from foster parents are absolutely inspirational. Each experience  of unconditional love waits so patiently  on the other side, yearning for the moment to build the family they've always dreamt of having. One of these dreams came from a loving mother in South Florida that has a beautiful family in thanks to our foster care  system. Ann Swearingen recalls her own experience with her partner, Jeff, through the Foster Care System. Listen as she so delicately recollects their own path  of parenthood that  lay before them. Their fear is real, but the love is transcendental and will always win.Next, we welcome Doug Munster, an adoption advocate that helps to run the Georgia Chapter of the Non Profit "GIFT OF ADOPTION". He and his husband, Brent are the proud dads of two beautiful boys through their own journey of adoption. Recently, Doug and his chapter raised over $600,000 that will benefit families in Metro Atlanta and reaching outward into Georgia and in turn was given recognition in Washington DC this summer. Doug's chapter in Georgia has helped 5,000 kids find their forever family! He is doing BIG things in the world of adoption and all of it is so appreciated. Thank you Doug! You can follow all of his sweet families adventures on Social media. Find them @realmoderndadsTo find out more about The Gift of Adoption head over to GIFTOFADOPTION.ORGThank you to our family of amazing sponsors! Ochsner Hospital for ChildrenRouses MarkersWww.rousesmarkets.comKid's Dream Dress ShopWww.kidsdreamus.comSandpiper VacationsWww.sandpipiervactions.comZak George's Dog Revolution! Pinxav Diaper Rash CreamWww.pinxav.comComfort Cases Www.comfortcases.orgNew Orleans Ice Cream CompanyWww.neworleansicecream.comReal Estate with Steph & Berkshire Hathaway www.realestatewithsteph.comAudubon Institute www.auduboninstitute.org

Herbie Newell is the President and Executive Director of LifeLine Children's Services, an organization that is an adoption, orphan care, and foster care ministry. His passion with this organization is to see the Church be equipped to manifest the gospel to orphans, vulnerable children, and vulnerable women. This ministry exists to see the Church carry out their God-given mission in the gospel of justice and caring for the widow and the orphan, the stranger, the alien, the ones in need. This mission has been given to the Church, and it is the Church that is to do this work. With November being National Adoption Month, our prayer is that you would come away from this episode with your heart stirred on this topic of adoption. What We Chat about in Today's Episode: ~Info about LifeLine Christian Services, the largest evangelical adoption agency in the country ~The gospel-motivation for the work going on at LifeLine ~How Herbie came to be the President of LifeLine, what led him to first become involved in this work, and what his daily work looks like; why he is passionate about this topic ~The importance of seeking the Spirit on what we personally are called to do in this area ~What being truly pro-life actually is - and how just demanding that there be a birth is not what all we are called to as the Church; the importance of us stepping up and helping these mamas and babies in need ~The importance of advocating for life inside as well as outside the womb ~The problem with being busy and becoming nearsighted, losing sight of what God is actually calling us to do with our days ~The purpose of our lives as believers as not being one of comfort and ease, but of mission ~The call to deny ourselves and pick up our cross so that we can serve others well ~What the state of adoption is in this country and around the world; the number of orphans currently in this world who need a home ~The increase in abortion that we are actually seeing post Roe v. Wade and the reality that conservative states were not even prepared for the overturning;  the work the church still has to do ~Laws, practices, etc. that are leading to this orphan crisis here and around the world; what we as believers can do about this crisis whether or not we adopt ourselves ~The infinite wisdom of God's design for the family and the world at large ~Herbie's insider analysis of where the defense of life movement is, what is coming down the pike, and what part adoption plays in all of this; adoption as a pro-life option ~Talking about abundant life and having a pro-woman stance as a pro-life advocate ~Ways in which the church is dropping the ball in these areas; what we can do to be the hands and feet of Christ; how to make a difference in these areas ~Understanding that having a pro-life stance does not begin at the political or federal level; it starts in your home, with your family, and in your community ~How people can become involved with LifeLine Children's Services ~Being faithful with what is in front of us and the importance of just doing the next right thing ~And more! Head to www.hargraveshomeandhearth.com/podcast for full shownotes.

It's National Adoption Month, and I would be remiss if I didn't talk at least a little bit about adoption—since it has changed our lives in all of the best ways!  But today we're also talking more generally about the God-sized callings that are placed on our lives. It's those things that God asks us to do as a step of faith and a call to obedience. For some of us it's adoption, but for others it's a mission trip, or a financial investment into Kingdom purposes, or even stepping into someone else's story who desperately needs your friendship.  Steve Frissell is with us today, and he's turning the tables a bit to ask me questions about our adoption journey. We are praying you will really be encouraged to chase after the things God is asking you to do right now—using our words as a springboard to encourage you in the things that feel too hard, impractical, or even impossible in this season of life.  So glad you're with us today!   All things Cynthia Pre-Order Life is Messy, God is Good

In this episode of our National Adoption Month series, we hear from Leah Outten, a birth mom who consults with prospective adoptive parents, about her top tips for building an adoption profile with expectant parents in mind.

Joel is a three-time adoptive parent, and he shares some of his stories and experiences from that perspective on today's episode. Joel's website:  https://www.joelelston.com/ Follow the LOA Today podcast: https://www.loatoday.net/follow

Counselor, Author, and Speaker Cam Lee Small joins Latasha Morrison on the Be the Bridge Podcast during National Adoption Month to help shift the culture and church's narrative surrounding adoption. As a transracial adoptee himself, Cam brings his lived experience and his professional work to this conversation. They discuss the tension of being connected to two places, the necessity of centering adoptees' voices and stories, and ways to honor heritages and birth families. They also dive into the importance of celebrating and submitting to leadership that is not centered on whiteness, as well as the need to reframe the language around adoption so that it is not compared to the gospel. Cam generously shares some of his own journey of self discovery with the Be the Bridge community. And he encourages adoptees to have a community to be able to express their feelings. Everyone will leave this episode with more empathy, understanding, and language. Join in the conversation on our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram and LinkedIn to let us know your thoughts on this episode!  Host & Executive Producer - Latasha Morrison Senior Producer - Lauren C. Brown Producer, Editor, & Music - Travon Potts with Integrated Entertainment Studios Assistant Producer & Transcriber - Sarah Connatser Quotes: “I was a son before I was adopted”. -Cam Lee Small “This work can't start when you adopt. The work has to start prior to that.” -Latasha Morrison “Let's not have the adoptive parent be the first one to jump on stage and teach us about the adoptee journey. Let's ask adoptees about that.” -Cam Lee Small Links: If you'd like to partner with the Be the Bridge Podcast, please fill out our Advertise with Us form.  Ads: Spotify for Podcasters [Record, edit, distribute your podcast. Download the Spotify for Podcasters app or go to www.spotify.com/podcasters to get started] Sign up for the Be the Bridge Newsletter Become a Donor of Be the Bridge Shop the Be the Bridge Online Shop Resources Mentioned: Be the Bridge TRA Academy Course Bellis The Inclusive Family Support Model Connect with Cam Lee Small: His Website Facebook Instagram Threads Connect with Be the Bridge: Our Website Facebook Instagram Threads Twitter Connect with Latasha Morrison: Facebook Instagram Threads Twitter Not all views expressed in this interview reflect the values and beliefs of Latasha Morrison or the Be the Bridge organization.

Melissa Dyo always knew that she and her sister were adopted and loved her adoptive family. But a few years back, she realized that if she ever wanted to find her birth mom, that window was starting to close. President Clinton declared that November was National Adoption Month, and you're going to be absolutely enthralled when you hear her share how her search has turned out!

Should white parents adopt children of color? Today more than 40% of adoptions are transracial, so it's a conversation we need to have. November is National Adoption Month, so we're talking about adoption, ethnicity, adoptee and birth mom voices, and more on this episode with Dr. Brittany Salmon. As an adoptive mom herself, she offers a ton of wisdom and encouragement to adoptive parents. Adoption and cross-cultural adoption can be both hard and beautiful. There are opportunities here, though, for the adoptive family who is ready to commit more than love. Thanks to our Episode Sponsors! Crossway: https://www.crossway.org/Dwell Differently: https://dwelldifferently.com/ Keep up with Brittany Salmon: http://brittanynsalmon.com/ It Takes More than Love: A Christian Guide to Navigating the Complexities of Cross-Cultural Adoption - https://amzn.to/3MvYDY7Resources to get involved with Vulnerable Families and Children: CASA - Court Appointed Special Advocate® (CASA) and guardian ad litem (GAL) volunteers are appointed by judges to advocate for children's best interests.https://nationalcasagal.org/ SAFE Families - Safe Families for Children seeks to keep children safe and families together. Safe Families for Children is rooted in faith, fueled by radical hospitality, disruptive generosity, and intentional compassion, to build a network of caring and compassionate volunteers to support families facing social isolation. https://safe-families.org/ Embrace Grace - Embrace Grace exists to help inspire and equip the church to love and encourage single and pregnant young women and their families. Women experiencing unexpected pregnancies receive practical, spiritual, and emotional support through our global support groups.https://embracegrace.com/our-story Brave Love - A pro-adoption movement dedicated to changing the perception of adoption by acknowledging birth moms for their brave decision.https://www.bravelove.org/ Project 127 - Helping churches and families in Colorado serve children through faith-based family preservation, kinship care, foster care & adoption since 2004.https://www.project127.org/ Resources for Foster and Adoptive Parents: Fostered: One Woman's Powerful Story of Finding Faith and Family through Foster Care, by Tori Hope Petersen - https://amzn.to/3MvlUcB Foster the Family: Encouragement, Hope, and Practical Help for the Christian Foster Parent, by Jamie Finn - https://amzn.to/47j0HdQ The Connected Parent: Real-Life Strategies for Building Trust and Attachment, by Karyn Purvis and Lisa Qualls - https://amzn.to/47jyfIF The Connected Child: Bring Hope and Healing to Your Adoptive Family, by by Karyn Purvis, David Cross, and Wendy Lyons Sunshine - https://amzn.to/3QMpmBX Cam Lee Small - https://therapyredeemed.wordpress.com/ Books from the adopted perspective. Not Christian, but helpful: Adopting Hope: Stories and Real Life Advice from Birthparents, Adoptive Parents, and Adoptees, by Lorri Antosz Benson - https://amzn.to/3QMUnWASurviving the White Gaze: A Memoir, by Rebecca Carroll - https://amzn.to/3QtWY6f All You Can Ever Know: A Memoir, by Nicole Chung - https://amzn.to/3QqGMmr Research mentioned on the episode: https://aspe.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/private/pdf/264526/MEPA-Graphical-Factsheet.pdf https://time.com/the-realities-of-raising-a-kid-of-a-different-race/https://ifstudies.org/blog/the-changing-face-of-adoption-in-the-united-stateshttps://adoptionnetwork.com/adoption-myths-facts/domestic-us-statistics/

In this episode of our National Adoption Month series, our Director of Communications, Alisha Gallagher, interviews Anna Maria DiDio, an author and adoptive parent. Anna Maria shares her experience of realizing the importance of nurturing cultural connections and helping individuals who were adopted preserve their cultural identities.

Did you know that between 1945 and 1973, four (4) million US mothers put their children up for adoption?As an adoptee and in honor of National Adoption Month, I wanted to bring light to the false narrative around adoption. Adoption is more than just a legal process; it's a life-altering journey that can deeply, influence our sense of identity, the way we perceive belonging, and how we connect or don't connect with others.These are issues I've struggled with and so have my two guests today, Sarah and Louise. Adoption is complex and there are ripple effects it has on adoptees, and their families, and can change lives directly and indirectly. In today's episode, I speak with Sarah Reinhardt and Louise Browne, hosts of “Adoption: The Making of Me” podcast. One of the top-rated podcasts on adoption!!We dive deep and discuss:What is the Baby Scoop Era?Sarah and Louise's intimate adoption stories and how it has affected them.  The effects adoption has on self-worth and feelings of guilt. The trauma of being separated at birth from your birthmother and how it shows up in adult relationships.The challenges of being adopted and how it can increase your chances of having anxiety, addiction, mental health issues, or being incarcerated.Why adoptees need open and honest conversations. How having the right support group or community can impact an adoptee.Sarah and Louise also share their invaluable insights and reflections from their 4 seasons of “Adoption: The Making of Me” podcast. Including the importance of the industry and its multidimensional impact on our society. Click here to purchase “American Baby”Click here to purchase “Journey of the Adopted Self”Enjoy this heartfelt conversation about adoption and the profound ways it shapes lives.XO,LaurieClick here to receive “8 Things You Should Stop Doing In Midlife to Find More Freedom”Sign up for my newsletter here to stay up to date on my upcoming offerings and podcast interviews!Click here to purchase my book: Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting GoConnect with me:Website: www.laurieejames.comEmail: laurie@laurieejames.comInstagramFacebookLinkedinConnect with Sarah and Lousie:Website:  www.adoptionthemakingofme.comEmail: themakingofmepodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Adoption: The Making of MeIG: @themakingofmepodcastTwitter: makingofmepdcst***************************************************************************************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL, MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED THERAPIST IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WITH RESPECT TO ANY MEDICAL ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

In this episode of our National Adoption Month series, we hear from Leah Outten, a birth mom who placed her daughter for adoption as a teenage mother, and maintained a very open adoption throughout her daughter's childhood and on into adulthood.