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Slowing down with contentment

Is anyone else shocked Thanksgiving is just a few days away? Even though it’s felt like the longest, hottest summer possible, it also feels like we were...
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A birth mother shares her perspective on adoption

The final blog post for our National Adoption Month campaign is a powerful interview between Emma Porter, LifeDesign Maternity Counselor, who works with mothers considering adoption, and...
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Go into the world and preach the Gospel

“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” – Mark 16:15 (KJV)   Yes, I am “ye”...
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Maternity counseling is designed to walk alongside birth mothers

This is the third post in our series for National Adoption Month. We have looked at the myths of open adoption and how to create compassion for...
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Vibrant senior living

There can always be more to experience and learn – no matter your age. It's important to engage in enriching opportunities for the body and mind, especially...
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Celebrate who you belong to this Advent season

The Advent season is almost here and we have a special reminder for you this year: you've been adopted into God's family. We're no longer slaves to...
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Being still despite the schedule

While scrolling Instagram, as I am apt to waste more time than I care to admit doing, I recently came across a post by Ian Simkins. He...
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Supporting birth moms and the trauma experienced during and after adoption

In our podcast interview series for National Adoption Month, we’re taking time to highlight birth parents. Our first blog post covered misconceptions of open adoption and birth...
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Be a light this season

While Christmas is a time for joy, celebration and quality time with loved ones, it can also bring about additional stress for vulnerable families.  Imagine the pressure...
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Adoption is …

“He predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will ... ” – Ephesians 1:5   If someone asked you...
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