ADOPTION & FOSTER CARE

The world is full of children in need of safe and loving families, and for us, there’s never been a reason not to step into that need.

• We believe that God has entrusted us with much, and Luke 12:48 reminds us that “to whom much is given, much is required.” Sharing the blessings we’ve been given is simply part of who we are.

• The Bible calls us to justice and highlights adoption throughout its stories. James 1:27 reminds us that caring for orphans and the vulnerable is a true expression of faith. We believe this call is central to living the Christian life.

• Over 2,000 years ago, Joseph adopted Jesus, and Jesus adopted us. Adoption is woven into the heart of the Gospel. Simply put, we believe the Church should see adoption and foster care as equally beautiful and important as having biological children.

• Every one of our children—biological and adopted—has been a specific calling from God. Each is a sacred gift, and it is our greatest joy and honor to be their parents.

• We also deeply value therapeutic, trauma-informed parenting. The book The Connected Child and the principles of TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) have transformed our family. These tools have helped us navigate attachment challenges, trauma, medical diagnoses, surgeries, cancer, IEPs, 504 plans, blindness, mental health challenges, and more.

Adoption and foster care are complex—they hold both deep grief and profound beauty. While the losses are real, so are the miracles and blessings. For us, adoption and foster care are about embracing both.