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Faces of Foster Care

Snapshots of five kids who grew up in the United States foster care system.

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From Unwanted Pregnancy to Evangelist

Shirley had an unwanted pregnancy. Pregnant from a man who wasn’t interested in being a father, living in a tough neighborhood and already having a child, Shirley felt the best option was an abortion.

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Thoughtful Miscarriage Gift Ideas

Thoughtful miscarriage gift ideas when those you care about are grieving.

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Dealing With Abortion Regret As Men

It’s been twenty years, but Joseph’s brothers haven’t forgotten. They’ve moved on with their lives and haven’t mentioned Joseph for a long time. There’s no way this Egyptian ruler knows their secret, but why does it feel like this is finally their reckoning for that mistake of long ago? “It wasn’t even my idea,” thinks …

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Pro-Life Arguments Explained – Part 2

Incorporating the basic legal issues and relevant history makes our pro-life arguments more persuasive.

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Understanding the Differences Between State and Private Foster Care Agencies

State agency or private agency? This is the question many foster and adoptive parents have to answer before becoming licensed. Here’s what you can expect, as well as the pros and cons of each type.

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Pro-Life Arguments Explained – Part 1

The heart of pro-choice vs pro-life arguments isn’t the law. The reality of human life – when does it start, why does it matter – is what determines the interpretation of our legal rights.

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Foster Care: Parenting Children With Special Needs

I never thought I would become a foster parent to children with special needs. But thankfully God is writing my story and not me.

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19 Million Lives Lost: The Heartbreak of Black History

Celebrate Black History Month and ensure it’s ongoing success by working to save the lives of the preborn.

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Foster the Family: The Story of Alan and Jamie Finn

“One child, one time.” That was the plan that Alan and Jamie Finn agreed to when they started the journey to become foster parents. But now, eight years and nearly 30 children later, it is clear God had a different plan. Neither Alan nor Jamie ever expected to become foster parents. They had thought adoption …

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Our Journey to Adoption Through Foster Care

Over a decade ago, the Meadows family was obedient to God’s calling on their lives to pursue adoption through foster care. Here’s where they are now.

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Personhood Explained

There is a war on personhood. Its definition has been debated for decades. People write and publish theories with the intention to help the world make sense of this strange concept, yet nearly every theory composed across time falls short of coherent logic. Personhood is a simple concept, but it is a deep concept, and …

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What to do When a Teen Girl is Pregnant

When a teen girl is unexpectedly pregnant there are a lot of questions. Find encouragement and practical help from someone who has been there.

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Should Abortion Be Legal?

Is abortion a simple women’s issue? Not quite. An estimated 63 million lives have been lost to U.S. abortions since Roe v. Wade. Considering the scope of abortion’s impact on both men and women, it’s safe to assume that abortion is more prominently a civil rights issue.

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What is Kinship Care?

When a child lives with a relative, it is considered kinship care. Kinship care and foster care are similar, but there are some key differences.

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Foster Care in Your State: California

There are over 55,000 children in California’s foster care system. This is how you can get involved.

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Seeing God in the Details as a Foster and Adoptive Mom

Six years passed between Kristen receiving a cancer diagnosis and becoming an adoptive mom. She knows that God planned every moment in between.

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How I Found God Through My Abortion Journey (Part 2 of 2)

Cynthia Wenz shares her incredible testimony of discovering God’s love and forgiveness. As a teenager, Cynthia lived recklessly and strayed away from the Lord. By age 29, she had three abortions, numbing herself from the reality of killing her children. After realizing her mistakes, Cynthia became pro-life and experienced many years of turmoil and grief …

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How I Found God Through My Abortion Journey (Part 1 of 2)

Cynthia Wenz shares her incredible testimony of discovering God’s love and forgiveness. As a teenager, Cynthia lived recklessly and strayed away from the Lord. By age 29, she had three abortions, numbing herself from the reality of killing her children. After realizing her mistakes, Cynthia became pro-life and experienced many years of turmoil and grief …

Group Home Led to My Success

How a Foster Family and Group Home Led to My Success

Clifton spent his formative years living in a group home. The love, encouragement, and direction he received there changed his life.