Caring for Those Who Once Cared For Us

Caring for Those Who Once Cared For Us

Many people get to the point in life where they become caretakers for those who used to take care of them. We asked members of our church walking this path right now or recently having walked this path to share some of their reflections and thoughts about this with the blog. We are so grateful for their vulnerability and honesty. We ask that you take the time to read all of these responses and reflect on how you can support and love your community members that are current caretakers as well as those they care for.

Orphan Care & The Church

Orphan Care & The Church

Becoming parents and raising children is challenging. It requires patience, compassion, flexibility, discipline, and all the fruits of the Spirit! Growing a family through adoption brings a unique set of challenges that the average family does not have to deal with, leading to many questions. As Merritt and I took steps toward adoption, we sought the counsel and wisdom of many who had gone before us and we will continue to go to them as we raise our twins.

How Holiday Shopping Changed Our Lives: Our Adoption Story

How Holiday Shopping Changed Our Lives: Our Adoption Story

Have you ever met people who became a family, in part because of how other people did their holiday shopping? Take a look at our picture above, because that is our story.

My husband, Ryan, and I began our adoption journey in early 2020. After researching and praying through avenues to grow our family, we felt an overwhelming peace about pursuing private infant adoption through Deaconess Pregnancy and Adoption. There was just one big glaring issue: finances!

The Table Is Set

The Table Is Set

Do you have something that just makes your heart happy? While we love preparing and

enjoying delicious food, a thoughtfully set table makes our hearts skip a beat. Some might think

it’s not their gifting or that they don’t have the resources to set a lovely table, but sometimes

simplicity and using what you already have is the way to go.

Enlarge Your Circle With "Silver" Friends

Enlarge Your Circle With "Silver" Friends

My guess is that, like me, you have some GOLD friends. You know, the ones who have known you a very long time, who have seen your good days, your bad days… and love you anyway! Oh, you are BLESSED by God if you have any deep friendships like that! When I was younger, I learned a little tune that went, “Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and the other’s gold.”

Vulnerability

Vulnerability

Vulnerability. Do you shudder when you hear the word? Does your stomach drop like you’re on some terrible roller coaster? Vulnerability researcher, Brene’ Brown, defines vulnerability as: uncertainty, risk, emotional exposure. Nobody likes emotional exposure when the outcome is uncertain. But there is no intimacy without vulnerability.

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