Adoption & Foster Care
It is a privilege to be able to partner with the Father’s heart for vulnerable children through adoption, fostering, and caring for those who are giving their lives to this cause. We exist to be a safe place for encouragement, preparation, community, guidance, and everything in between.
GET PLUGGED IN
LEARN
Intro to Adoption & Foster Care Class
Wednesdays beginning September 11.
This class is designed to help answer questions and clarify the next steps for anyone who is considering pursuing adoption or foster care. We’ll lean into scripture and prayer as we consider tangible next steps, hear from experts in the field, and get insights from those who’ve gone before us on the journey.
ADOPT OR FOSTER
If you are interested in adoption or foster care, feel free to connect with our team to learn more information.
SERVE
CARE COMMUNITIES
Serve adoptive and foster families by joining one of our Care Communities, which are designed to show God’s love to JF Families engaged in adoption and/or fostering by providing tangible support and care on a consistent basis. There are a variety of roles and opportunities within each Care Community.
CASA
Become a Court Appointed Special Advocate
Foster Child Christmas
Join us in serving Foster families in our community! Shop for gifts for a foster child in the care of the Cobb County Department of Family Services (DFCS). Shopping lists will be distributed in early/mid-November. Drop off gifts in the Magnolia Room on Monday, December 2.
LifeSong FUND
Financially support adoptive families
COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL
Financially support vulnerable children around the world
UPCOMING MOMENTS IN AFC
ADOPTION & FOSTER CARE SUPPORT GROUP
Attend our Adoption & Foster Care Support Group on Wednesday Nights from 6-7pm during the school year. Click to Register!
Intro to Adoption & Foster Care
This fall, there will be a Wednesday evening class for anyone considering adoption or foster care. Click to Register!
ADOPTION & FOSTER AGENCY MEET & GREET
Join us on October 9 at 6pm in Room 337. This is for anyone interested in learning more about the adoption or foster care process. Representatives from local agencies will answer questions, make connections, and help families take the next step on their adoption or foster journey. No registration is necessary.
Resources
What's Next?
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Download our Step-by-Step Guide about getting started with adoption and foster care.
Jason & Susan Laiche share their journey of deciding to adopt internationally and what they have learned through the process. Listen (Episode from February 24, 2021)
HowToAdopt.org
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Howtoadopt.org provides questions and answers to frequently asked questions.
Lifesong for Orphans
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Local Adoption and Foster Agencies
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Connect
Need more information about the adoptive or foster care journey?
