tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68234808578630276392024-02-18T19:04:26.113-08:00Engaging the Fatherless"Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow's cause." Isaiah 1:17Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-56161880687694849202012-04-12T11:25:00.000-07:002012-04-12T11:27:21.407-07:00Please Be in Prayer...for two HHBC families who are currently overseas for their adoptions.<br />
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The Luseys are in Tomsk, Russia finalizing their adoption of Artyom. This sweet boy has some medical issues that need immediate care in the U.S., so please be praying that the judge in the case waives the 30-day waiting period that normally applies to adoptions in Russia and they can bring Artyom home as soon as possible. For more information on their situation, visit their blog: <a href="http://lusey.com/">lusey.com</a>.<br />
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The Winters will welcome their daughter, Ruthie, home from Ethiopia tomorrow! Rebecca has been in Ethiopia since last week and officially took custody of Ruthie on Monday. Please pray for a smooth transition and sweet family time for the Winters as they get used to being a family of four.<br />
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God is SO good and has shown Himself in amazing ways for both of these families over the past several months!<br />
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<br />Melissa Madolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16568870403042234614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-86980591483630635202012-03-07T08:36:00.003-08:002012-03-07T08:36:43.204-08:00International Adoption ForumHave you ever considered international adoption? Don't know where to start or what questions to ask? If so, please join the Engaging the Fatherless team this Sunday, March 11th! Our International Adoption forum will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in Room W109 and will feature panel interviews, open Q&A and break out sessions with families who have adopted from countries around the world. Child care is provided. We hope to see you there!Melissa Madolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16568870403042234614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-37869518566158542092012-02-09T19:57:00.001-08:002012-02-09T19:57:24.630-08:00Adoption Myths and Realities ClassPlease join us from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 26 for a one-night session discussing the issues couples often encounter as they explore adoption and begin the process. This session will deal openly and honestly with many of the common myths-issues such as wait times, attachment, friends and family, birthparents, finances and much more. This session is designed specifically for those who are just beginning to consider adoption, as well as those who have unanswered questions about the process. Contact Courtney at shettrons@aol.com for more information.Melissa Madolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16568870403042234614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-36274853478521605102012-01-20T14:31:00.000-08:002012-01-20T14:31:50.358-08:00Great Open Adoption Video!Here is a great video from our friends at Deaconess Pregnancy and Adoption Services about open adoption.<br />
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Isn't it amazing how God brings families together through adoption?<br />
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Have a great weekend!<br />
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~MMelissa Madolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16568870403042234614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-29325761929469420952012-01-11T13:22:00.000-08:002012-01-11T13:22:47.375-08:00Blessed by Adoption<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>The saying, "A picture is worth a thousand words" is certainly applicable to our waiting moms group.<br />
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<div>We took some time during the holidays to celebrate how God has blessed our families. All but two of these babies arrived and met their forever families during 2011...and there are even more who aren't pictured!</div><div><br />
</div><div>If you are considering adoption or already in the process and waiting for your child, please join us! We meet every Monday 7:30 p.m. at All About Cha near 33rd and Broadway.</div>Melissa Madolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16568870403042234614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-10465567491366572182011-01-26T19:02:00.000-08:002011-01-26T19:41:48.764-08:00Love these Waiting Mom's!Every Monday night I get the privilege of hanging out and discussing adoption/foster care with the BEST group of ladies!!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHPrv07ud8YicLSiDidRtDaHtQbGMyMeMKe7osVls_QD7-Pb8c50F8TnPvJ46VcIkPawRtvkWvhRt_MhYzJFLrJatD08-f7bCV5GX_hqd_46Kq2wI4REd07DblYKODM7b7zXIEfRG7a0Q/s1600/wait.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 223px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566705420134959298" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHPrv07ud8YicLSiDidRtDaHtQbGMyMeMKe7osVls_QD7-Pb8c50F8TnPvJ46VcIkPawRtvkWvhRt_MhYzJFLrJatD08-f7bCV5GX_hqd_46Kq2wI4REd07DblYKODM7b7zXIEfRG7a0Q/s400/wait.jpg" /></a><br /><div></div><div><div></div><div><div></div><div><div></div><div></div><div><div></div><div>Some of us have already adopted, some of us are in the process, others are just starting, and some have their foster placement. We have the best time discussing where God has us on this journey and how He continues to draw us closer to Him through the process. This group of ladies has blessed me beyond measure!</div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><div><div>As a mom who has adopted children, I am ALWAYS looking for ways to expand my knowledge of adoption related topics. Even though most of these women are in the beginning of their journey to meet their child, and the birth family God has chosen for them, they always teach me something. It is a safe place where we can discuss what we may be going through. Some wait for their paperwork to be approved, others wait for "the call" from their agency, others have been matched with <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">birthmom's</span> and are waiting for the delivery of their child, some have their child placed with them already and are waiting their court dates. But, all of us have this common bond running through ... our love for the way God is creating our family!! I am so thankful for each of them!</div><br /><div>We are always looking for new "waiting mom's" to join us! We meet at What about <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Cha</span> in Edmond on Monday night's at 7:30. It's located at the corner of 33rd and Broadway. If you would like to no more about it you can email me at shettrons@aol.com.</div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKynwz6r0KjeFZO9N8ms5B5s2NEAb_f9oHYSU5A8X7uenqmUIu2if8QrSvTxsxag1nHRmO__hrCGe2CzmVTVqdGcBzty_KbsYWNrvtFmALgjXgFv57vbG_PenVqQaNy6oQAVMQ047RYvg/s1600/all+about+cha.png"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 220px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 82px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566701345404305794" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKynwz6r0KjeFZO9N8ms5B5s2NEAb_f9oHYSU5A8X7uenqmUIu2if8QrSvTxsxag1nHRmO__hrCGe2CzmVTVqdGcBzty_KbsYWNrvtFmALgjXgFv57vbG_PenVqQaNy6oQAVMQ047RYvg/s400/all+about+cha.png" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-51708680843353442132011-01-11T06:45:00.001-08:002011-01-11T17:45:58.573-08:00New Study To Begin For Adoptive/Foster ParentsAs an adoptive mom myself, I am always looking for resources to help me be a better mom. I don't think this is just because our family was created through adoption, I think all mom's are always looking for resources to help them be a "better" mom. We want to do all that we can to help our children succeed in life. We want to help them grow in their knowledge of Christ. We want to teach them all that we can before they leave home.<br /><br />I don't think I am alone in this. This is why I am very excited about an upcoming study we are having at Henderson Hills Baptist Church. The book we will be studying is "The Connected Child", by Karyn <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Purvis</span>. This study is geared to bring hope and healing to your adoptive or foster family. It is designed to help parents correct and connect with their children.<br />It will help equip parents with practical methods to build stronger bonds and more <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">nurturing</span> relationships with their children. It brings hope to families while empowering them to thrive. Amber Given, Licensed Counselor and Director of Peppers Ranch will lead us through "The Connected Child" Book and Workbook. The workbook was co-authored by Karyn <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Purvis</span> and Michael and Amy Monroe. The Monroe's lead an adoption and foster care ministry called "Tapestry" at Irving Bible Chapel in Irving Texas. They are also adoptive parents.<br /><br />The class will be on Saturday nights at Henderson Hills from 6:45 - 8:00pm. It will begin on February 5<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span> for 5 weeks. You can contact me for more information at <a href="mailto:shettrons@aol.com">shettrons@aol.com</a>. Childcare will be provided.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-88456097028573674772010-11-19T07:43:00.000-08:002010-11-19T07:50:08.463-08:00Becoming a Band-Aid DadThis morning I read this article written from an adoptive dad's perspective. I LOVED IT! I can't tell you how many times I am guilty of "brushing off" a wound my children feel are so <em>BIG </em>(if you know what I mean)! What a simple concept, just taking the time to let them know that whatever is wrong with them is important to you. And how this can ultimately, in some small way, help heal a past hurt.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://adoptivedads.org/becoming-a-band-aid-dad">Becoming a Band-Aid Dad</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-12733035967663511502010-11-18T06:52:00.000-08:002010-11-18T07:18:35.815-08:00Waiting Mom Shares Her HeartSeveral months ago my husband and I met with a couple who were considering adoption. We were thrilled to do this! We consider it one of our greatest joys to be able to share our personal experience and help someone else who is starting down this journey. <br /><br />We visited with them about where they were at in the process, and different options that were out there. It was just a sweet time of getting to talk adoption. I left that meeting thinking...Wow, thanks God for allowing us to do this. Well, fast forward several months later and I have to tell you this couple has amazed me!! I think sometimes when we think God is using us to help someone else, He really might be doing the opposite! I have learned a ton from this "waiting mom" about being willing to open yourself up to His plan. <br /><br />She has now started a blog about their adoption journey. She opens up her heart to the whole process and it is so incredible to see how far they have come. I can not wait to see what God has in store for this family! You can follow their journey at <a href="http://www.themadoles.blogspot.com/">www.themadoles.blogspot.com</a>. <br /><br />If you or someone you know is considering adoption, or foster care Engaging the Fatherless has many people on our team who have walked this journey before you and would love to help in any way. You can email me at <a href="mailto:shettrons@aol.com">shettrons@aol.com</a> and I will help put you in contact with the right person.<br /><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:78%;"><strong>"For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love he predestined us to be adopted as his sons through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will." Ephesians 4:1-5</strong></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-52545112343833987162010-11-17T11:34:00.001-08:002010-11-17T11:37:08.403-08:00China bound...One of our families from Henderson Hills is currently in China picking up their baby girl! They would love for you to follow their journey via their website here <a href="http://www.myadoptionwebsite.com/ourlauren/">www.myadoptionwebsite.com/ourlauren/</a>. Please sign their guest book when you visit the site and let them know you are praying for them!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-25343745481735870682010-11-16T07:22:00.000-08:002010-11-17T11:30:25.464-08:00Updates, Updates, Updates!Wow! First let me say I am sorry for the extended absence between posts. But, a lot is happening within this ministry! Praise God!<br /><br /><br /><br />Our Waiting Mom's Group has moved! We are now meeting at All About Cha on 33rd and Broadway in Edmond. So, if you are looking for a great group of women who know what it's like to wonder if every phone call you receive...might...just might be "the one" then come join us! Those of you who are waiting, you know what I'm talking about. All the women in this group are either currently waiting to be matched, or have been through the process. We meet on Monday nights at 7:30 so come join us! You can email me at <a href="mailto:shettrons@aol.com">shettrons@aol.com</a> if you would like more information.<br /><br /><br /><br />Ever considered visiting a foster child/infant in the hospital? Well, maybe you haven't, but now you can! Engaging the Fatherless is sponsoring a training offered by DHS to allow you to rock babies, read books to infants, or simply spend time with foster children who need an adult to be with them. The training will be on Thursday, December 2nd from 6-8 pm. We will meet at Henderson Hills Baptist Church in the Preschool Room P114-P115. You can email <a href="mailto:jlee@hhbc.com">jlee@hhbc.com</a> to find out more information. This is a great way to invest time and share some love with a child in the Oklahoma foster care.<br /><br /><br /><br />Speaking of foster care...are you currently a family who is either in the process of fostering a child, or have a child/children in your home? We have a Foster Care support group meeting that will help encourage you along this journey. If you would like more information on this support group you can email <a href="mailto:millardkbme@yahoo.com">millardkbme@yahoo.com</a>.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />This just highlights a few things we are up to. Many, many more to come! Keep checking back here and at the hhbc.com website under the Engaging the Fatherless Ministry tab.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-44046202222879720322010-05-20T17:05:00.001-07:002010-05-20T17:10:10.105-07:00Waiting Mom's GroupA new group of waiting mom's is meeting on Monday nights at 7:30pm at Vintage Coffee in Edmond on 33rd and Western. This group is for any woman waiting to be matched with her child, whether this be through adoption or foster care. We meet to encourage, pray for, and help each other prepare for bringing home a child. If you are interested in joining, or for more information contact Courtney at 641-1693.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-5286558827111574292010-03-15T08:43:00.000-07:002010-03-15T08:45:23.460-07:00Foster Care TrainingWe're excited to report HHBC will be hosting Foster Care Training classes. This is the scheduled 27 hour PRIDE training required to become foster parents and is one of the many steps in the process. (The first step is to begin the application process by filing paperwork with OKDHS or a Foster Agency .) An OKDHS Resource Family Recruiter or your foster agency representative is the person who registers you for the classes.<br /><br />The training schedule is Tuesday/Thursday from 6-9pm beginning April 6th and ending May 4th. We will be attending and would love it if you were able to join us. <br /><br />Do you have questions? If you're wondering how to get started or have concerns about anything, please call or email Beth or Kory at 373-2999 or email at millardkbme@yahoo.com. We would love to talk with you. This training is open to the public. Please pass along the information to anyone as the Lord leads.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-34019105221865856782010-01-12T07:58:00.000-08:002010-01-12T08:02:30.458-08:00If You Were MineA Workshop for Those Exploring Adoption<br /><br />Have you ever thought about adopting? Engaging the Fatherless will be hosting an interactive 6-week study called If You Were Mine for those interested in exploring whether adoption is right for their family.<br /><br />This study will provide informed insight on many topics, including God's heart for orphans, basic decisions, agencies, funding, paperwork, <a class="GVAdLink" id="GVLINK_1_0_0" href="http://www.watermark.org/ministries/care-cont/tapestry-adoption-foster-care/tapestry-events#">home studies</a> and finalization. All of this is aimed at helping you or someone you know, understand the next steps to take and discern whether God is calling you to give a child a forever family through adoption.<br /><br />Beginning January 17th, the study will run for six weeks. Childcare is available. A workbook is required for this study which can be purchased for $10. We don't want finances to be a barrier that keeps anyone from attending so please contact us if you need assistance. You can register online at <a href="http://www.hhbc.com/engaging-the-fatherless">http://www.hhbc.com/engaging-the-fatherless</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-55195585734365451902010-01-05T19:40:00.000-08:002010-01-05T19:50:39.252-08:00Jumping in to 2010There are so many ways you can get involved in what is going on within the ministry right now! God has been so faithful to open the hearts of so many who have a passion for Engaging the Fatherless!<br /><br />Mark your calendars for January 17th. Two big happenings that night. First we are kicking off the Adoption classes at Henderson Hills for anyone who has had the nudge to possibly explore the option of adoption, but didn’t know where to start. This class will help answer so many of your questions! The class will be a six week course and you won’t want to miss it. You can enroll online at hhbc.engagingthefatherless.com. Or you can email Susie at ssexton@hhbc.com for more information. The class will have childcare provided, but you must preregister. The cost of the materials will be $10.<br /><br />Also, on the 17th our Foster Care branch will be holding an informational meeting for those who are interested in exploring becoming foster parents. Several organizations will be present to answer questions, share information and help direct those interested in becoming foster parents. This meeting will be in Room W105 at Henderson Hills. If you or someone you know might be interested in learning more about foster care or ways you can help serve children in the foster care system, you won’t want to miss this. You can contact Julie at <a href="mailto:jlee@hhbc.com">jlee@hhbc.com</a> or Beth at millardkbme@yahoo.com for more information.<br /><br />Another event to mark on your calendar is going to be put on by our widows branch of the ministry. We are having a tea party! Yes, we will be serving tea to all of our widow ladies at Henderson Hills. Watch for more details to come and please plan to join us, it will be like nothing ever done at Henderson Hills. We are looking forward to it. If this is something you would like to help serve at or be a part of, please contact Sharon at scoon.hhbc.com.<br /><br />If you are interested in being a part of any of these events, or if you would like to learn more about the Engaging The Fatherless ministry at Henderson Hills. We would love to hear from you!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-87091289128730272892009-11-12T09:54:00.000-08:002009-11-12T10:09:44.230-08:00Official LaunchThanks so much to everyone who stopped by our table last weekend in the Gathering! We had a great showing from those who are interested in learning more about this ministry! The best thing I can tell you right now is to mark it on your calendars...November 22nd at 4:00pm. We will meet in the High School room at Henderson Hills for a Vision Casting Meeting. You will hear the hearts of the leaders and how God brought about this unique ministry in our Church. There will also be time for you to sign-up for different events we are planning, and to learn more about the classes we are offering in January. The classes will be designed to educate and inform the interested family on the biblical call to caring for orphans and the types of adoptions and foster care options available. We want to support you on your journey in whatever form God has called you in caring for the orphans. November 22nd...hope to see you there. You won't want to miss it!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-46940519291073701152009-11-02T21:49:00.000-08:002009-11-05T15:22:09.468-08:00Orphan SundayStop by our table in the Gathering this Sunday as we kick-off this new ministry!<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYMa-oFn6dTnGCv7-lOEQUGzT4BwVIi0OMiTz0Q3alq0nhSizVB3D4YTckRqayrL3Ij3kt_aYf5_4_NN3s3u3tbTUFnrDZcPGLPy4N53QQRIoAcSQmNr0Y1YvOzypVm_GTrBeEk_dxeYA/s1600-h/orphan+sunday2.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 259px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 119px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399754447408915762" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYMa-oFn6dTnGCv7-lOEQUGzT4BwVIi0OMiTz0Q3alq0nhSizVB3D4YTckRqayrL3Ij3kt_aYf5_4_NN3s3u3tbTUFnrDZcPGLPy4N53QQRIoAcSQmNr0Y1YvOzypVm_GTrBeEk_dxeYA/s400/orphan+sunday2.jpg" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Srb-aOBQWX0/Su_GddhmeiI/AAAAAAAAAAk/4RlXHXz3Gs4/s1600-h/orphan+sunday.jpg"></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmncn50eAgTKxa3rtvNqZhjAbgqlZPHN25KGz0JYs7reL1aJ_gtpmhKDuMvEiNfw_e-erL4KykNZ7lKp-ZNRMMjtxJpXL4_Guu3MFJBIIQ3LHKFg233h0_46kEwnFUtugcWo_6eNFItUM/s1600-h/orphan+sunday.jpg"></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6823480857863027639.post-14823488376566052332009-11-02T19:59:00.000-08:002009-11-03T15:45:31.065-08:00The Heart of the MinistryWhat does<strong> "Engaging the Fatherless"</strong> mean? Where did we get this name? What kind of ministry is this? Okay, let me explain.<br /><br />Recently, I was at an event where a teenage boy caught my attention. I can't quite put my finger on what it was about him, but there he was. I knew when I met him something was up. I have to admit to you, I didn't think it was something good. The whole evening I kept my eye on this kid. What was it? Well, the moment came when God was ready to reveal to me why this boy needed my attention. You know what I did? I ran! Yep. My first thought was, "No not me! Don't use me to do this!" But as God so gently does, he made sure I had no choice. I sat down with this child, and quickly learned what our Father in Heaven needed me to do. You see, I found out this boy was in foster care and had been for years. He shared with me how he really wanted to be adopted, but didn't feel like he ever would be. He was so sure nobody would ever want someone his age; they only wanted the younger kids. This boy was so sure of himself on this, his words went straight through my heart. I was able to share with him how our Heavenly Father loves him. HE has a plan for him and cares about him. Did this boy hear what I was saying? I don't know. But I can tell you, God wanted me to tell him that this particular evening. When I left this event and knew I would probably never see this child again, my heart ached. I was given an opportunity to engage in conversation with this boy, and thankfully our Heavenly Father made sure I didn't walk away from him.<br /><br />This ministry is designed to help Christians obey God's command. The Bible says in Isaiah 1:17, "Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, and plead the widow's cause." So often many of us are just like I was that night, scared. I didn't know how to help this situation. I didn't know what to say to him, but God did. "Engaging the Fatherless" is designed to reach out to children in foster care, children who need adopted, single moms, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">birth moms</span> and widows. We want to help families who have felt the calling to become foster parents, but don't know what the next step is. We want to come along side of couples who have felt God's nudging to adopt, but don't know anything about the process. We want to learn how to care for the orphans who live all over the world and in some small way <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">share</span> with them the simple truth, "God loves them". We want to be an encourager for the single mom who is bearing a difficult burden of raising her children on her own. We want to help birth moms who are dealing with the loss of a child. And we want to be a support to the widows in our Church.<br /><br />Please join us in praying for this ministry. If you think this might be something you want to be involved in we would love to hear from you.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0