Adoption Resources

In North America, more and more families are growing their families through adoption. And there are more ways and countries to adopt from than ever before.

This section will list various resources that will help answer some of the questions that normally arise as individuals and families begin to sense a stirring their hearts for adoption. Many times, one spouse in a marriage senses the call first but the other spouse is lukearm or even antagonistic to the idea. Time and prayer are the answer to waiting.

One helpful resource for anyone beginning the journey is:

This quick start resource will help prospective parents consider the various key emotional and spiritual issues up front...before they plunge into the long and complex list of pre-adoption details. Without guidance and direction from your church pastor or those who have "run the race", it is not unusual for many adoptive couples to run into roadblocks, even dead ends.

The resource guide includes sections on

• loving an adopted child
• extended family's reaction
• expenses
• openness in adoption
• the role of birth parents
• physical disabilities
• emotional/behavioral challenges
• racial and cultural prejudices
  

This resource will help you move forward with firm emotional and spiritual footing.

Please note that A Child's Hope International is available for Sunday morning church services (special messages) as well as evening presentations that will assist those who want answers to questions on adoption. Click on Contact Us for more information. We will bring various recommended books and literature that have assisted many others.