Foster Care and Adoption
‘Just like you’: East Texas teen tells story of adoption
If you ever wonder what it’s like to be an adopted kid, don’t wonder too hard. We aren’t much different than you. We have our extreme highs and...
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Adopted into God's family
“The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to...
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Friday photo: Permanency
"I think the biggest change for me (since being adopted) is that I can go to sleep at night and know that I’m waking up in the morning and I’m...
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Wanted: Parents willing to get too attached
One of the biggest obstacles couples face in the decision to become foster parents is the thought of having to say goodbye to a child they've fallen...
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BEAUMONT: Back to school bash at Buckner
On Thursday, Aug. 20, the folks at Buckner Children’s Village threw one last hoorah before school resumes.
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Overcoming hurdles: Foster youth uses past experiences to support the foster care community
Courtney Greer is determined. She’s responsible, mature and hardworking – characteristics not often found in a 19-year-old, but after spending...
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A heavenly gift
Carissa Wingate always had the desire for adoption. When she was in her late 20s, Carissa promised God that if she was still single at 35, she would...
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