Recently 5 of us from the ministry of Open Hearts, Open Homes attended Christian Alliance for Orphans Summit VI conference. It was two days of great encouragement and challenge on caring for the orphan. What a blessing to be with many brothers and sisters in Christ that share our passion for the orphan!
The last speaker of the conference was John Piper. The following is the video of his talk for your listening pleasure. If you are currently serving orphans in any capacity, or have a heart for serving orphans you will find this to be of great interest.
Watch the video at : http://www.desiringgod.org/conference-messages/what-does-it-mean-to-live-by-faith-in-the-service-of-the-fatherless?lang=en
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Foster Care Prayer Vigil
Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16
Open Hearts, Open Homes Orphan ministry it pleased to announce that Bethany Baptist Church will be a host site for a National Foster Care Prayer Vigil. These vigils will be held through out the country during the week of May 16th-23rd. Information regarding the vigils and ministry can be found at www.cryoftheorphan.org. On the right of their home page is a link for Prayer Vigil information.
Bethany's prayer vigil is scheduled for May 18th at 6:00 p.m. We will begin with a short devotion and spend time in prayer commited to the plight of the child in foster care, agency workers, foster parents and birth parents. A time of refreshments and fellowship will follow at 7:00 p.m. This event is open to the community and will be advertised locally.
Praying for children in foster care is a very tangible way that we as a church family can demonstrate our commitment to orphans. We hope to see you there. If childcare would be beneficial please contact Monica and arrangements will be made (you could leave a comment here).
Open Hearts, Open Homes Orphan ministry it pleased to announce that Bethany Baptist Church will be a host site for a National Foster Care Prayer Vigil. These vigils will be held through out the country during the week of May 16th-23rd. Information regarding the vigils and ministry can be found at www.cryoftheorphan.org. On the right of their home page is a link for Prayer Vigil information.
Bethany's prayer vigil is scheduled for May 18th at 6:00 p.m. We will begin with a short devotion and spend time in prayer commited to the plight of the child in foster care, agency workers, foster parents and birth parents. A time of refreshments and fellowship will follow at 7:00 p.m. This event is open to the community and will be advertised locally.
Praying for children in foster care is a very tangible way that we as a church family can demonstrate our commitment to orphans. We hope to see you there. If childcare would be beneficial please contact Monica and arrangements will be made (you could leave a comment here).
www.fostercareprayervigil.org
Hope for Orphans April 2010 eNewsletter link
I recently read the April 2010 Hope for Orphans enewsletter. Paul and Robin Pennington wrote a very interesting article about trends in adoption. I thought it might interest some of you.
Below is the link where you can read the article:
http://hopefororphans.org/display.asp?Page=April2010
Below is the link where you can read the article:
http://hopefororphans.org/display.asp?Page=April2010
Monday, April 19, 2010
Fundraiser Flyer Community
Please take note of this Adoption Fundrasier Garage Sale
for the Ausfahl and McClelland Families.
May 7 hours: 2-5pm
May 8 hours: 8-4pm
Congratulations!
Welcome Tyler!
Congratulations Matt and Leslie and big sisters Allison and Ashley!
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"The Lord is good to all; He has compassion on all He has made." Psalm 145:9
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Call for Focused Fellowship Tonight!
Open Hearts, Open Homes Moms!
We have had a request for some needed Focused Fellowship so...
Consider joining us tonight, April 6 at 6:30pm at the North Knoxville Ave. Panera's to give and receive encouragement to other moms on this crazy journey of fostering and/or adoption!
We'd love to see you all!
Sorry for the last minute decision, but sometimes we have to seize the day!
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