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What Happens When We Support Children Together
Jim and Elizabeth always knew they would adopt. They just didn't know when or how. Together as a newly married couple from Somerset County, New Jersey, they had both worked in organizations through legal and charity work that opened their eyes to children in need all over the…
You Helped Him Dream: Paul’s Story
"Before coming to Lifesong in 2016, I lived in an orphanage." For Paul, life in the orphanage wasn't easy. He lived apart from his family. His classmates were constantly fighting. His peers were abusing alcohol. "I wasn't serious with my Christian life," he explains. "I used to pretend…
Bigger Than Us: Dan and Allison’s Story
Dan and Allison thought their family was complete. They had three great biological kids. Everyone was healthy and happy. What more could they want? Then one day while she was at home, God abruptly stopped Allison in her tracks and prompted her to consider adoption. She was on board,…
See the Impact You Are Making This Year!
You are making an impact on children and families around the world. God truly delights to bring beauty from ashes. We know from our own story—in which God ultimately used a failing food business to start the ministry of Lifesong—and we believe we're seeing His ability to make…
This Little Guy was Worth the Wait | An Adoption Story
Is the wait worth it? Especially while we wait for something as important as children—whether adopted or biological—it's natural to wonder about God's timing. Canceled plans, lost dreams, and extended waits ... all deeply disappointing. If we're honest, sometimes it feels like God doesn't know or care about our…
Life Touching Life: Bupe’s Story
Despite her bright smile, Bupe has known more than her share of heartache. At just 10 years old, Bupe's dad died, leaving her mom to care for four kids in Zambia. As a result, Bupe and her family had a hard time putting food on the table. And…
What Is the Next Right Thing?
"Just do the next right thing." It's the rallying cry of those who support foster or adoption work and ministry. In fact, here at Lifesong, it's a big part of our mission. We believe God calls every Christ-follower to care for orphans and those who cannot care for…
The Day that Changed 3 Generations
Four years ago, Misha and Vika's life changed forever. On a cold, rainy Sunday, Vika was walking down the road with her little girl when Lifesong teammates Alexander and Tatiana stopped to give her a lift on their way to church. This simple act of kindness was a…
Reaching Migrant Families with the Gospel
Two years ago, Michelle's life changed completely. She and her family left everything they knew and loved when they moved from Cambodia to Thailand. A poor harvest on their family farm had created crippling debt, leaving them no choice but to find work across the border. Michelle's family…
Meet the Winslows: An Adoption Story
Two months ago, the Winslow family brought home two children. Like so many adoption stories, theirs was not easy or quick, but it was filled with affirmations that God was with them—and with their children—every step of the way. The Winslows received a Lifesong matching grant, made possible…