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Is Adoption Getting Harder?

June 19, 2019 //  by Sam McLure

Is Adoption Getting Harder? Jacques and Emily Rancourts have 7 children, 5 of which are adopted. Four of their adopted children are from China and two of which have severe health issues. Lily who is now a 9-year-old girl had a heart transplant …

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Charlize Theron Credits Exposure to Orphanages in South Africa for Her Passion for Adoption

May 5, 2018 //  by Sam McLure

Dear Adoption and Orphan Advocate, Do you want to raise children with a passion to carry out James 1:27's call to visit the orphan in their affliction?  Take a tip from actress and producer, Charlize Theron. According to People Magazine, …

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How Long Should It Take to Adopt a Child?

March 15, 2018 //  by Sam McLure

How long should it take to adopt a child? Let’s take a look at how long the adoption process takes from start to finish.  The length of the adoption process really varies depending on factors such as whether someone is pursuing domestic or …

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Adoptions Decline, Need for Foster Homes Rising

June 23, 2017 //  by Sam McLure

It's no surprise that the number of adoptions in America have been declining. Meanwhile, the number of children needing foster homes has increased. What factors play into this? The article below presents an interesting read to those wanting to know …

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Powdered Wigs, Amal Clooney, and Joseph Kony

June 13, 2017 //  by Sam McLure

  The first three things that pop into my head when I hear “The Hague” are (1) Powdered Wigs, (2) Amal Clooney, and (3) Joseph Kony. In an effort to decrease the number of people like me with a minimal understanding of what the Hague actually …

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The Real Beauty Behind Thomas Rhett’s Adoption

May 15, 2017 //  by Sam McLure

The Real Beauty Behind Thomas Rhett’s Adoption Country singer Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren recently experienced the day that every adoptive parent dreams of. Their baby girl was finally home. “Willa Gray” Akins has already received more …

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Why Do Some African Countries Discourage Adoption?

January 11, 2017 //  by Sam McLure

A recent article from CNN exposed the perspective of many political leaders that African adoption should be discouraged 'at all costs' ...  U.N. Special Rapporteur, Najat M'jid Maalla, asserts that, "Due to the illegal nature of these acts, it has …

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FAQ: Can I change my internationally adopted child’s name on his or her certificate of citizenship?

April 23, 2015 //  by Sam McLure

When an internationally adopted child comes into the US, they either come in on: 1) the green card track (i.e. Uganda); or 2) the certificate of citizenship track (i.e. China, Hungary). For track 2, the child has proof of citizenship but still needs …

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Know More Orphans Intensive

February 2, 2015 //  by Sam McLure

The Know More Orphans Intensive will be held later this month, on Saturday February 28th, at the Grace Life Baptist Church in Bessemer, Alabama. Topics covered will include: - Pre-Adoption: Beginning the Adoption Journey - Special Needs …

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