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“Do not be afraid. Stand firm … The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” — Exodus 14:13-14, NIV On the blog this week, our Executive Director, Kristin Parks, explores the above truth taken from the story of Moses and the Israelites, on which we have been meditating this year at Show Hope. Kristin also reflects on the importance of grasping this as we go about our work and lives. We invite you to read Kristin’s letter at bit.ly/3AU1oj8!

Take a look at Show Hope by the numbers! ?? We love looking back at the impact of this work and mission in which you have so faithfully locked arms with us and which God has so generously continued to flourish. These numbers reflect more than 20 years of God at work through us in the areas of Adoption Aid and Medical Care grants, Pre+Post Adoption Support, and Student Initiatives. And we look forward—with hope-filled expectation—to what he will do in the next 20 years! To learn more about each area of our work, visit showhope.org!

Hey, Show Hope Book Club! ??? It’s National Adoption Month, and we’re back with two new selections. This month, we invite you to gather your whole family to read and discuss the children’s books “Stellaluna” by Jannel Cannon and “A Mother for Choco” by Keiko Kasza! Then head over to our latest blog post for some helpful questions for kids! ?? bit.ly/3O5TrdR #showhopebookclub #amotherforchoco #stellaluna #childrensbooks #adoption #hopeforthejourney #showhope

We’re honored to share, Show Hope’s Hope for the Journey has impacted more than 155,000 parents, caregivers, church leaders, and professionals with much-needed, paradigm-shifting insight, education, and training, equipping them to care well for children and teens entrusted to them. And we’re committed to furthering that reach to individuals and communities across the globe! “I love this [resource]! Every year, folks are in tears at understanding what’s going on inside their children. I also have folks who participate every year, and they always walk away with something new. I love that it has the gospel woven in—one of a very few trauma-informed [resources] that is presented through a biblical lens. I believe Trust-Based Relational Intervention? (TBRI?) is one of the closest care models that best represents God’s heart.” — Hope for the Journey Participant Interested in joining us? We invite you to explore how this resource could serve your family, the families you serve, your church ministry leaders, and others in your community, by visiting hopeforthejourney.com or sending us a DM with any questions you may have!

Swipe to see a few examples of expenses that Show Hope’s Medical Care grants have helped to cover! ?? To date, Show Hope Medical Care grants have been part of serving more than 150 children and families, totaling more than $1 million! Medical Care grants can be applied to varying procedures, treatments, equipment, and rehabilitative therapies, whether the need is pre-existing or one that has recently developed. To learn more about Medical Care, we invite you to visit the link in our bio, or showhope.org/medicalcare! #medicalcaregrants #medicalcare #adoptiongrants #adoptionsupport #adoptionresources #adoptionhelp #adoptionfunding #adoptionjourney #adoption #showhope

In 2000, the Chapmans' lives were forever impacted by adoption, when their daughter Shaohannah Hope was placed in their arms for the first time. In this video from Hope for the Journey, Show Hope Founders Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman reflect on how the miracle of adoption transformed their family and their faith. #nationaladoptionmonth #adoption #showhope

On the blog this week, we hear from our Founders Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman on the invitation God has for us here at Show Hope and for you who are an integral part of this work! You can read the blog post at bit.ly/4hF55Kg!

We know students are the next generation of orphan care leaders, adoptive parents, and activists. In this video, Show Hope's Coordinator of Programs Bethany DaSilva shares how students can make a difference in the lives of children who are vulnerable through Pause Campaign! Learn more at showhope.org/pause.

While some choose to pursue adoption through an attorney or consultant, most prospective adoptive parents work directly through a licensed placing agency. Finding an agency you feel comfortable with and trust is an important aspect of the adoption journey. It may take some time, but it is well worth your effort. On the blog this week, Show Hope's Senior Manager of Programs, Kate Johnson, explores questions to consider when choosing an agency. Check it out at bit.ly/3YAjyzt!

There’s more! In addition to new access windows of 3- and 12-months, the newly reimagined Hope for the Journey is now available with ??new viewing options??! Purchase as … ?? An individual or family and go at your own pace. ? A church/organization and view as a group. ?? A church/organization and grant access to individuals. For more details about each viewing option and to learn what else is new with Hope for the Journey, we invite you to visit hopeforthejourney.com, or send us a DM with any questions you may have!