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Is your child turning four on or before September 1, 2025? Thornwell’s Child Development Center's 4K program is now accepting applications! ?? No tuition for qualifying families ?? Located at 102 MacDonald Drive, Clinton, SC ?? A strong foundation for your child’s learning journey To ensure a smooth enrollment process, please have the following documents: ? Your child’s birth certificate ? Your driver’s license ? Your child’s Medicaid card ? Immunization forms (if available) Give your little one the best start with high-quality early education! Spots are limited, so apply today! For more information, call 864-938-2160 or visit Thornwell’s Child Development Center. #4K #EarlyLearning #NowEnrolling #Thornwell

When we place hope in the Lord, He gives us the strength to keep going—even when the road feels long. May this promise from Isaiah 40:31 encourage you today to walk in faith, knowing that God renews our strength. Keep soaring! #Faith #Hope #Strength #Thornwell

Joseph Murrey, Senior Advancement Officer at Thornwell, recently shared a beautiful reflection on the significance of LushAcres Farm, connecting it to the heart of Thornwell's mission. He wrote: "Many of you know that Thornwell has a farm called LushAcres. This piece of land has been one of the great blessings for our ministry over the last 150 years. We have worked hard to cultivate the hearts of children just as we have worked hard to cultivate the land and animals God has given us. Today, LushAcres continues to provide a beautiful picture of how God honors faithful stewardship of all that he has given us. Recently, we had several new baby goats join our ministry. These "kids" are precious but what is most amazing is watching them grow and flourish in a home that has all the things they need to THRIVE. They have food, water, security, and LushAcres is full of sunshine and room to grow. But, most importantly, they are constantly "learning the ropes" through playful engagement with their papa and mama goats. It is fascinating to watch them butt heads with their dads, lean into their mamas milk, and experience community in healthy ways. They are on their way to transforming from a "kid" to a full-grown adult. I hope you see the picture I am painting! How God has intended for the innocent to grow and thrive through nature and nurture. Yet, the children in foster care we are blessed to serve may have never experienced this GOD-given blessing. Your partnership with us through prayer, volunteerism, and financial support is helping our kids "learn the ropes!" But more importantly, we are helping to build healthy connections for them. These are connections of permanency rooted in Christ-centered nurturing where life feels less like a barren wasteland and more like the abundant, gently rolling fields at LushAcres Farm." Joseph's words powerfully highlight the growth, care, and nurturing that is at the heart of both the farm and the work we do to support children in foster care, creating an environment where they, too, can thrive and experience community.

This past Saturday, we had the incredible opportunity to gather for Everyone Can Do Something: A Night of Celebration with Jason Johnson. It was an evening filled with inspiration, connection, and a shared heart for vulnerable children and families. Foster and adoptive parents, ministry leaders, and those exploring their role in caring for children in need came together for worship, fellowship, and a powerful message from Jason Johnson. As a speaker, writer, and advocate, Jason shared wisdom and encouragement drawn from his journey in foster care and adoption, reminding us that everyone has a part to play in making a difference. The night concluded with coffee, dessert, and meaningful conversations as attendees reflected on how they can step into this vital work. To all who joined us—thank you! Your presence and passion make a lasting impact. If you are wondering how to get involved, we invite you to learn more about fostering, adopting, or supporting families in your community. Together, we can do something! ?? Click here to learn more about Thornwell's Foster Care Program: https://ow.ly/Apvh50VeQa3 #FosterCare #Adoption #EveryoneCanDoSomething #Thornwell

This week, our Strengthening Families program launched another full class, and we couldn’t be more excited about what lies ahead! As we embark on this 14-week journey, we are already witnessing the impact of our work with parents, guardians, and children. This week’s session focused on mindfulness, helping families build awareness, improve focus, and enhance connections. We look forward to the growth and transformation that will unfold in the upcoming weeks. Together, we are strengthening bonds and fostering a brighter future for every family involved. #StrengtheningFamilies #FamilyFirst #Mindfulness #ParentingSupport #BuildingConnections #FosteringGrowth #BrighterFutures #FamilyWellness

Today, we kick off the next cycle of Thornwell’s Strengthening Families Program, where parents and children grow, learn, and build stronger bonds together. Through educational programs and therapy services, we empower families with the skills they need to thrive. . . . . . . . . . . Speaking of learning—have you signed your child up for 4K yet? Early education lays the foundation for a bright future, and Thornwell Child Development Center is here to support families every step of the way! ?? Every lesson learned and every moment of growth is a step toward a stronger tomorrow. #Thornwell #StrengtheningFamilies #EducationMatters #4KReady #LifelongLearning

Emma is just 15, but she’s already survived more than most will in a lifetime. Trauma stole her childhood. But YOU can help rewrite her story. ?? In art therapy, Emma splashed her canvas with color—a spark of hope breaking through the darkness. With support, she can finally heal. ?? To read Emma's story and find out how you can be the miracle she needs, visit: https://ow.ly/snYw50V9q8X #BeTheMiracle #Thornwell

Foster care is hard and holy work—but no one has to do it alone. If you've ever considered fostering, know this: there’s a seat at the table for you. You don’t have to do it alone. ?? #FosterCare #StrongerTogether #Thornwell . . . . . . . . . . "I don’t know what I would have done without this group of ladies. We started meeting 5 years ago via zoom and sharing our foster journey together. These ladies represent 294 children that have been cared for during our foster parent journeys across SC. I know you have heard horror stories about kids in foster care, but these ladies represent the absolute best in my opinion." - Melissa Kelly, Foster Parent . . . . . . . . . . "This ?? represents some of the fiercest, strongest, wildest advocates for children. Foster mamas inextricably tied together for life by a random covid zoom call that inspired almost 5 years of friendship and counting. At this table sat the caregivers of 2??9??4?? children - not counting the many of friends who were missing. Some of these children have been adopted and celebrated. Some were reunified with family and championed. Some are now independent and loved from afar. All are worthy of the care and the love and safety and homes they had. None are lucky to have us. We know that. It's not about us! The children are the heroes, they are the main character of the story. We are just so lucky to get to be written in to a few chapters. Foster care is scary. There is so much uncertainty and lack of control. There are myths and misconceptions about what it will be like to be a foster parent and this table of women will laugh until we cry telling stories about hard days. Foster care is hard and holy work. But the beauty is that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. I promise that you can do this! You can pull up a seat at the table. We will welcome you in. In fact, we're saving you a seat and begging you to join us. Find yourself a community of friends who will walk with you and alongside you and sometimes ahead of you. Seek out diverse voices and opinions and experiences. These women in this picture love each other but we don't always agree. And that's GOOD. We share books and movies and podcasts and secret santa gifts and restaurant recommendations. We share resources and contact information. Because no one knows what they don't know. That's okay. These women are champions of children and families, but also we are champions of each other. ??" - Kaley Lindquist, Foster Parent and Thornwell Recruitment Specialist

When Zoey arrived at Thornwell, she carried more than just a backpack; she carried the weight of years of struggle. ?? She had fallen behind in reading and math, and no matter how hard she tried, she felt like she would never catch up. School left Zoey feeling defeated. Zoey’s teachers recognized that she needed extra support to rebuild her confidence and get back on track. With recommended tutoring at Thornwell’s Learning Center, everything changed. For the first time, she encountered educators who truly saw her—not just her test scores. They encouraged her, believed in her, and reminded her that her past did not determine her future. Day by day, Zoey dedicated herself to her studies. One year later, she caught up in math and advanced several grade levels in reading! Because of YOU, Thornwell’s Learning Center restores confidence to children who once felt hopeless and equips them with the tools to thrive in the classroom. To learn more and change futures, visit: https://ow.ly/8Lsq50Li0be #Thornwell #HopeAndHealing #EducationChangesLives

Every child and family deserves the chance to grow, thrive, and flourish. With love, faith, and resilience, we are planting seeds of hope that will last for generations. ???? #ThornwellInspiration #GrowingTogether #FaithInAction