When God Changes a Heart
Eight years after adopting their first son, the Mackey family said “yes” to a little boy with a congenital heart defect. Through fear, trust, and groundbreaking surgery, they watched Amos’s life — and their own hearts — be transformed. This story is a powerful reminder that every child is worth saying yes to, and that healing can come in the most extraordinary ways.
Love Was Waiting: The Palmeri Family’s Story
After months of prayer and waiting, the Palmeri family finally met their daughter, Abijah Jasmine, in a quiet orphanage office in Bihar, India. It was a moment that would change their lives forever. Their story is a powerful reminder that even the hardest steps of adoption can lead to the beautiful gift of belonging.
Families Building Their Own Futures in Ethiopia
Last year, six families in Ethiopia launched businesses, became fully self-sufficient, and graduated from our Family Empowerment Program. Meet Frita and Blaine and discover how hope, opportunity, and partnership are helping families build lasting futures.
Your Voices Were Heard: Intercountry Adoption Remains a Priority
We’re grateful to share encouraging news: the U.S. Department of State has reaffirmed that intercountry adoption remains a priority, with adoption visas eligible for National Interest Exceptions and prioritized processing. This is a meaningful victory for children and families.
This blog post shares our full update on what this means for adoptive families and the next steps.
Adopted Children Must Be Allowed to Come Home
The U.S. government has suspended immigrant visa processing in 75 countries, with no exemption for international adoptions. As a result, children who have already been legally adopted are unable to come home to their families.
This is an impossible situation for children and parents alike, and it demands action now.
Learning to Say Yes
Ten years ago, a simple Facebook message changed everything for Melinda Sallé. What began as a hesitant yes to a mission trip became a journey of faith, fear, and obedience — one that carried her across the world, into an orphanage in China, and ultimately into the life of a little boy who would become her son. This is a story of nearly impossible odds, quiet prayers, and a God who hears.
Twins, Timing, and Trust
From a dream to a life-changing call, the Culpeppers’ adoption journey was full of surprises. Moving across the world and navigating challenges, they learned to trust God’s timing. Discover how their faith brought twin girls from Ethiopia into their family.
“Do What It Says”
“Do what it says.” Those words from James 1 transformed the Nicosons’ hearts and rewrote their family’s story. What started as a comfortable life with three daughters became an incredible journey of faith that led them to India — and to their son, Silas.
Adopting Siblings
When Julie Griggs and her husband said yes to adoption, they never imagined going from zero to three overnight. In this heartfelt interview, Julie shares the joys, challenges, and incredible blessings of bringing a sibling group home from India — and why keeping siblings together can make all the difference.
Say “Yes” Afraid
Cameron and Brooke Amigo were told their son might only live a few short years, but they said yes to adoption anyway. Discover how faith, unexpected connections, and extraordinary medical care transformed Sammy’s story from uncertainty to a future filled with hope.
A Heartwarming Adoption Story
Discover how one family stepped forward in faith to adopt a little girl with a heart condition and how God faithfully guided every step of their journey. The Horner family’s story is a beautiful reminder that saying “yes” to adoption can lead to a life filled with healing, joy, and unexpected blessings.