Well we haven’t written anything in a while…..because we’ve been filling so many t-shirt orders! Thanks to everyone who has helped out so far. We really appreciate it. We still have shirts of all sizes ($15 in Mo/$18 outside states), so feel free to email Bryce at brycew613@gmail.com if you are interested.Well, things are progressing and moving slowly all at the same time. We have completed our part of the home study and several other documents, and now we are waiting on that part of the process to be completed.
In the meantime, we are getting as much education as possible! We will be starting the education courses offered by our placing agency soon, and attending the Crossroads of America Adoption Conference in late September.
Last weekend, we got to spend some time with our great friends in Texas (the Smith’s) and attend the Lake Pointe Church Adoption Conference with them. We had a great time and were impacted by some challenging breakout sessions.
Our biggest takeaway was probably from Dr. Karen Purvis of TCU. She delivered the keynote speech, and her passion and knowledge overflowed during her time. We also attended her afternoon session, so we were able to hear her speak for about two hours overall.
It was a time of reflection too, because it was a year ago at the Lake Point conference that we really started pressing into what it would take to start the process. It was interesting to think about all that we have learned in the past year, and how much has changed.
So it’s looking to be a very active fall on many fronts. As we consider our own adoption process, Nov. 6 will mark a day of focus across the globe. “Orphan Sunday” is an initiative that began several years ago and has grown and spread across the globe. It’s a time for awareness, teaching and most importantly, committing to action! Thanks again for your support!
