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Adopting in the Empty Nest Years

Terrie Morrow, who has two children in their thirties, tells the story of how she and her husband, Cal, have adopted a young girl named Abigail out of the foster care system.

Students Bear Silent Witness to Life

On the third Tuesday in October, pro-life students observe a vow of silence to stand with the millions of children who’ve fallen victim to abortion.

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Helping Others Deal With the Pain of Pregnancy Loss

Moms who miscarry, or carry a baby with a fatal diagnosis to term, speak of how the grief and trauma can be compounded by the reactions of other people.

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Pregnancy and Infant Loss

Every year, millions of expectant parents the world over face either miscarriage or a fatal prenatal diagnosis that results in the death of their child.

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Race and the Image of God

It’s not hard to see how race-based discrimination is a direct assault on the sanctity and dignity of human life.

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Talking to Your Kids About Mental Illness

There are several reasons why your children will benefit from a discussion about the sensitive issue of mental illness.

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Talking to Your Kids About Mental Illness: Developing Empathy

Every parent wants to help their children develop empathy for those around them. This is especially vital when it comes to the issue of mental illness.

Talking To Your Kids About Mental Illness: When Mental Illness Hits Home

What happens when the person grappling with mental illness is someone within the walls of your own home? And what are some of the signs?

Suicide: Every Life is Sacred

As believers who embrace the view that every human life is sacred and created in God’s image, we should care deeply about the issue of suicide.

Adoption in the Empty-Nest Years

Cal and Terrie Morrow thought they were done raising children — until they met Abbey.

Disabilities and Your Child’s Heart

A child with special needs can have a tremendous capacity for trusting God

Fetal Alcohol: One Family’s Story

Their infant daughter had trouble eating and sleeping. Lights, smells and sounds were too intense. The Kulps knew something was wrong, but they had no diagnosis.

Facing the Reality of a Fetal Alcohol Diagnosis

Raising a child with a fetal alcohol spectrum disorder involves dealing with a range of emotions, embracing faith and cultivating a community of support.

Facts About Fetal Alcohol

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders occur when a woman drinks alcohol during pregnancy. But how much is too much?

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Loving Someone With Alzheimer’s (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Gary Chapman and Lisa Anderson discuss the challenges families face when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Our guests offer encouragement to caregivers and practical suggestions for showing love and support to someone with diminishing mental capabilities. (Part 2 of 2)

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Caregiving Isn’t for Sissies

Caregiving – whether for the elderly, ill or someone with special needs – is a largely thankless job. Don’t try to handle it alone.

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Caring for Aging Loved Ones is a Community Project

Whether you give time, resources or acts of service, give it knowing that you are breathing life into someone who may be barely hanging on.

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Four Ways to Care for Caregivers

Caregivers are like anyone else: We hate asking for help or encouragement. But we really need it.

Managing Unfairness in an Adoptive Family

When raising kids from different backgrounds, life can be unfair

Mully’s Mission: Rescuing Orphaned Children

How a millionaire’s past led him back to the streets of Kenya.