For Steve and Karen Kowalke, Children’s Home isn’t just a part of their story—it is their story. “We have four children, all adopted from South Korea through Children’s Home,” Karen
Meet Eddie: A Funny, Witty and Kind Youth Looking for A Sense of Belonging.
Meet Eddie, an engaging, wise and funny 15-year-old. As a ninth grader, Eddie’s favorite school classes are math and art. He loves telling funny stories and bringing a smile to
Celebrating Pride Month: Why Reading is Essential for Children
As we celebrate Pride Month, we are reminded acceptance and allyship are values that should be fostered from an early age. One powerful way to introduce children to communities of
Understanding Adoption Scams and How to Protect Against Them
A few years ago, my husband and I put in a small patio under our kitchen window. I was excited to sit out there in the morning drinking coffee and have
Korean Adoption | Media & Resources
CH/LSS has been closely following the ongoing media coverage and investigations surrounding Korean Adoption practices in the 1970s and 1980s. Individuals may feel alarmed and distressed by the articles and
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota announces full merger with Children’s Home Society of Minnesota
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS) today announced its full merger with Children’s Home Society of Minnesota (Children’s Home). The merger, which continues a longstanding partnership between two historic
Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Chantel Mitchell
In our Staff Spotlight Series, we catch up with the talented, dedicated, and compassionate individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we’re featuring Chantel Mitchell, Adoption Worker and
Meet Angel: A Sweet and Gentle Boy Looking for a Forever Family
Angel is a sweet, goofy, and gentle boy who loves his brothers and enjoys going to school. “The staff at school love him and he gets along well with his
Certificate of Citizenship Information
We’ve been experiencing an increase in requests related to adoptee citizenship, which has prompted us to reshare this information about the importance of, and process for, obtaining proof of citizenship.
Meet Kieony: A Clever, Funny, and Caring Teen
Meet Kieony, a clever, funny, and caring teen who loves jokes, games, and building Legos. “Kieony is a gifted student and excels at math and science,” says Hayley, his Child
