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Home / Blog / News

Adoptee Spotlight: Meet Catherine

August 21, 2023 by kristina berg

In our Adoptee Spotlight Series, we highlight the unique stories and journeys of adopted adults. This month we are featuring Catherine Lindemann, author of the soon-to-be-published children’s book Family Is

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Filed Under: News

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Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Elizabeth Bohlken

August 2, 2023 by kristina berg

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 Elizabeth Bohlken, Education

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Filed Under: News, Staff Spotlight Series

Expanding Our Capacity to Love

Expanding Our Capacity to Love

July 11, 2023 by Staff Contributor

After seven years of marriage, Gretchen and Jill Rode were ready to add a child to their lives. The two Lutheran pastors in St. Paul, Minnesota applied to the infant

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Filed Under: Adoptive Family Stories, Foster Care Adoption, News, Parenting, Today's Child and Family

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Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Wendy Kleiser

July 5, 2023 by kristina berg

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 Wendy Kleiser, Domestic

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Meet Colby: A Kind and Witty Teen

May 31, 2023 by kristina berg

Colby is a funny, kind, and thoughtful 15-year-old who loves being social and connecting with others. “He is a good storyteller and is very witty!” says Sara Jeske, his Child

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Filed Under: Foster Care Adoption, News, Waiting Children

Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Sam Rex

May 2, 2023 by kristina berg

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 Sam Rex, Foster

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Foster Care FAQs

March 28, 2023 by kristina berg

Are you an adult living in Minnesota with a desire to support children and families in your community? Becoming a Foster Parent might be the perfect fit for you. Great

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Filed Under: Foster Care, News

Staff Spotlight: Get To Know Katie Sir

March 1, 2023 by kristina berg

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 Katie Sir, Education

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Filed Under: News, Staff Spotlight Series

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Meet Eddie: An Adventurous, Easy-Going Seventh Grader

February 1, 2023 by kristina berg

Meet Eddie, an adventurous, easy-going, and thoughtful 13-year-old. As a seventh grader, Eddie’s favorite school activity is gym class, especially swimming. He looks forward to swimming every week and being

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Filed Under: News, Waiting Children

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Staff Spotlight: Get To Know Amber Mace

January 4, 2023 by kristina berg

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 Amber Mace, Foster

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Filed Under: News, Staff Spotlight Series

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