JJ is a goofy, kind, and loving six-year-old who enjoys reading, watching funny videos on his tablet, going to the park, dancing, and being around people who love him. An
Adoption Record Engagement Sessions
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is looking for feedback from members of the community with personal experience in Minnesota’s adoption system. Considering the upcoming changes around access to
The Family We Are
Lindsay and Ryan began their adoption journey as many people do, envisioning an infant who would transform them from a couple into a growing family. But within months of starting
From LA to Ethiopia: Reconnecting With Birth Family
Imagine being an 18-year-old American girl — Ethiopian-born and adopted at the age of two — and traveling to Africa with your parents to meet your biological parents. Tsehay Driscoll
Helping Others, One Quarter at a Time
The spirit of generosity, compassion, and fun was on full display at Word of Peace Church in Rogers, Minnesota this past summer. Each year, youth attending the church’s vacation Bible
Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Anjaly Connors
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 Anjaly Connors, who
Adoptee Spotlight: Meet Catherine
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
Staff Spotlight: Get to Know Elizabeth Bohlken
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
Paying It Forward
“There will never be a way we could pay back Children’s Home for what they did for our family. That’s why we try to pay it forward by contributing so
Expanding Our Capacity to Love
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
