Question from a reader:
I’m very discouraged as we have been trying to adopt for quite some time and keep facing major setbacks, especially related to finances. Do you have any words of encouragement?
Randy does list Snowflake Frozen Embryo adoption in the resources section of his book ProLife Answers to ProChoice Arguments. The Snowflake site has some wonderful stories about couples who have adopted and carried these children to term. When it comes to adoption, Randy believes it is honoring to God and consistent with the prolife message. (Read an interview with Randy about adoption for more on this subject.)
However, the greater issue with the embryos is the fact that so many are created for IVF, not used, and then frozen. In an article on our site about the moral implications of ...
For those interested in pursuing adoption of Haitian orphans, we want to share a few important thoughts regarding this desire. The process by which orphans will be adopted from Haiti post-earthquake is still unclear as much of the infrastructure has been wiped out. Regarding a desire to adopt a Haitian orphan—first of all, the reality of this crisis does not change the fact that the most important consideration in any adoption is obedience to God. If God is calling you to adopt from Haiti (or anywhere else for that matter) then you should pursue it. However, we must caution others to not mistake the emotional response to the devastation we see with the clear direction of God’s Spirit in our lives.
Randy Alcorn answers the question, "Does being prolife mean we choose caring for babies over caring for women?" (On Midday Connection with Melinda Schmidt.)
Randy Alcorn answers the question,"Why is adoption a threat to pro-choice advocates?"
Prolife Resources including abortion alternatives, adoption, postabortion support, prolife action and strategies, etc.
I think adoption is hugely connected with the pro-life movement. Being known as pro-lifers, we want to be completely consistent with our message. If we’re saying that these so-called “unwanted children” should be brought into the world, then of course we should be thinking of what we can do to care for those who need to be placed somewhere because their parents can’t care for them.
Here is some information about two of the many prolife organizations that reach out to unborn children and their mothers, and some ways you can respond.
Care Net reaches out in the United States.
Life International works globally to stop abortion.
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These resources assist Christian couples who want to adopt or become foster parents.
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