Adopted Sons and Daughters
Monday, July 18, 2005
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It was neat to hear the responses I got after our discussion last night about our upcoming adoption ministry. I was a little surprised at how little discussion I got during my talk, but then afterwards I discovered that many just have trouble speaking up in a big group. I needed reminding of that and I totally understand. It was great to hear of new people commiting to it and I heard that it was challenging to some who used to adopt but do so no longer.
I just want our adoption ministry to be a hospitable invitation into the kingdom of God. I'm so thankful for those who have helped and I pray God is growing the seed that was planted last night so that this year's servants will be ready to bless college students. Graduate students and maybe even older undergrads should consider adopting this year. Will you?
I just want our adoption ministry to be a hospitable invitation into the kingdom of God. I'm so thankful for those who have helped and I pray God is growing the seed that was planted last night so that this year's servants will be ready to bless college students. Graduate students and maybe even older undergrads should consider adopting this year. Will you?
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I am thankful for my adopted parent, Dr. Gates. I couldn't be happier with that arrangement.
A program where older students adopt younger students sounds more like "assigned friendships" and less "assigned family." Has this been tried at other schools?
You mentioned that you would like for a family to do something with their adopted student for once a week. If once a week is too much, then once a month would suit me fine. At UTM, the program is really weak, and I was glad to get something once a semester. Knowing an adult figure in the church is enough sometimes.
Okies. Time to stop. Just a few thoughts.
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