Books on Christian Adoption Problems

"Adopted for Life"

• Before adopting, you should know what is expected from the country where the newest member of your family is coming from. Political situations beyond anyone̵7;s control can make adoption difficult. Research your country of choice and make sure you meet its criteria and the U.S. Immigration Department's criteria for adoption. "Adopted For Life," by Russell D. Moore, dean of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, tells of his family̵7;s adoption of two Russian boys and the issues, and joys, they faced. Moore believes that adoption is a mandate from the gospel.

"A Guide to Adoption and Orphan Care"

• The Christian adoption movement is quickly gaining speed. Evangelical parents are seeking to follow their faith and adopt children who are in need of a warm and loving family. Some issues have arisen, however. With this new ̶0;adoption culture,̶1; as termed by the Huffington Post, comes a drop in children available for adoption, both internationally and domestically. The line-up of perspective parents is already high, a Huffington Post article claims. Add to that the increased requests from the evangelical community and more birth mothers opting to keep their babies, and the end result is not enough healthy children to go around. Many parents looking to adopt are faced with the decision to adopt older children or kids with special needs. The book, ̶0;A Guide to Adoption and Orphan Care," edited by Russell D. Moore, walks prospective Christian families through the adoption process. It lays out the church̵7;s case for adoption and offers ways that families can thoughtfully apply them.

"Whole Life Adoption Book"

• Adopting a child, especially if you have a family, poses many questions. It is a process that starts with the decision to adopt and for parents, never really ends. You are bringing a stranger into your home to love and raise as your own. The ̶0;Whole Life Adoption Book̶1; acknowledges the challenges and questions that face parents and families as they embark on this adventure, from the first decision to parenting strategies once your newest family member arrives. This book by Thomas Atwood is recognized by the National Council For Adoption.

"Wait No More"

• ̶0;Wait No More,̶1; by husband and wife team John and Kelly Rosati, acknowledges that the pro-life/pro-choice debate encompasses much of the political scene and day-to-day discussions. It also asks, as a Christian, what can I do? As a parent, how can I face this challenge and make a difference? The book tells the Rosatis' story of adopting their four children from the U.S. foster system and the problems they faced with ̶0;child abuse, neglect and abandonment.̶1;