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From a Confused Foster Parent
Tug of war is an interesting game—2 players jostling back and forth desperate to pull the middle flag over the threshold which declares them the victor. It’s a game of vying for control. Giving up is...
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Finding Collateral Beauty in Brokenness
I am so excited to share this episode with you today! Britanie Ramirez and her family have said “yes” to opening their home 26 times. Like all of us, Britanie started out with some preconceived ideas...
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Living a Life of Service: Lessons Learned From Jesus
In John 13:15, Jesus sets an example for us to follow. After washing His disciples’ feet — an act of love, humility, and service — He encourages us to follow His lead and serve one another. He says,...
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The Immeasurable Value of a Consistent Adult in a Child’s Life
It’s not uncommon for us to talk about the unique balance of brokenness and beauty in foster care. In this episode, I am joined by someone who has experienced the good, the bad, the beautiful, and the...
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Celebrating New Advocate Ministries in MO, MD, IL, and GA!
Did you know that the main thing we do here at The Forgotten Initiative is equip people just like you to launch and lead thriving local foster care ministries? Our favorite thing as a team is seeing...
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Know Your Role
This idea has the potential to change your life! What is your role vs. God’s role vs. the role of others? Should we be trying to do it all ourselves, or should we stay in our lane? Learn why knowing...
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Prayerful Decisions: Saying Yes and No
In the world of foster care, there can be a lot of pressure. The pressure to always step up to the plate. To make a significant difference. To say “yes.” But what if you say “no” to a placement? What...
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2 Truths About Finding Your Role in the Foster Care Community
by Jami Kaeb Day after day, the Lord reminds me of His presence and how much He cares for me, my family, for you…for all of us! And because of His love, He has been teaching and stretching me. Can you...
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Foster Care, Infertility, and God’s Faithfulness
From the age of 15, Javian Shipley felt the desire to foster. It’s a calling she has passionately carried with her into her marriage and is living out today. But her journey has not been easy. In...
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Moving at the Speed of God
I have been known from time to time (okay, most of the time) to be impatient. When I get stuck behind a slow car in the left lane, I white knuckle grip the steering wheel. I always call ahead to avoid...
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When God Directs Your Passion
Friends, I have such a fun episode to share with you today! Isn’t it crazy how God can redirect our passions to make a difference in ways we never dreamed possible? This is Leah Johnson’s story. Leah...
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5 Traits of an Effective Foster Care Advocate
by Jami Kaeb Awareness led me to action. I’ll never forget the day my eyes were opened to the world of foster care and the needs that existed throughout the entire foster care community. Since then,...
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The Road Back to Reunification
Today I have a special conversation that I’m excited to share with you. Most often, we view the world of foster care through the lens of foster parents, former foster youth, or those that support...
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Be Still
“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! ” – Isaiah 26:3 As ministry leaders who are busy with things outside of your role as an advocate, adding one...
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6 Stories of People Making a Difference That You Need to Hear
Here at The Forgotten Initiative, I have the opportunity to serve as the Coaching Director. That means that each day I get to support, encourage, and invest in our Advocates across the country. Let me...
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Scarred Hands: How Ministry Through Foster Care Changes Us
You Can Make a Difference. Become a TFI Advocate.Personalized Coaching. Professional Resources. Intentional Community. Everything you need to launch and lead a thriving ministry.LEARN MORE...
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Stepping Forward Scared: Trusting God During Seasons of Change
This year was a year of change for my wife and I as we welcomed our first biological child into the world in April. Approaching the day our son was born, we both experienced a strong mixture of...
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Meet Tod and Gretchen
Meet our newest TFI Advocates! Tod and Gretchen Sawyer were drawn to foster care more than ten years ago. They opened their home as a foster family, and over the span of 10 years, they cared for ten...
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Meet Tess
Tess Dykstra exudes love for Jesus and people. Those closest to her know her for her honesty, hospitality, grace, and forgiveness. She is the real deal—someone who is continually seeking ways to learn...
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Meet Emily
Emily Smithhart is passionate about connecting churches and agencies in this work of foster care ministry. Emily was first introduced to foster care as a teen when she would babysit for a family that...
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