I've Never Had an Adoption, but I'm a Believer in the Church

Am, i have three kids that are adopted. I've never had my womb used to house another human being. The church has been so untrustworthy in being able to hold women's pain in those faces," she says. "There is a grossness within the church that many of us experience"

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Dive into a heartfelt conversation as Pastor Bethany Nass Cseh shares her personal journey through adoption and infertility, challenging the church to rethink its approach to abortion and women's health in a post-Roe v Wade world. Discover how creating safe, supportive spaces within faith communities can transform lives and embody the true mission of Jesus.

Key Takeaways:

Creating Safe Spaces for Women – How the church can become a trustworthy place for women to discuss issues like abortion, miscarriages, and reproductive health without fear of shame or judgment.
Adoption as a Contingency Plan – Bethany shares her personal experiences with adoption, asserting that while adoption is meaningful, it is a contingency plan and not God's original intent, highlighting the need for supporting families to stay together.
Moving Beyond Culture Wars – Discussing the importance of the church moving away from a culture war mindset and instead focusing on compassionate, bottom-up approaches that reflect Jesus's teachings.
Holding Men Accountable – Addressing the imbalance in conversations about promiscuity and pregnancy, emphasizing the need for men to take responsibility and for the church to advocate for equal accountability.
Supporting Women Post-Roe v Wade – Exploring practical steps the church can take to support women and families in a post-Roe world, including building infrastructures, providing resources, and fostering community.

Guest Highlights:

Pastor Bethany Nass Cseh – Pastor at Catalyst Church Humboldt. Bethany offers profound insights from her personal journey with adoption and infertility, challenging conventional views and inspiring a compassionate approach within the church towards women's health and family support.

Resources Mentioned:

Catalyst Church Humboldt YouTube Channel – Catalyst Church Humboldt
Bethany on Instagram – @bethanysseh

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