Bob's sister, her husband, and their nephew share their experiences with giving up a child for adoption and the emotional journey of reuniting after 40 years. They reflect on gratitude, healing, and compassion while offering support to other parents who gave babies up for adoption.
The emotional journey of giving a child up for adoption and the challenges faced by birth parents.
The healing and reconnection process of an adopted individual with their birth family.
Recognizing and embracing wounds as a pathway to healing and offering support to others.
The joy and gratitude experienced in the unexpected reunion of a birth family after many years apart, facilitated by prayer and God’s guidance.
Deep dives
The Difficult Decision of Adoption and Painful Goodbye
Nick and Kathy discuss their experience of being young parents and making the decision to give their son up for adoption. They reflect on the emotions they felt in the hospital and the pain of saying goodbye. They share their belief that adoption was the right choice for their son's future and the challenges they faced in coping with the loss and the guilt associated with their decision.
Finding Healing and Gratitude in Reconnecting
Brian shares his experience of finding out about his birth parents through an ancestry DNA test. He talks about the emotions he felt upon discovering his biological mother and his journey to healing his wounds and reconnecting with his birth family. He expresses gratitude for the answered prayer and how this experience strengthened his faith and brought him back to the Catholic Church.
Embracing the Journey of Wholeness and Compassion
Brian reflects on his desire to fully embrace his wounds and work towards healing and wholeness. He shares his hope to use his own experiences to help others and bring healing to individuals, families, and communities. He talks about the importance of recognizing the inner child within ourselves and having compassion for others in challenging times.
The Unexpected Reunion and Joy of Meeting Again
Nick and Kathy talk about the day they received a chat message on Ancestry.com from Brian, their long-lost son. They describe the surreal experience of connecting with Brian after 48 years and the joy they felt in finally reuniting. They express their gratitude for the unexpected reunion and the deep love they have for Brian.
The Power of Prayer and God's Guidance
The family discusses the role of prayer in their journey, particularly the prayer Kathy and Nick offered on Brian's last birthday. They share how prayer has brought them closer to God and allowed them to experience healing and restoration. They express their belief that God's hand was guiding them throughout the entire process.
Discovering Healing Through Pain and Redemptive Love
In this podcast episode, the speakers emphasize the importance of healing and the redemptive power of pain. They explore how pain and suffering are part of the healing process and discuss ways to make it redemptive. The podcast also delves into the experiences of adoption and the impact it has on identity and belonging. The story of Brian, who was adopted and later reunited with his birth family, highlights the complex emotions and journey associated with adoption. The speakers reflect on God's presence, love, and mercy throughout the entire journey, underscoring the importance of embracing wounds and finding healing through God's grace.
Unveiling Reunion and God's Heart in Adoption
This podcast episode shares a compelling story of a family's journey through adoption and reconciliation. The parents, Nick and Kathy, recount their experiences of giving their son up for adoption and the emotional roller coaster they went through. They describe the pain, grief, and hope involved in the process, as well as their ongoing love and longing for their son. Finally, the episode explores the extraordinary reunion between Brian and his birth family. It highlights the overwhelming emotions, surreal moments, and the deep sense of God's presence and love throughout the entire experience. The speakers emphasize that this reunion serves as a beautiful testimony to God's heart, his love, and his plan for restoration and healing in all aspects of life.
This may be the most special episode of the podcast yet! Jake & Bob are joined by Bob’s sister, her husband and his 48 year old nephew Brian that Bob just met for the first time this year! They gave up their son for adoption after a teenage pregnancy and the wounds were still there for everybody after over 40 years. Then, by nothing short of a miracle, the family was reconnected! It’s a beautiful story of grace, healing, reconciliation and God’s abundant love.
Key Points
Nick & Kathy the experience of giving up their son for adoption after a teenage pregnancy.
Brian shares his story of finding out he was adopted and his experiences with both families.
“In my deepest wound, I saw Your glory and it dazzled me.” -St. Augustine
The beauty of the reunion of the family after many years apart.
Offering support and encouragement to other parents who gave babies up for adoption.
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