Megan Basham, a Daily Wire culture reporter, dives into the vital role Christian families play in the foster care system, especially against new Biden administration rules. The discussion highlights a shortage of foster families and the particular struggles faced by older children needing homes. Basham shares insights on the significant influence of evangelical communities in adoption efforts and delves into the tensions between faith-based foster families and recent LGBTQI+ regulations. The film 'Sound of Hope' emphasizes these issues, spotlighting the importance of fostering awareness and support.
Practicing Christians are significantly more likely to adopt, especially older children and those with special needs.
New regulations under the Biden administration conflict with the doctrinal beliefs of many church-going Christians, impacting their ability to foster or adopt.
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Christian Adoption Rates and Community Impact
Practicing Christians, particularly Evangelicals, are significantly more likely to adopt and foster children compared to the general population. Barna Research shows that practicing Christians are over two times more likely to adopt and Evangelicals are five times more likely. These families often adopt older children and those with special needs. The film 'Sound of Hope' depicts a church in Texas where 22 families adopted 77 children out of foster care, emphasizing the significant role of Christian communities in providing homes for at-risk kids.
Need for Adoptive and Foster Families
There is a substantial need for adoptive and foster families in the United States, with over 100,000 children in the system waiting for adoption. Neglect and poverty-related issues are major factors driving children into the foster care system. The average child in foster care is around 8 years old, making it challenging to find placements as they grow older. Global efforts like Care Portal connect churches with kids in need, highlighting the ongoing need for families to step in.
Controversial Government Regulations and Impact on Christian Families
New regulations from the Biden administration, such as the Safe and Appropriate Foster Care Placement Requirements, have sparked controversy as they conflict with the doctrinal beliefs of many church-going Christians. These rules mandate support for a child's self-identified gender identity and LGBTQI+ status, which may go against religious convictions. States like Oregon have similar policies, leading to instances where Christians feel discriminated against for their beliefs, impacting their ability to foster or adopt.
Sound of Hope, a new film, highlights the crucial role Christian families play in the foster care and adoption system, especially as they face exclusion under Biden administration rules. Get the facts first on Morning Wire.
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