Morning Wire Christians and the Foster Care Crisis | 6.23.24
Jun 23, 2024
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.
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Foster Care Crisis
- Over 100,000 children in the US foster care system await adoption.
- Many more children remain in the system due to a lack of suitable families.
Christian Adoption Rates
- Practicing Christians are significantly more likely to adopt than the general population.
- Evangelicals are five times more likely to adopt, often accepting older children and those with special needs.
Tony Mitchell's Story
- Tony Mitchell, adopted by a Christian family, now works in the adoption field.
- His faith, rooted in his upbringing, inspired his involvement.