The World and Everything In It 11.27.25 Opening a door for Christian foster parents, praying for persecuted believers, and running the Turkey Trot
Nov 27, 2025
Herbie Newell, President of Lifeline Children's Services, discusses the urgent need for Christian foster families and the impact of recent policies on faith-based care. He emphasizes the importance of traditional parenting structures and encourages believers to take action in their communities. Andrew Richards from Open Doors U.S. shares insights on global Christian persecution, highlighting hotspots like Nigeria and Eritrea. Together, they call for sustained prayer and advocacy for those suffering for their faith.
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Act Locally To Serve Foster Children
- Do engage with foster care locally even without federal permission; you don't need an executive order to help vulnerable children.
- Do show Christ's love to at-risk moms, broken families, and foster kids by getting involved in your community.
High Demand, Low Willingness For Older Kids
- The U.S. foster system averages about 400,000 children, mostly under age 10, creating a high demand for committed families.
- Many families hesitate to foster older children or uncertain-duration placements, so targeted recruitment matters.
Support Religious Liberty In Foster Policy
- Do support federal protections for religious liberty in foster placements so faith-based agencies can serve without discrimination.
- Do ensure policies protect children from harm while allowing families to practice their beliefs at home.
