Today we are talking with Kate about her calling to foster and adopt. She has two children who are biologically hers, and then overnight became a mother of 4 due to an emergency adoption situation. Fast forward- Kate and her husband also adopted a 4-year-old girl and later welcomed an older son into their family. Although her calling has not come without challenges, and a little bit of fear, it has led her to a life filled with purpose, love, and family. Kate is a great example of how to unapologetically follow the calling and passion God has on your life. In this episode Kate also talks to us about the challenges of parenting, especially with children who carry so much trauma. I hope this episode encourages you to step out of your comfort zone and into God’s calling on your life.
Kate’s story:
● Kate’s missionary experience in Romania
● Adoption and fostering - Have A Heart
● Early childhood impact on calling
● Kate and Michael’s adoption journey
Going Deep:
● Information on trauma
● Parenting children with trauma
● TBRI - Trust Based Relational Intervention
● Kate co-trains other parents who want to foster/adopt
● Foster the City - a coalition of churches providing loving homes for children in foster care
Learning:
● Honor your emotions including fear
● Take small steps to make a difference
Since You Asked:
● Disagree with a friend. What is next?
Library Time:
● Aggression in Play Therapy: Neurobiological Approach for Integrating Intensity by Lisa Dion
● Smacked by Eilene Zimmerman
Final Questions:
● Watching Teen Titans
● Loving rest, anticipation of Christmas, and honor of job/calling
● Self-care enjoy quiet space at home listening to podcasts #IMOMOSOHARD, The TBRI Podcast and The Empowered Parent
● Superpower is empathy
● Looking forward to seeing God on the move
Resources:
● Foster the City Website, Facebook, Instagram
● Coaching with Karla - free consult or jump in
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