Admitted: I’m a bit jaded by ongoing, obscure national days of … whatever. So was the man who started World Adoption Day, but today I smile that he did. (You can watch his story below if you like tales about Shaq, the origin of the smiley, or getting rejected by the UN).
Here’s how I’m celebrating World Adoption Day:
- Taking time to thank and pray for every one who has contributed to our adoption fund.
- Filling out more required paperwork to move us closer to completing our home studies.
- Praying that God will honor our desire to serve in this way through His timing and provision.
Here’s how you can celebrate:
- Support an adopting family like ours. Pray for us. Consider a tax-deductible gift through the link below.
- Support trusted adoption agencies and supporters. We’ve chosen to adopt through Lifeline and collect funds via AdoptTogether (also the creators of World Adoption Day).
- Share this post on your social media feed and tag #WorldAdoptionDay (jaded me is unimpressed with these newfound hashtagging skills).
Today we raise our hands with all of the families who’ve chosen adoption. We’re looking forward to seeing the smiles on the face… or faces… of those God adds to our family.