KnowOrphans: Mobilizing the Church for Global Orphanology
The global orphan crisis is complex. The church’s response should be comprehensive, but is it? In this provocative follow-up toOrphanology, author Rick Morton provides the framework for families and churches to have a gospel-centered response to the growing global issue of orphan care.
KnowOrphans addresses three distinct areas associated with global orphanology. Delving deeper into the criticisms of the movement, the need for reform, and what families can expect, author Rick Morton helps shape realistic perceptions of the challenges and rewards adoptive parents face in transnational adoptions. Through illuminating the work internationally adoptive families can expect,KnowOrphans offers solutions for the church in remedying the ills and deficiencies surrounding the church’s role in equipping and supporting families before, during, and after the adoption process. Knowing that the church’s response and attitude should be one that goes beyond adoption, KnowOrphans also addresses the complexities of how Christians are to respond ethically, compassionately, and comprehensively to the biblical call to care for orphans.
KnowOrphans is the next step in conversation as this evangelically-based movement of orphan care matures and begins to live out James 1:27 globally.
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KnowOrphans: Mobilizing the Church for Global Orphanology by Rick Morton
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
The ministry of orphans is an often overlooked and under-appreciated ministry within the church. Generally, churches may mention is one or two times per year, but it is not seen as a genuine ministry. I applaud the author for bringing his expertise and experience to this vital topic, and he certainly is cognizant of the different facets of this ministry. After reading this book, a church would be able to quickly discover and implement the techniques and strategies covered within the book.
Unfortunately, this book was somewhat boring and tedious at times. While it is true that I have not read the author’s first book of orphans, I still would have preferred more personal stories. I am certain that the author shared more of his story in the first book, but I was searching for that personal touch in this book as well. Although the important resources are contained within this book, I was not searching for facts. I needed connection to make this story come to life in a meaningful way.
I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I was not financially compensated, and all opinions are 100 percent mine.
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Im married,too many time my husband and i,we have this little thing inside us to adopt a child,we already have a daugther,this imagen give us and extra vision.
