Know Orphans by Rick Morton

I knew I wanted to read this book because I had read Orphanology and was really challenged by it.  Rick Morton has a heart for the fatherless and desires to see Christians everywhere involved in ministering to the fatherless.  I understand his reasons for adopting cross-culturally, but since I work with a lot of kids in the United States, I feel that the kids here need a home too.  I don't think he ever disagrees, but he does talk about adopting those from other countries the most. 

I like how the book is broken up.  It gives practical ideas on how to start an orphan-care ministry at your church. I like how he reminds readers to start with prayer because that's the only way to change hearts.  We can't do it!

He then describes who are considered orphans and how to best minister to them in the orphan-care ministries.  He moves to adopting among the nations and then he has a whole chapter on criticism.  I found that chapter really helpful, since that's a difficult area for me.

I really liked how he prepares you for bringing your child home and what to do once you are home.  I liked his honesty and his wisdom he shares with his readers, as he has "been there done that and I'm guessing would do it again in a heartbeat!"

I was introduced to WorldCrafts.org last year and bought some things from them.  I love to give and get unique gifts and what an even greater thought is that what I just purchased goes to help someone else who so desperately needs help.

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Book Info

About the book: The global orphan crisis is complex. The church's response should be comprehensive, but is it? In this provocative follow-up to Orphanology, 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. Purchase a copy: http://ow.ly/uLVL2 About the Author: Rick Morton is the father of three transnational adopted children and coauthor of the popular book Orphanology: Awakening to Gospel-Centered Adoption and Orphan Care. His dedication to the plight of orphans extends beyond his own family. The Mortons were cofounders of Promise 139, an international orphan-hosting ministry based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. An inspiring speaker for the gospel to be expressed by the church living out God's heart for the fatherless, Rick presents at adoption and orphan-care conferences and pastor's conferences. Rick and his family live in the Greater Memphis area. Learn more about Rick at: http://www.rickmortononline.com

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I received this book free from Litfuse Publicity Group and New Hope Publishers in exchange for my honest opinion of this book.