First Steps

Yesterday we had our first adoption orientation. It was very exciting and definitely confirmed in our minds that this is the path we are called for. We were put in an "adoption group" with 7 other couples who will sort of go through the process with us. Jan, the director, definitely has a heart for adoption, she has 6 adopted children, and has so many stories to share. She shared about all the ministries they have for the birth moms - this really touched our hearts, thinking this is about so much more than getting a new baby, but touching these birth moms lives. Our hearts and minds definitely were opened. We also discussed the legal aspects and the home study. Our next step is on April 14th. Brian and I have interviews with the director of AIM for her to better get to know us and our story that has led us to adoption. We also have an all day seminar on May 15th with our adoption group. Our specific prayers right now are:
1) For patience throughout all the paperwork/family book preparation, interviews, home study
2) For peace about all the financial aspects of adopting a baby
3) For the birth mom - we definitely want to surround her with prayer, even though we don't know who she is