Foster Mom Erin Duckworth

This episode is part reunion and all encouraging! Sarah and Erin worked together at Missouri Baptist University nearly 15 years ago. After converting Erin to a coffee lover (it all started with a Caramel Macchiato!) Sarah discovered they share a love for all things Christmas. Instant friends! 

Several years ago, Erin left her midwest hometown to be part of a church plant in State College, Pennsylvania, where she now lives and works. She has since become a foster mom, and in this episode we hear how she heard God tell her to move to PA, her church planting experience, and how these led her to foster care today. 

Foster and Orphan Care Awareness Series

We’re in a series focused on foster and orphan care awareness during November’s National Adoption Month. The Goods are passionate about children and advocates for fostering and adoption. 

Want to learn more about Foster Care or Adoption? Check out some of our favorite sites and organizations. 

Basic facts about fostering: https://nfpaonline.org/fostercareLifeLine Children’s Services - International Adoption agency the Good’s used. They do fostering, orphan prevention, and support both domestic and international adoption. Lots of great resources here: www.lifelinechild.comOne Heart Ministries - Local St Louis Ministry for foster care: https://www.ohfm.orgAmerica’s Kids Belong - Foster Care organization: https://americaskidsbelong.org10 Ways to Make a difference for Orphans: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/pro-life/10-ways-to-make-a-difference-for-orphans/

Some quotes from the episode:

"It is your fault that I love coffee"

“Even when we were really small God provided everything.”

“Even if it were five dollars God would make it work”

“It’s OK to want a smaller kid”

“Sometimes I feel like God is saying ‘do whatever you want - you’re gonna be OK either way.’”

“Just because they’re labeled ‘a foster kid’ doesn’t mean they’re different.  They still have the same needs and desires that any other kid does.”

“It’s easy to questions yourself if you’re being a good parent.”

“As much as I care… and as much as I love these kids - God loves them so much more. And He loves me that way.” 

Fun things from the episode:

Erin used to work at a children’s home in Mobile, AlabamaErin recommended the Bair FoundationRecommended book: The Connected Child

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