The Adoption Network, Laura Christianson

o you desire to start a support network for those in your church and community whose lives are impacted by adoption? In The Adoption Network, Laura Christianson, founder and director of Seattle-based Heartbeat Ministries, walks you through the basics of planning and launching a support system for adoptive families, foster families, birth parents or adoptees. YouÂ’ll learn how to: -Develop a mission statement -Plan a Budget -Recruit leadership -Reach out to the community -Create workshops, support groups, social events, mentoring programs and more Packed with practical pointers as worksheets, this handbook will equip you with the tools you need to create e vibrant adoption support network.