Links and Resources

Personal Stories:  

Adoption is a wonderful gift. Though sometimes portrayed in negative ways by the media, most experiences of adoption are beautiful love stories — such as the ones shared below:

• Novena to St. Joseph: For Those on the Path of Adoption
• An Adoption Love Story
• A Family in Service of Life: An Adoption Story
• The Blessing Of “Unanswered Prayers”: An Adoption Story

Bravelove (Birth mother and adoptive family resources)

• Adoption Stories (testimonies, videos, letters, etc.)
• Adoption Frequently Asked Questions
• Post-Adoption Support Resources

Entrustment Ceremony

• Family Thankful for Blessing of Adopted Child, Texas Catholic
• Sample Prayer Services (adopted from Diocese of Covington Social Services)

Related Issues:

• Foster Care for Unaccompanied Refugee and Immigrant Children
• Discrimination against Catholic Adoption Services