How can Christians help children in foster care and adoption?

How can Christians help children in foster care and adoption?

May 6, 2026 · 58 min · Season 5 · Episode 18

About this episode

The episode discusses how Christians can support children in foster care and adoption through the church and community involvement.

In this episode of Faith & Clarity , Dr. Mark Turman is joined by Chris Elkins and Christie Erwin, founder of Project Zero, for a powerful conversation about foster care, adoption, and the role of the church. Christie shares how her years of fostering shaped a calling to serve vulnerable children and advocate for those still waiting for families. Together, they explore common misconceptions about foster care, the realities children face, and how churches can partner with the system through practical support and compassionate involvement. The conversation also highlights the impact of Project Zero’s work, from storytelling to community engagement, and offers a hopeful vision for how believers can help ensure every child has a place to belong. Topics (0:00) Introduction (3:14) Project Zero origins (9:13) Fostering lessons and adoption (18:11) System challenges and church role (23:20) Scope of the need (25:06) Reunification versus adoption (31:52) Hope building and community support (33:26) Awkwardness of adoption (37:33) Churches can step up (53:11) How to get involved (55:03) Conclusion Resources Project Zero Ask Us Anything: info@denisonforum.org Sign-up for a Denison Forum…

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