Olivia’s adoption story shows a larger family picture
“Family doesn’t just mean blood. Family is love. And that’s something that my parents and my family have always had for me,” Olivia shares.
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“Thrive!” pours into families who pour into others
The heart behind Thrive is recognizing that saying “yes” to a child is only the beginning of the journey.
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Filipino Heritage Day ignites adoptive family friendships
Two boys who met at an orphanage in the Philippines were adopted by different American families. Every year, Filipino Heritage Day brings them back together.
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Retreat rooted in lifelong support for birth moms
Christian Adoption Services hosted its 29th annual Birth Mothers Retreat April 17-19, 2026 in Greensboro—a weekend of community, mentoring, and discipleship where 14 women made decisions for Christ.
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Before We Knew Him: Caleb’s Story
God was writing Caleb’s story long before we knew him — a family reflects on faith, waiting, and the gift of an open adoption.
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Christian Adoption Process in NC: Step-by-Step Guide
A BCH story of hope: At Christian Adoption Services (CAS) — the adoption ministry of Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina (BCH) — we’ve walked alongside families on this…
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Birth Mother’s Choice Unites the Love of Two Families
A BCH story of hope: “It was shocking not really knowing exactly what to do or how everything was going to work out,” Amajha, who is now 27 years old, reflects “I was scared to…
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God Brings the Right Team Together for the Bradys
A BCH story of hope: By Blake Ragsdale | Editor of Charity & Children The basketball teams were decided. Jeremy and his youngest son, Ezra, would take on his oldest son, Gabe, and…
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God’s Plan Leads Carlisles to Become a Family of Seven
A BCH story of hope: Extended family came along to help during the trip because, as Phillip laughs, “We weren’t brave enough to do it on our own.” Phillip and Sara have never felt…
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God Knew His Story: An Adoption Journey Shaped by Faith
A BCH story of hope: “From the very beginning of our adoption journey, we have seen God’s hand woven throughout each of our children’s stories. He has faithfully opened and closed…
