R. C. Self has served New Mexico Christian Children’s Home for thirty-five years, currently as executive director. Published in 2012, his book, “From Children to Champions!” will bless child care agencies, young people, care givers and parents as they deal with adversity. From Children to Champions! Be a Winner – With God’s Help Against All[.....]

Job Opening— Assistant Director of Social Services Georgia AGAPE is looking for a seasoned professional to serve as our Assistant Director of Social Services. We anticipate the retirement of Charles Hampton, our current Director of Social Services, in a couple of years. This new person will be mentored to take over as our next Director[.....]

Tricia Lillard, a remarkable servant of God, passed away on May 18 after battling cancer for nearly 12 years. Tricia was never defined by her illness, but rather, her identity came out of God’s heart for those who are most often over-looked and vulnerable. Tricia’s legacy, among many things, will clearly live through her love[.....]

This list of reasons to become a foster parent is taken from Searcy Children’s Homes website under articles. 10. There is no other ministry that can affect so many lives – the child, their biological parent(s) that want to change their lives, or the adoptive parents that are longing to give their love to a[.....]

On May 7, 2013, Scarred Faith, is being released and a percentage of the proceeds will benefit Agape. Written by Josh Ross, Lead Minister for Sycamore View Church, the book invites readers to enter into the suffering around us, and to embrace our scars and God’s restoring work.

Congratulations David Jordan! David was selected as a recipient of the Tennessee Chapter 2013 Social Worker of the Year Award, from the National Association of Social Workers This award honors members who exemplify the best of the profession’s values & achievements through specific accomplishments. David received his award March 27th at a formal presentation in[.....]

April is recognized in the United States as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Below is the history of Child Abuse Prevention Month. This is taken from (ISPCAN) International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect. Increasing public awareness of the need to ensure the safety and welfare of children led to the passage of[.....]

Angels in Heaven are Rejoicing Three precious souls obeyed the gospel this past month at Southern Christian Home in Morrilton, Arkansas. Sarah, Angel and Ashley were baptized for the remission of their sins in December. Truly the angels are rejoicing. Please pray for each of these. Employment Opportunity Southern Christian Home is looking for loving[.....]

Pioneering Adoption Social Worker, Inez Baucum, Remembered Inez Baucum A celebration of the life of Inez Baucum will be held on Monday, January 14, 2013 at 10 a.m., at the Broadway Church of Christ in Lubbock, Texas. Inez died on Wednesday, January 9, 2013, after a brief illness. Inez came to The Children’s Home of[.....]

LILYFIELD ACHEIVES NATIONAL ACCREDITATION Lilyfield has received national accreditation through the Council on Accreditation (COA). Lilyfield was informed on December 24, 2012, that the agency has achieved national accreditation through the Council on Accreditation (COA). COA partners with human service organizations worldwide to improve service delivery outcomes by developing, applying, and promoting accreditation standards. “We[.....]