Adoption – Eric Echols

April 1, 2013March 29, 2013 eric echols Adoption

Celebrating 5 Years of Adoption

On April 1, 2008 our family experienced the joy and privilege of adoption first hand. Our daughter didn't arrive the natural way with hospitals, doctors, and labor pains. Instead, Emma entered into our family through foster homes, social workers, and long international flights. However, the desire to adopt a child didn't begin when we first … Continue reading Celebrating 5 Years of Adoption

October 29, 2012October 29, 2012 eric echols Adoption

8 Adoption Facts

Adoption is the heart of the gospel. Itʼs about our identity and inheritance through our adoption in Christ. But adoption is also our mission. Itʼs about joining Jesus as an advocate for the poor, marginalized, forsaken, and fatherless. Take a minute and watch this video from Adoption Journey. As followers of Jesus, we should be on … Continue reading 8 Adoption Facts

August 5, 2012August 4, 2012 eric echols Adoption

We Are The Children of God

I have the privilege of preaching this weekend for Orphan Care Sunday at Ebenezer Church in Toccoa, GA. This video is a great reminder that we are ALL adopted as children of God. Enjoy!

June 22, 2012June 25, 2012 eric echols Adoption, Parenting

Adoption Journey

Are you considering adoption? Are you wondering if adoption is a good fit for your family? If so, check out AdoptionJourney.com. Continue reading by clicking on the title above.

April 1, 2012April 1, 2012 eric echols Adoption

Gotcha Day!

April 1st is no longer "April Fools Day" in our family; it is our daughters "Gotcha Day"! Before we even started dating, Nicole and I dreamed of adopting a child. Four years ago today, our dream came true when we met our daughter for the very first time. We had traveled to Taipei, Taiwan to … Continue reading Gotcha Day!