The
title of this book reminds us that most orphans are unknown,
voiceless. They are out of our sight and out of our mind. “Yet God
says He is their defender, and He is awakening His church to join Him
in that work.” (18)
Morton
shares his own experience in the global orphan-care and adoption
movement. He discusses how orphans are close to the heart of God and
develops a theology of orphan-care. Adopting transracially affirms
that we are all created in the image of God and in Christ there is
neither Greek nor Jew. Differences in country and language are a
result of the fall and adopting internationally affirms the triumph
of the gospel.
He
has suggestions for mobilizing churches, like Orphan Sunday. He
writes about many organizations for potential church partnering. He
encourages creativity and flexibility. He also notes that parents
need to be equipped and supported during the process of adopting and
raising the children.
He
walks the reader through the entire process of transnational adoption
– the preparation, journey, and arriving home. He also addresses
issues adopted children experience. He answers criticisms of
international adoption as well.
A
program that offers possibilities to people who cannot afford the
$30,00 or so for international adoption is one offered through
Lifesong. It has a program in Ukraine where $500 will fund an
indigenous adoption.
Morton
believes there is a move of the Spirit right now in the area of
adoption. This book is a great encouragement for individuals and
churches to get involved. You can find out more at
http://www.rickmortononline.com or facebook.com/dr.rick.morton.
I
am taking part in a blog tour of this book. You can read other
reviews here.
Rick
Morton is father to three transnational adopted children. He
co-authored Orphanology: Awakening to Gospel-Centered Adoption and
Orphan Care. He and his wife are cofounders of international
orphan-hosting ministry Promise 139, based in Hattiesburg,
Mississippi. He and his family live in the greater Memphis area.
New
Hope Publishers, 192 pages. You can purchase a copy here.
I
received a complimentary copy of this book through a publicity group
for the purpose of an independent and honest review.
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