Hermes Family, TN (Colombia)

Brenda and Daiana are true blessings.  They are sweet, loving, affectionate and very happy.  Here is a picture of the four of us the day we met.

George Family, TN ( China)

Erin starts first grade in a week and is smart as a whip. She is already reading around a 3rd to 4th grade level, and has only been reading for 6 months.  She started gymnastics last fall and  was 1st place all around. 

Eli fits into our family far better than we could have ever imagined or hoped for!!! He is a blessing in so many ways! God gifted us with an amazing child who fits in with us so very well. We are constantly in awe of God's sovereignty and all-knowing-ness. God definitely prepared us for each other. It seems that Eli is wired to be a Lain! Come to think of it, OF COURSE HE IS!
 

We are doing very well. Alex is the most amazing little person! We are so madly in love with him...He is gentle and sensitive and so incredibly smart. We are so very fortunate to be his parents.

Woodlief Family, FL (Russia)

Just wanted you to get a prospective of Joseph's growth from then till now.  It's just amazing how much he's changed in 3 years.  It's as though we've never been without him
and we can't even begin to imagine ever not having him in our lives - what
in the world filled our lives before we brought him home?  This has been a fun year.  With Joseph turning 4 in January he's been old enough to participate in some sports. He's got quite the imagination, making up stories and songs to go along with whatever activity we happen to be doing at the moment.  He doesn't meet a stranger and LOVES learning about new things.  Never fear, Children's Hope  is near. They
were the best at being there for us before, during and after.  Children's Hope is a top notch organization with the client's best interest at heart.

Allie has adjusted well to our family and we are thrilled to have this sweet little girl in our lives.  

We had the best experience!  Our CHI coordinator was excellent and helped us every step of the way.  She was there when we landed in Beijing and guided us through the process seamlessly. 

  As you’ll see, Maria is fitting in rather well.

Lawrence Family, TN (Vietnam)

Daniel is very curious and interested in everything. He can sometimes be a little shy when first around new people but quickly becomes comfortable. He loves to have fun and laugh.  Our trip to Vietnam was the biggest adventure we have ever been on. Even though it has only been a couple of months since we got back from Vietnam, it feels as if Daniel has been with us for years. Daniel has brought a great deal of joy and love to our home.

Here are Ashlea's latest pictures.  She is 4 years old and started pre-kindergarten.

Lauren is doing great. She is 31 months old now and is very spunky :)

Children's Hope Teens Attend First CCAA Camp

The China Center for Adoption Affairs has invited 25 girls and 2 boys ages 12-17 to attend their first camp for children adopted from China.  The CCAA is sponsoring this wonderful 10 day adventure and they will have the opportunity to sightsee, attend cultural events, and meet the adoption officials in China. 

We are happy to introduce our two new contract social workers!

Sharyn Thompson has joined the CHI staff as a contract social worker conducting home studies and post adoption visits.  She is certified in Family and Consumer Science through the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences.  Sharyn also serves as the Director for Community Health in Memphis and rural West Tennessee for Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.  She has prior work experience in the public health field as a Nutritionist and Health Educator.  Sharyn holds certifications as a CPR/First Aid instructor, Red Cross Mass Destruction Worker, Child Passenger Safety Seat technician, and as a Challenge Course facilitator. 

Sharyn resides in Jackson, Tennessee with her husband Chuck.  They have been married for 11 years and enjoy spending time on the golf course, reading good books, and going for long walks.  They are also in the process of adopting their first child from Kazakhstan.  Sharyn enjoys working with people in her community and considers it a privilege to help others through their journey of adoption. 

thompsos@methodisthealth.org

Kim Warner-Hudy is a contract social worker and will be conducting home studies and post adoption visits. Kim is a Korean adoptee and has worked in the adoption field since 1997. Her previous experience also includes volunteering with adoption parent support groups and culture camps for international adoptees in both Kentucky and the Pacific Northwest. She is pleased to have the opportunity to be a part of the process building families through adoption.

kimwhudy@yahoo.com

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September is Education Assistance Month

Education is essential to helping children overcome poverty and prepare them for life after the orphanage.  Your gift can provide orphans with tuition assistance, school supplies, books, and uniforms so they may attend school and get the education they desperately need.  It can also provide teaching aids to be used in the orphanages to help educate all of the children.

    Join us for the 6th Annual
Walk for Hope and Pack the Park 2007
Sunday, October 14
2:00 PM
Granny White Park
610 Granny White Pike
Brentwood, Tennessee

What is Walk for Hope and Pack the Park?
Walk for Hope and Pack the Park is an annual event to raise money and awareness for orphaned children around the world. In addition to raising funds for a worthy cause, it is a great time for families to come and meet one another or to reconnect with old friends. There will be various activities including a silent auction. The Walk reaffirms our mission of Homes,
Health, and Hope for Children in Need, while Pack the Park brings our families together for food, fun and fellowship.

Schedule
2:00 p.m.– Check in at Granny White Park. Follow registration signs. Late registrations will be  accepted at this time. Pick up T-shirts and submit collected donations. There will be various activities for families to enjoy. The Silent Auction will open. It’s time to re-unite with old friends and make new ones!
2:45 p.m.– The Walk begins. The Walk is approximately one mile. Strollers and wagons are welcome, but please no bikes or roller blades.
3:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.– Enjoy family fun, food and place your bid at our Silent Auction.
*Auction bidding will close at 3:45

Early Registration Deadline: September 28th
Register by September 28th to guarantee your T-shirt celebrating this year’s event.
Register by October 14th $15 per adult - $5 per child under 12 years of age
Register the day of the Walk $18 per adult - $7 per child under 12 years of age
Please mail registration form with fees and collected donations to:
Children’s Hope International
Attention: Rachel Patton
229 Ward Circle, Suite 22-C
Brentwood, TN 37027

For those of you interested in volunteering with this event, we would love to have your help! We need volunteers to donate food items, silent auction items, and also help with activities during the event. If your business can donate products or services, or if you are an expert face painter, we would be thrilled to have your assistance. If you would like to volunteer or if you would like more information, please email Rachel Patton at Rachel.Patton@ChildrensHopeint.org or by calling (615) 498-5166.

Orphan Tree of Hope

To celebrate National Adoption Month, starting November 1 ~ we will be putting up Christmas Trees in Churches and Schools called the Orphan Tree of Hope.  On these trees there will be ornaments of kids needing orphan sponsorship, as well as all kinds of projects and gifts for orphans.

If would like to participate, please contact Jane.Verner@ChildrensHope.net

We'd love to meet you!

Come to an informational meeting and learn more about international adoption and the program qualifications.

Please note - the September classes have been canceled.  Classes will resume in October with Pre-Adopt II.

With school starting and Fall in the air, we are enjoying new beginnings!  This is a great time to start your adoption journey as well!  Please know that we would love to help you in any way that we can!  We are always here for you!

 

Brenda

 Southeastern U.S.
 Brenda Barker, Director
 229 Ward Circle, Suite C-22
 Brentwood, TN  37027
 615-309-8109   Fax: 615-309-8483
Brenda.Barker@ChildrensHope.net

Also serving the following states: TN, KY, AL, AR, MS, VA, LA & SC