Finding Jesus in a Russian Orphanage

I'm overjoyed anytime I see/hear/read a theologically sound presentation of adoption--physical and spiritual!!!

Earlier today Justin Taylor announced THIS new book by Russell Moore, along with THIS link to an excerpt from the book--Enjoy! :-)

Nina, our RRRD - "Resident Russian Relations Diplomat"

Nina with Ekaterina (14) who dreams of having a family.

Nina with a fellow-home schooler, a native Russian who did translating, and Anton (13) who "tries to be kind because God tells us to forgive and be kind."

Nina with Anton ~ if she could, she'd adopt a little brother! :-)

Currently, a group of 14 'older' Russian orphans are visiting our area through a 'host program'. We'd hoped to volunteer a good bit, but other obligations and responsibilities have prevented that to far. Nevertheless we MADE time to go last night and show the kids our support at their "Russian Culture Program". And, not surprisingly, Nina made some new friends, in spite of her fading Russian language skills--proof that a smile speaks volumes!

Read more of my thoughts on 'older' Russian orphans and this current hosting program HERE on my theology blog.