About Orphan Sunday
On Orphan Sunday, Christians stand for the orphan. We are a people called to defend the fatherless…to care for the child that has no family…to visit orphans in their distress. Orphan Sunday is your opportunity to rouse church, community and friends to God’s call to care for the orphan.
Breakout Session Descriptions
(1:30pm - 3:20pm) Orphanhood Through the Eyes of a Child (for kids K-5 only; limited space; Alyssa Copperthite; Warehouse)
Back by popular demand! This unique interactive experience will provide your child an opportunity to understand the challenges faced by kids without parents, planting seeds that will shape the next generation of the Church.
(1:30pm - 2:20pm) The Pivotal Role of College Students and Young Adults (Tony Sheng; kidZone Blue)
The Church simply cannot fulfill its mission to reach every orphan with God’s unfailing love without strong engagement from young adults and college students. Your gifts, time, and love are badly needed NOW! Tony Sheng will facilitate an engaging discussion exploring a myriad of ways YOU are uniquely positioned to serve and strengthen vulnerable youth and families. This is not a drill!
(1:30pm - 2:20pm) Adoption 101: Overview of International Adoption (CHSFS; kidZone Orange)
Many individuals and families have talked about adoption, but have no idea where to start investigating. If that’s you, please start HERE! Children’s Home Society and Family Services (CHSFS) will provide an overview basics of international adoption, including the basics of the home study and potential funding options.
(1:30pm - 2:20pm) The Power of Orphan Sunday for YOUR Church, Campus, or Crew (James Misner; kidZone Green)
Orphan Sunday does not need to be a big event—where two or more are gathered, the Father to the fatherless will water any seeds planted on their behalf.
(1:30pm - 2:20pm) Growing God’s Heart for the Orphan in Your Child (Stephen & Belinda Bauman; Grace Place)How do we raise children who are passionate about the things God is passionate about? Stephen and Belinda Bauman will train parents on powerful and practical ways to grow God’s heart for the orphan—and for a broken world—in the heart of your child.
(2:30pm - 3:20pm) Human Trafficking and Foster Youth: Breaking the Supply Chain (Jeromy Smith; kidZone Blue)
Kids that do not have safe, stable, and permanent families are at exponentially greater risk of becoming human trafficking victims. Materials from the Blue Campaign will unpack the root causes.
(2:30pm - 3:20pm) Adoption 101: Overview of Domestic Adoption and Foster Care (BCS; kidZone Orange)
Many individuals and families have talked about adoption or foster care, but have no idea where to start investigating. If that’s you, please start HERE! Bethany Christian Services will provide an overview of domestic adoption, including the basics of the home study and potential funding options.
(2:30pm - 3:20pm) Orphan Hosting: Short-term mission, long-term impact (Open Hearts; Grace Place Classroom)
Hosting programs provide international orphans, who often have little hope for a family in their home country, the opportunity to experience a family, receive love, and even to meet people who might consider adopting them. Two local organizations will present their unique hosting programs and be available to answer any questions you may have.
(2:30pm - 3:20pm) Possible: A Blueprint for Changing How We Change the World (Stephen & Belinda Bauman, Grace Place)
Across the world, people like you are rising up to fight poverty, oppression, and injustice—not just professionals, but bloggers, musicians, entrepreneurs, artists, and advocates. People who refuse to accept the world as it is, who dare to believe change is possible. But we face a crisis of vision. We sense what needs to be done, but often we don’t know how to do it. Without a better blueprint for doing good well, our moment in history will slip away. Stephan Bauman, president of World Relief believes true change begins in the hearts and actions of ordinary people. In Possible, he presents clear and biblical thinking, powerful stories, and practical tools for sustainably impacting our workplaces, neighborhoods, villages, and cities.
Weekend Schedule
12:30 - 1:30 Prayer Session
12:45 -1:30 Lunch (provided free of charge)
1:30 - 2:20 First Breakout Session
2:20 - 2:30 Break
2:30 - 3:20 Second Breakout Session
To register, please visit marylandorphansunday.eventbrite.com
On Orphan Sunday, Christians stand for the orphan. We are a people called to defend the fatherless…to care for the child that has no family…to visit orphans in their distress. Orphan Sunday is your opportunity to rouse church, community and friends to God’s call to care for the orphan.
Breakout Session Descriptions
(1:30pm - 3:20pm) Orphanhood Through the Eyes of a Child (for kids K-5 only; limited space; Alyssa Copperthite; Warehouse)
Back by popular demand! This unique interactive experience will provide your child an opportunity to understand the challenges faced by kids without parents, planting seeds that will shape the next generation of the Church.
(1:30pm - 2:20pm) The Pivotal Role of College Students and Young Adults (Tony Sheng; kidZone Blue)
The Church simply cannot fulfill its mission to reach every orphan with God’s unfailing love without strong engagement from young adults and college students. Your gifts, time, and love are badly needed NOW! Tony Sheng will facilitate an engaging discussion exploring a myriad of ways YOU are uniquely positioned to serve and strengthen vulnerable youth and families. This is not a drill!
(1:30pm - 2:20pm) Adoption 101: Overview of International Adoption (CHSFS; kidZone Orange)
Many individuals and families have talked about adoption, but have no idea where to start investigating. If that’s you, please start HERE! Children’s Home Society and Family Services (CHSFS) will provide an overview basics of international adoption, including the basics of the home study and potential funding options.
(1:30pm - 2:20pm) The Power of Orphan Sunday for YOUR Church, Campus, or Crew (James Misner; kidZone Green)
Orphan Sunday does not need to be a big event—where two or more are gathered, the Father to the fatherless will water any seeds planted on their behalf.
(1:30pm - 2:20pm) Growing God’s Heart for the Orphan in Your Child (Stephen & Belinda Bauman; Grace Place)How do we raise children who are passionate about the things God is passionate about? Stephen and Belinda Bauman will train parents on powerful and practical ways to grow God’s heart for the orphan—and for a broken world—in the heart of your child.
(2:30pm - 3:20pm) Human Trafficking and Foster Youth: Breaking the Supply Chain (Jeromy Smith; kidZone Blue)
Kids that do not have safe, stable, and permanent families are at exponentially greater risk of becoming human trafficking victims. Materials from the Blue Campaign will unpack the root causes.
(2:30pm - 3:20pm) Adoption 101: Overview of Domestic Adoption and Foster Care (BCS; kidZone Orange)
Many individuals and families have talked about adoption or foster care, but have no idea where to start investigating. If that’s you, please start HERE! Bethany Christian Services will provide an overview of domestic adoption, including the basics of the home study and potential funding options.
(2:30pm - 3:20pm) Orphan Hosting: Short-term mission, long-term impact (Open Hearts; Grace Place Classroom)
Hosting programs provide international orphans, who often have little hope for a family in their home country, the opportunity to experience a family, receive love, and even to meet people who might consider adopting them. Two local organizations will present their unique hosting programs and be available to answer any questions you may have.
(2:30pm - 3:20pm) Possible: A Blueprint for Changing How We Change the World (Stephen & Belinda Bauman, Grace Place)
Across the world, people like you are rising up to fight poverty, oppression, and injustice—not just professionals, but bloggers, musicians, entrepreneurs, artists, and advocates. People who refuse to accept the world as it is, who dare to believe change is possible. But we face a crisis of vision. We sense what needs to be done, but often we don’t know how to do it. Without a better blueprint for doing good well, our moment in history will slip away. Stephan Bauman, president of World Relief believes true change begins in the hearts and actions of ordinary people. In Possible, he presents clear and biblical thinking, powerful stories, and practical tools for sustainably impacting our workplaces, neighborhoods, villages, and cities.
Weekend Schedule
12:30 - 1:30 Prayer Session
12:45 -1:30 Lunch (provided free of charge)
1:30 - 2:20 First Breakout Session
2:20 - 2:30 Break
2:30 - 3:20 Second Breakout Session
To register, please visit marylandorphansunday.eventbrite.com