"The Adoption Network" Buy One, Get One Free Special Offer

Are you thinking of starting an adoption support network, but you aren’t sure how to do it? I’ve got the solution for you…

Adoption_network_cover_4_x_6_medi_2 The Adoption Network:
Your Guide to Starting a Support System

Special Offer:
Buy one book, get a second copy FREE!

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Author of:

  • The Adoption Network
  • The Adoption Decision
  • Host of the award-winning Exploring Adoption blog
  • Founder of Heartbeat Infertility & Adoption Ministries, Seattle, WA

Sixty-five percent of Americans have a family member or close friend who adopted a child, was adopted, or relinquished a child for adoption.

Yet many people whose lives are impacted by adoption feel misunderstood or ignored. They long to hear the words, “How can I support you?”

Learn How to Build
a Face-to-Face Adoption Support Network

You can provide that critical support. My book, The Adoption Network, shows you how. This 112-page handbook guides you step-by-step through the process of building and launching an adoption support system tailored to the needs of those in your church or community.

You’ll be inspired by the many creative ways you can reach out to people in the adoption community.  I’ll walk you through the nitty-gritty of planning your network, including:

  • Developing a mission statement
  • Soliciting support from your sponsoring organization or church
  • Planning a realistic budget
  • Recruiting leadership

You’ll Learn How to Create:

  • Resource library
  • Mentoring program
  • Online presence via a Web site, blog, teleseminars, e-zines, etc.
  • Social events
  • Baby item exchange
  • Workshops
  • Support groups
  • Prayer ministry
  • Programs for training church leaders
  • Programs for educating your faith community

You’ll strategize multiple ways to publicize your adoption network. I even include sample newsletter announcements so you don’t have to “reinvent the wheel.”

To help you even more, I’ve included:

  • An extensive resource list of books, Web sites, and organizations that will help you enhance your adoption network
  • Worksheets and checklists to help you think through and plan every aspect of your network

Why You Need Two Copies of The Adoption Network

I’m convinced you’ll find this book so helpful that you’ll want to share it with your clergyperson, your adoption counselor, and others whose lives are invested in adoption. That’s why I’m offering two autographed copies for the price of one.

The retail price for one copy of The Adoption Network is $9.99.

When you order your AUTOGRAPHED copy of The Adoption Network, you’ll get a second AUTOGRAPHED copy, absolutely free!

You’ll receive TWO autographed copies for a grand total of only $12.95, which includes USPS First Class shipping anywhere in the United States!

What’s the catch?

There is none.

I’m making this special offer for five reasons:

  1. I am committed to adoption and orphan care ministry.
  2. I want this book to be affordable for everyone who needs it.
  3. I want to see The Adoption Network in the hands of church leaders across the country.
  4. I want to equip you to launch your own face-to-face adoption support network.
  5. I want you to give this book as a gift to someone you care for. It will be your way of saying, “I care about supporting you in your adoption journey.”

How to Order

If you’re serious about building an adoption support network and equipping others to do so, click the “CLICK HERE TO BUY” button below to instantly order your two books via PayPal.

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Praise for The Adoption Network:

Kristin_and_phil_wong_family "Reading this book made me want to start an adoption support group that very day! Sprinkled with encouraging stories and packed with detailed, step-by-step ideas, this practical tool will unleash God’s help and hope and release the gifts of His people."
Kristin Swick Wong, author of Carried Safely Home: The Spiritual Legacy of an Adoptive Family


Chris_padbury_2 "If I were to start an adoption ministry tomorrow, this is one of the first books I would grab. If you care about adoption and believe your church can help, you need this indispensable resource."
Christopher Padbury, Executive Director, Colorado’s Project 1.27, and adoptive dad of five

"With this book as a guide, creating an adoption ministry just became much simpler. Worksheets included throughout the book provide an opportunity for real-life application.
An incredible resource for anyone considering starting an adoption support ministry."
Julie Donahue, Co-Founder and Director Emeritus of Hannah's Prayer Ministries, and mom by both birth and adoption

Ray_moore "Includes all the essentials needed to start an adoption community of support. As a pastor, adoptive dad, and believer in miracles, I urge you to get this informative, inspiring guide, and use it!"
Ray Moore, Pastor of Congregational Care, University Presbyterian Church, Seattle, Washington


Pat_sikora "If you know anyone struggling with infertility or adoption issues, this book offers a quick primer to help you understand their world. You’ll be glad you read it—and so will they."
Pat J. Sikora, author of Why Didn’t You Warn Me? How to Deal With Challenging Group Members


Sharon_jaynes "Through personal experience and extensive research, Laura Christianson has written a book that answers the questions of those desiring to lock arms with others traveling the adoption journey. Practical “how-tos” combined with real life stories make this step-by-step guide one you will refer to time and time again." 
Sharon Jaynes, international speaker and author of eleven books, including Being a Great Mom-Raising Great Kids, and Building an Effective Women’s Ministry


FAQ

Will the author personalize the autographs on the books I purchase?

If you are giving away copies as gifts and would like the autographs personalized, e-mail me at laurachristianson@hotmail.com after your PayPal transaction is complete, and tell me what message you’d like me to include. I am happy to personalize all books.

When will my autographed books be delivered?

I will ship your order to you as soon as your payment clears.

I live outside the U.S. and would like to take advantage of this special offer. How much will it cost me?

The offer is good anywhere in the world; if you live outside the U.S., e-mail me and I will calculate your actual shipping costs.

If I buy two books, will I get two books free? If I buy 10 books, will I get 10 books free?

Yes! A total of four books will cost $25.90 ($12.95 x 2); 10 books will cost $64.75, and so on. Now is the best time to buy copies for:

  • Your church leaders
  • Your friends who are considering adopting
  • Your orphan care organization
  • Your adoption agency staff
  • Your crisis pregnancy center

Will my name or e-mail address be sold to a mailing list?

Absolutely not. The only person who will have access to your information is me. I promise not to abuse your trust.

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    Adoption Blogs

    • A Little Pregnant
      You want blogs? Julie's got blogs for you. Check out her "somewhat haphazard collection of links" to blogs pertaining to infertility, adoption, pregnancy after infertility or loss, and being a parent. You won't be disappointed.
    • About Adoption/Foster Care
      Written by Carrie Craft, this informative blog at about.com offers a variety of interesting tidbits about adoption and foster care.
    • Adopt Taiwan
      By Cindy, a Christian mom-to-be who is waiting to adopt from Taiwan.
    • Adoption Adventure
      Lena Wright, a certified professional coach and Christian counselor, is adopting two brothers from Haiti.
    • Adoption Family
      Hot links to hundreds of adoption websites, organized by topic.
    • Adoption Options Web Directory & Resources
      Free adoption articles to acquaint people with their options, as well as links to other quality adoption sites.
    • Adoption Share
      An online community where you can share experiences, find answers and purchase resources related to adoption.
    • Adoption.org Blogs
      The comprehensive adoption web site, adoption.org, recommends a few adoption blogs and has a discussion board.
    • AdoptLove
      A couple's journey to adopt a child from Ukraine.
    • Adventures in Daily Living
      Jamie and Suzanne's adventures with their adopted children from Russia.
    • And Chloe Makes 6
      By Becky, mother of four, and waiting for #5 to come home from China.
    • Anonymous Daughter
      By an adult adopted person whose biological father contacted her.
    • Big Momma Hollers
      By Cindy Bodie, a 51-year-old happily single mother of 39 kids ages 3-32.
    • Blogging Baby
      A blog about pregnancy, baby care and parenting. Some adoption issues covered. Entertaining and informative -- one of my faves.
    • Chronicles of Mommyhood
      Written by an African American mom from Pennsylvania who loves to share stories and resources with other African American families who are seeking to adopt. You can read about their adoption adventure in their first blog: http://cleandsylsjourney.blogspot.com/.
    • Crowned with Laurel
      By Esther, who has experienced two failed adoptions from Russia and is now embarking on adopting from a different country.
    • Do They Have Salsa in China?
      Gotta love the title of this blog! You can probably figure out what it's about.
    • Embracing the Journey to my Daughter and Beyond
      By Billie, who's recording her feelings about adopting her daughter from Taiwan as a gift to her daughter.
    • Families.com Adoption Blog
      A group blog written by an adult adopted person and several adoptive parents.
    • Family Building: From Where I Sit
      Cynthia Peck writes this informative blog, which covers many aspects of family building, from assisted reproductive technology to adoption to long-term foster care.
    • Fat Girl's Guide to Triathalons
      Candid comments about the home study process from a mom who's waiting to adopt.
    • Finding Sweetness
      By Kristin, who's waiting to adopt a baby from Vietnam.
    • Foster Care & Adoption Author's Site
      Okay, it's not a blog; it's Jayne Schooler's author website. Jayne is well-known for supporting, educating and encouraging families formed by birth, adoption or foster care.
    • From Hope to Reality
      The blog of Carolina Hope Christian Adoption Agency. Lots of in depth discussions and interviews about adoption issues.
    • Hand Picked
      Written by a couple who is waiting to adopt a son from Korea.
    • Heartprints
      Sharon Brani, an adoption coach and counselor, offers encouragement and inspiration for adoptive parents.
    • Heidi's Hotline
      Reflections about adoption and about writing from Heidi Saxton, an adoptive mom of two former foster children and editor of a magazine for Catholic "Women of Grace," www.womenofgrace.com.
    • His Heart
      By Erin, a Christian woman who has experienced infertility for 9 of her 11 years of marriage, and is moving towards adoption.
    • His Heart for Orphans
      This ministry of Healing Place Church in Baton Rouge, LA, supports families during their pre-adoption journey.
    • Hydrangeas are pretty
      Pre-adoptive mom Shelli writes this blog about waiting to adopt domestically.
    • International Adoption Stories
      An adoption directory featuring international adoption information and agency advice from Russia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Guatemala, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Haiti, Mexico, Ethiopia and other counties. In addition to stories, the site includes information on adoption costs and financing, medical and health advice, parenting tips and news.
    • It's A Girl!
      The Seyler family writes about raising their special needs daughter adopted from Ukraine.
    • Jochebed's Hope
      A non-profit ministry aimed at promoting the Biblical foundation for adoption.
    • Just Enjoy Him: Ramblings of a Mid-Life Mom
      By Judy, a 45-year-old mom of a 5-year-old son born in Vietnam.
    • Lifemothers.com
      Although it's not a blog, this Web site for birth mothers is excellent. With the belief that a birthmother's role does not end at 'birth,' but continues for life, Lifemothers strives to be a safe haven for all Lifemoms, regardless of age or contact with child.
    • Links to Adoption Sites
      Links to adoption agencies, books, blogs, and personal sites.
    • Martha's Voice on Adoption
      Adoption info and commentary from Martha Osborne, editor of RainbowKids.com International Adoption E-Zine.
    • Mommy Monsters
      Heidi Saxton, columnist for CatholicMom.com, writes smart, refreshing posts about adoptive parenthood (among other things).
    • My Adoption Links
      A self-described "obsessive person collecting adoption links." Organized alphabetically.
    • Neither Here Nor There
      Written by The Passionate Peach, a 30-something reluctant adoptee who has been reunited with her birth family for over two decades.
    • Our Adoption Journey
      By Todd and Kimberly Phillips, who are waiting to adopt a special needs child from China.
    • Our Adoption Journey
      By a couple who is adopting from foster care.
    • Pamela Kruger
      A blog about motherhood, marriage, work, and life in suburbia by a mom who adopted from Kazakhstan.
    • Paradise Preoccupied
      Written by adoption advocate Sandra Hanks Benoiton, this blog is a cool combo of news tidbits and edgy commentary.
    • RainbowKids Blog Community
      Blogs from families who have adopted or are adopting internationally.
    • Red Lights
      Written by Monica, a single mom from Alberta, Canada who adopted a son with Down syndrome. Gorgeous design; interesting read -- don't miss this blog!
    • Red Thread Dads
      Jack Bailey, a dad-to-be who created his blog for to-be-dads, dads who have already adopted, and even those who are contemplating the idea of Chinese adoption. Not updated often, but then, he's probably busy getting ready to bring his daughter home.
    • Research-China.Org
      To educate adoptive parents about Chinese culture, China adoptions and aspects of a child's early life in China.
    • Ryan J Hale
      Ryan is a foster dad who reflects on his upcoming adoption from China. His entries are from a Christian worldview.
    • Stuart & Liz's Adoption Blog
      The highs and lows of one couple's journey through the UK adoption process.
    • The Adoption Choice
      A forum to help pregnant women and teens considering adoption.
    • The Chambers' Adoption Process
      By Brit and Heath, who are waiting to adopt domestically (U.S.)
    • The Life of a Texas Mom
      Gwen is a Christian adoptive mom of three who regularly shares bits of her adoption story.
    • The Seventh Diamond
      Kimberley Girvin and her husband prepare for the arrival of their family's seventh member, a daughter from China.
    • Third Mom
      A thoughtful, well-written blog by Margie Perscheid, mom of two Korean teens, wife of 30+ years, and Korean adoption activist.
    • This Woman's Work
      Dawn Friedman, an associate editor at epregnancy magazine, writes this blog about writing, mothering, and writing about mothering. Includes reflections on adoption.
    • Ukraine Adoption Journal
      Steven Harper Pizik chronicles his family's journal to adopt two boys from Ukraine.
    • Waiting for Mercy
      By Michelle, a mom of four boys who is waiting to adopt a little girl from Guatemala.
    • Writer's Wanderings
      Freelance writer, Karen Robbins, is also an adoptive mom. Her blog contains "musings along life's journey."