CAFO2018 Program by Christian Alliance for Orphans

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w h a t â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s i n s i d e campus & exhibitor map 6 schedule 8 donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss! 12 cafo member organizations 14 join the cafo community 15 wednesday workshops 18 thursday workshops 22 friday workshops 38 workshop tracks 46 ceu & hague 54 meet the authors 56 main stage speakers 58 sponsors & exhibitors (Booth Locations) 62 contacts & connections 74

welcome What a privilege to join with so many kindred spirits, from across America and around the globe! We’re an odd lot: ministry leaders and advocates, foster and adoptive parents, pastors and social workers. But we’re knit together by a shared faith and deep love for children and families the world often forgets. And we draw strength, joy and wisdom when gathered like this. Amidst all that we will experience – the learning and worship and friendships formed – we’ll turn often to a singular question: what matters most? This is a question to set life’s compass by. It calls us to weigh what we’ll value, really, when our brief journey on earth is done. But this is also a question to ask in daily tasks and decisions. Amidst many good opportunities, which will tend toward the best fruit? What small choices make the biggest difference? Why is this of such consequence? Because we live in an age flooded with options, from supermarket shelves to service opportunities. We find ourselves distracted. Divided. Ineffective. Anxious. Scripture, as always, points the way. It speaks of God’s pruning and invites us to participate with Him in that vital choosing of few over many. In an era diseased with distraction, this invitation offers a way – perhaps the only way – to simplify overcrowded lives; to be fully present to those we love; to know the calm that comes only with wholeheartedness; to produce enduring fruit. What matters most? Our search is not for a formula, fretful of being wrong. Rather, together we seek the Spirit-led wisdom that frees us to prune without remorse, and to give ourselves more fully to things that will last. Welcome to CAFO2018! In Christ,

Jedd Medefind President, Christian Alliance for Orphans

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CAFO2018 Bookstore

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CAFO Lounge 19/20

Coffee by Gobena

Lunch (all attendees)

Concession & Espresso Bar

On-site Dinner (tickets req.)

Giveaways!

Charging Station

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campus & exhibitor map C Lobby

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Presenter Hospitality Room A211/213

Coaching Tables

Lunch (all attendees)

Genius Bar: 5by5 Rest, Renewal & Massage

w e d n e s d a y, m a y 9 Enjoy free coffee in the Atrium provided by Gobena Coffee Join General Sessions 15 minutes early to enjoy inspiring videos and updates of children served worldwide.

8:30am – 2:30pm

CAFO2018 Intensives

Collaborate, a Forum for Global Leaders (Day 2) Connected Parenting Free to Lead OVC Applied Research & Best Practice Symposium 1:00pm – 3:00pm CAFO2018 Block Party: Check-in & Exhibit Fair Atrium Grab your attendee goodies, visit exhibitors and enjoy the festivities! (Don’t miss sweet & salty treats and special Texas guest!) 2:00-3:00pm First-Timers Reception Atrium (2nd Floor) CAFO Member Organizations Reception Ministry Center (A104) 3:00pm – 5:00pm Opening Workshops (for all attendees) Start your CAFO2018 experience with these deep-dive sessions. (pg. 18) 5:00pm – 7:00pm Dinner Break Enjoy nearby local restaurants. Pre-purchased dinner ticket buffet will be available in the Multi-Purpose Room from 5:00-6:00pm. Seating available in the MPR or any open workshop room. 7:00pm – 8:45pm

General Session

Worship Center

Run 51 Eugene Cho, Quest Church Pastor Chuck Swindoll, Stonebriar Community Beth Guckenberger, Back2Back Ministries Jimmy Needham, Performer & Adoptive Dad Jedd Medefind, Christian Alliance for Orphans Carlos Whittaker, Emcee

t h u r s d a y, m a y 1 0 Enjoy free coffee in the Atrium provided by Gobena Coffee Join General Sessions 15 minutes early to enjoy inspiring videos and updates of children served worldwide.

8:45am - 10:00am General Session Robbie Seay Band with Joseph Noelliste Curt Thompson, Being Known 10:30am - 12:00pm

Worship Center Aixa de Lรณpez, Author & Speaker Jason Weber, CAFO & Diego Fuller, Artist

Extended Workshops, Coaching & Connection (pg. 22)

12:00pm - 1:15pm LUNCH Enjoy lunch sponsored by IHL Group, pick-up spots scattered throughout the venue, see Campus Map (pg. 6) LUNCH SESSIONS Church Leader Networking Lunch (CAFO Supporter and Champion Church Members Only)

HUB (B181) Meet and interact with other Supporter and Champion Church Members. Get exclusive previews of exciting things coming up in the National Church Ministry Initiative.

Orphan Sunday Coordinators Luncheon (Invitation-Only) Junction (B156) The Annual Recognition Luncheon for Orphan Sunday Coordinators. This luncheon is for national and international team members who are serving as Orphan Sunday Coordinators.

1:15pm - 2:15pm

Workshops, Coaching & Connection

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2:30pm - 3:30pm

Workshops, Coaching & Connection

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3:15pm - 3:45pm Energy Break Refuel at refreshments stations & coffee provide by Gobena in Atrium 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Workshops, Coaching & Connection

(pg. 34)

t h u r s d a y, c o n t i n u e d 4:45pm - 7:00pm Dinner Break Enjoy nearby local restaurants. Pre-purchased dinner ticket buffet will be available in the Multi-Purpose Room from 5:00-6:00pm. Seating in the MPR or any open workshop room. 7:00pm - 8:45pm

General Session

Worship Center

Robbie Seay Band with Joseph Noelliste FamilyLife Interview with Dennis Rainey Orphan Sunday Feature, Jodi Jackson Tucker & Bob Lepine Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott Lisa Harper, Author, Speaker & Adoptive Mom Raphael Kajjubi, King Jesus Church Uganda

f r i d a y, m a y 1 1 Enjoy free coffee in the Atrium provided by Gobena Coffee Join General Sessions 15 minutes early to enjoy inspiring videos and updates of children served worldwide.

Grab a complimentary pastry in the Atrium on your way in! 8:30am - 9:30am

Workshops, Coaching & Connection

(pg. 38)

9:45am - 10:45am

Workshops, Coaching & Connection

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11:00am - 12:30pm

General Session

Steven Miller & Kids Summit Kyle Ray, Kentwood Community Church Charity Katongo, Lifesong School Zambia

Worship Center Sara Hagerty, Author, Speaker & Adoptive Mom Jim Daly, Focus on the Family Prayer for the Nations

f r i d a y, c o n t i n u e d 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Next Steps Lunch (Sign-up Required) Provided by CAFO2018 Sponsors

And Now What? Next Steps Your Church Can Take to Create a Foster Care and Orphan Ministry Hosted by Buckner International

MPR

The many options and layers involved as you serve foster youth and orphans can be daunting! Join us for this interactive lunch and communicate face-to-face with Buckner International ministry leaders with expertise in these specific area areas of engagement. Let us think with you through the best next steps for your ministry! (Complimentary lunch included, sign up at the Help Desk on Thursday) Where to go from here: Practical Ways to Engage in Adoption and Orphan Care Ministry Hosted by Lifesong for Orphans

Junction (B156)

For most of us the question isn’t whether to be involved in caring for vulnerable children, but HOW, especially when our lives are already extremely busy. Bring your questions and join us to learn about practical ways to partner with Lifesong for Orphans in adoption and orphan care (i.e. adoption funds, child sponsorship, mission trips, etc). You’ll hear specific tools and opportunities from ministry veterans ready to discuss your next steps! (Complimentary lunch included, Full) Foster Care and What’s Next in Texas ($10) HUB (B181) You will finish Summit full of ideas and inspiration for how you can make a difference for Texas children and families in foster care. The only thing left will be to connect with all the people who can help you make it happen. Join other leaders from around the Lone Star State for lunch to connect, collaborate and talk about next steps. (Lunch included, sign up at the Help Desk on Thursday)

don’t miss!

This year the CAFO2018 Summit is bursting with opportunities for connection, learning, conversation, prayer, resources, refreshment and so much more. See all that’s happening over the next couple of days together.

Coffee Enjoy free coffee throughout the

CAFO App

conference provided by Gobena.

Download the CAFO App and select your workshop schedule, check out our presenters and exhibitors, connect with others and much more! Available: Apple Store & Google Play Search Christian Alliance for Orphans

Concession Stand Days are long and full so make sure you’re fueled up with snacks for purchase! Thanks to our sponsor, Lifeline Children’s Services.

C A FO2 0 18 B o o kst o re Visit the bookstore for shirts, audio recordings of sessions, books and more!

Soujour n Espr esso Bar Purchase your favorite speciality coffee and espresso.

C o a ch i n g Ta b l e s Join a Coaching Table in C Lobby led by an expert from your area of interest. Small group conversations will provide wise counsel and personalized guidance. (Sign-up at the Help Desk)

5by5 Genius Bar Meet with an expert team member from 5by5 Creative Agency to discuss: Organizational Strategy, Brand Clarity, Website Review & Reach. Find us

upstairs to reserve your spot!

Pr ayer Room Enter a time and place set apart for guided experiences for prayer, contemplation and creative

G i ve awa ys & B i n g o

expression. Room A129

At the CAFO Summit we love to giveaway great gifts and prizes! Fill out a Bingo Card and drop in the prize bucket of your choice (Help Desk). Winners will be announced in Thursday & Friday General Sessions. (Must be present to win!)

Rest, Renewal & Massage Sneak away for a few moments of quiet in our designated rest area. Sign-up for a massage on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

C A FO Lo u n g e Visit the CAFO team in the Atrium for rich conversation & connection.

Summit Choir P rai se & P e t i t i o n Join with local musicians & attendees with similar hearts for simple music, thanksgiving and prayer.

Sing in the worship choir in Thursday eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s general session! This is a chance for a limited number of attendees to participate on the main stage as part of the first-time-ever CAFO Summit choir. There will be one practice during the day on Thursday, May 10th prior to the evening session. Choir seats are limited, sign-up at the Help Desk.

CAFO member organizations

These sessions are designed as private opportunities for CAFO Member Non-Profit Organizations only. Plan your experience around these collaborative discussions and instructional workshops.

Lea d e rs h i p F o r u ms & Ro un dtables Wednesday, May 9, 3:00pm - 5:00pm • CEO Roundtable Exchange Portable A • Leadership Conversation with IAAME Portable D Thursday, May 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm • Maintaining Conviction and Conscience in Public-Private Partnerships • Guatemala Collective Portable B Thursday, May 10, 1:15pm - 2:15pm • The Cost of Collaboration Portable D • Building a Culture of Excellence in Small Group Homes Thursday, May 10, 2:30 - 3:30pm • Communications & Marketing Collaborative

Portable A

Portable D

Thursday, May 10, 3:45pm - 4:45pm • Developing & Maintaining a Thriving Child Sponsorship Program • Nurturing the Spiritual Strength of Your Team Portable D

Portable A

Friday, May 11, 8:30am - 9:30am • Geographical CAFO Member Meetings • Europe Portable B • East & West Africa Ministry Center (A104) • Southern Africa B214 • Latin America B218 • Asia B215 Friday, May 11, 9:45am - 10:45am • Key Considerations in Giving Adoption Aid Grants that Serve the Whole Child and Family • Building Up National Leaders Portable B

Portable D

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cafo core principles Responsive Love. To act upon God’s call to care for orphans is not merely a matter of duty, guilt or idealism. It is first a response to the good news, the Gospel: that God, our loving Father, sought us, adopted us, and invites us to live as His sons and daughters (Jn 1:12, Gal 4:6, Eph 1:15; I Jn 3:1). We love because He first loved us. (1 Jn 4:19) Informed Action. Good intentions alone are insufficient. All care for children should be done with love that is guided by both knowledge and wisdom (Phil 1:9-11; Prov 19:2). Amidst the deep complexity of human need, no solution will be without flaws. Yet our aim must always be to offer the excellent care we would want to give Jesus himself – informed by both Scripture and the best available research, knowledge and proven practice. Commitment to the Whole Child. To meet only spiritual or only physical needs is incomplete (1 Jn 3:17; Jms 2:16; Mk 8:36). Christian love seeks to address both. Even a cup of water given to quench the thirst of a child is of eternal worth (Mt 10:42). Yet of surpassing value is to know Jesus and our identity as children of God (Phil 3:8). Just as in the ministry of Jesus, we hold together the meeting of physical need with the Gospel that reveals God’s love. Priority of Family. Both Scripture and social science affirm that the very best environment for children is a safe, loving, permanent family. When this is not possible, the goal for each child should be – as a general rule – to move as far as possible along the “spectrum of care” options toward permanent family. Care for children should always be as safe, nurturing and close to family as is feasible for the given situation. Family Preser vation. Children classified as “orphans” that have a surviving parent or other relatives willing to care for them should be helped to remain with family members whenever safely possible. Likewise, when families have been separated, reunification of

children with their biological family is of first priority whenever children can be returned to a safe, nurturing home environment. Efforts that enable struggling families to stay together are a vital part of the Bible’s call to care for orphans and widows in distress. Residential Care. Even as we champion the ideal of family, we can also honor the devoted care and protection provided by many quality residential facilities. We also recognize that therapeutic group settings can play an essential role in the healing of children with intensive needs. God created the family as the best environment for children, so new orphanages should not be created except in extreme circumstances. Existing orphanages should be helped to improve their quality of care and to develop programs that minimize out-of-home care. Central Role of the Local Church. The local church in every nation possesses both the Christian mandate and many other resources needed to care for the world’s orphans in a nurturing, relationship-rich environment. Every initiative to care for orphans should prioritize and honor the role of the local church, carefully pairing what foreign resources may be necessary with local believers willing to open their hearts and homes to orphans in their community. The Power of Unity. Scripture overflows with calls for unity in the Body of Christ (Ps 133; 1 Cor 12:12; Eph 4:3, Col 3:11-15; Phil 4:1-3). Such unity yields special strength (Ecc 4:9), welcomes the presence of Christ (Mt 18:20), and ultimately presents the truth of Jesus to the world (Jn 17:20-23). Disagreements are inevitable and sometimes even necessary. Yet amidst all that strains unity, we commit to honoring each other above ourselves (Rom 12:10) – and labor in unison to see every orphan experience God’s unfailing love. For more information visit CAFO.ORG

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w e d n e s d a y, 3 : 0 0 - 5 : 0 0 p m CEO Round Table Exchange (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Portable A As the CEO of your organization, you are the chief steward of what God wants to do through your ministry. CAFO2018 provides you a unique opportunity to connect, engage and develop relationships with other leaders who carry the same weight of responsibility as you. It’s not God’s intent that you should go it alone. In this round table session, you will have a chance to share, listen and learn from other CEOs. Bring to the round table an idea/practice you’ve tested and would strongly recommend to others and your greatest challenge…and see how God will use this time for the profit of all. (Facilitated by Tami Heim, Christian Leadership Alliance) Connected Independent Living Choir Room This workshop focuses on preparing young adults from hard places to transition into independence while remaining connected to your family. Learn why independence is crucial, how to determine the right time, and how to calm your fears for their future. (Pam Parish, Connection Homes) Critical Clarity to Drive Your Organization Forward Junction (B156) So often leaders come into our office feeling overwhelmed by all the many tactics and channels at their disposable to effectively and efficiently steward funds to optimize impact. In our collective decades of experience we have honed a systematic approach to gaining the organizational clarity any business that values impact in addition to revenue needs to be successful. We will begin the session introducing the coaching team as well as walking through the four foundational principles of organizational clarity in a 15 minute overview presentation. (Shannon Litton, 5by5 Agency) Funding Your Adoption Portable B Covering the cost of adoption can be overwhelming, but we’ll give you invaluable practical tools to help make a plan. Learn easy to manage fundraising and creative income ideas. Interact with representatives from grant organizations and fundraising partners ready to help you navigate grants and other funding opportunities. Bring your questions and come ready to map out plans with our representatives! (Facilitated by: Julie Gumm, Author & Joined by: Becky Wilmoth, Bills Tax Service, JT Olson, Both Hands, Kathy McKinney, Show Hope, Rich Metcalfe, Lifesong for Orphans, Dwain Gullion, ABBA Fund, and Sandy Fuglaar, Pathways for Little Feet) Leadership Strategies for Healthy Organizational Growth B231/233 Passion is not enough for sustainable growth. Prioritizing team culture leads to a vibrant and sustainable workplace. Learn practical tools to incorporate immediately into your staff meetings, strategic planning and personal leadership development. (Todd & Beth Guckenberger, Back2Back Ministries) Post Adoption Support: Why Group Work is Critical B202/203 As families seek post adoption services, more agencies and organizations are responding. Group work has been an essential dynamic within support services. Come join us as we share what has worked and what has not through our years of providing post adoption support groups for adoptees and their parents. You will experience hands-on examples of curriculum as well as a foundational introduction related to how to implement groups for adoptees and parents. (Melanie Chung-Sherman & Nikki Carroll, ChristianWorks) Preparing Our Hearts to Receive: A Women’s Mini Spiritual Retreat HUB (B181) Most of us faced a mountain of details before departing home for CAFO2018. And that came on top of the ever-present needs we face daily at the heart of our vocation. So weariness and strain likely travel with us. We may feel disquiet within, even cold. Come, catch your breath, rest your soul and prepare your heart to attend to the Father. This set-apart time will include music, prayerful scripture reading, short devotional reflections, silence, journaling, refreshments, and friendship. (Facilitated by Rachel Medefind, Adoptive/Foster Mom & Writer; Barbara Rainey, FamilyLife & Ever Thine Home and Sara Hagerty Author & Speaker)

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Rooted: Gospel Driven Parenting Principles for Adoptive & Foster Families B208 Learn about the basic principles and skills in the ROOTED parenting training approach, which is producing good fruit across the country in local church orphan ministries, adoption agencies, support groups and counseling practices. The session will include practical and interactive training from ROOTED speakers in areas like “play therapy,” spiritual warfare and creating a “Safe Church” for struggling families. (Facilitated by: Paul Pennington, Hope for Orphans Joined by: Pastor Halim Suh, Austin Stone Community Church; Mary Bennett, PhD, Texas State University; and Elizabeth Pennington, Apollos Center for Healing and Growth) Sustainable Social Enterprises: Hands-On How to Get Started (or Accelerate!) B243/244 Work on your own plan for a new and/or accelerated Sustainable Social Enterprise that is well-integrated with your current ministry. You will learn some keys to success and then you will develop your ideas in a roundtable format where you will receive feedback and guidance from experienced practitioners — ultimately walking out with an action plan and clear next steps! (Facilitated by: Vivienne Bechtold, CAFO Sustainable Social Enterprise Director Joined by: Erica Hall, Akola Project; Joe Knittig, Global Orphan Project/GOEX; Andy Lehman, Lifesong for Orphans; Justin Carabello, Carabello Coffee; and Randy Price, Right at Home) The Foster Journey: Characteristics of a Great Foster Parent B245/246 Much effort is spent on recruiting more foster parents. But what are the characteristics of great foster parenting and how do we help ourselves and others aspire to this greatness? Come engage in a discussion with former foster youth and seasoned foster parents and glean the most important lessons they’ve learned. Whether you are on the road to foster care or on your way through it, this workshop has been created just for you. (Johnston Moore, Home Forever; Trent Taylor, Former Foster Youth & Adoptee; Trisha Weber; Alex Lyons, Foster Care Alumnus; and Jamie Lynn Moore) The Power of Play in Healing Trauma MPR Sometimes the unspeakable can be “spoken” in non-verbal ways. We will unpack the neurobiology of trauma and the neurobiology of play – and tie this to developmentally sensitive methods for helping children build safety, show, and tell the stories of the hard things that have happened through art, sand, and play – and therefore heal from trauma. (Paris Goodyear-Brown, Nurture House) Three Essential Ingredients for Every Church Ministry A220 We are all well aware of how overwhelming the need is – millions of vulnerable children and families around the world. But our approach to addressing the problems before us in a healthy and helpful way doesn’t have to be. This workshop is uniquely designed for those starting or leading ministries in their church. How do we “message” and structure our ministry in a way that doesn’t overwhelm people but, but compels them? Join us as we talk through three essential principles of movement that will help your ministry gain clarity and define actionable next steps with a sense of confidence and simplicity. (Jason Johnson, Christian Alliance for Orphans) Transition to Family Care Simulation Lab B241/242 This simulation exercise will be focused on expanding an organization’s continuum of care. Using a fictional case study, practitioners will have the opportunity to think through the various components of moving toward family care, all in a low-stakes environment. Experts will be on hand to help facilitate, while practitioners will take the lead in identifying new opportunities, possible barriers, and creative solutions. (Nicole Wilke, Christian Alliance for Orphans; Kristi Gleason, Bethany Global; Sarah Gesiriech, Faith to Action; Mike Douris, Orphan Outreach; Dr. Delia Pop, Hope and Homes for Children; Phil Aspegren, Casa Viva; Tara Garcia, Identity Mission; Amanda Cox, Hope and Homes for Children; Randy Daniels, Buckner International; Kirti Mishra, Catholic Relief Services; David Kase, Christ’s Hope; Dr. Beverly Nyberg, George Washington University & Independent Consultant; Karen Spencer, Whole Child; and Ian Anand Forber Pratt, Children’s Emergency Relief International)

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t h u r s d a y, 1 0 : 3 0 a m - 1 2 : 0 0 p m Attachment: Parenting With Your Brain In Mind MPR How can we create relational environments in which secure attachments are the more likely outcomes for those for whom we care? Moreover, how does knowing more about how our brains and relationships work together make this more likely? And lastly, how does our awareness of beauty — that of ourselves and of our children — create a smoother path toward secure attachment? (Curt Thompson, MD, Being Known and author of Anatomy of the Soul and The Soul of Shame) Breaking Down Barriers: Making Your Church Accessible for the Special Needs Family B200/201 When we think of accessibility, we typically think of elevators, ramps, and self-opening doors. While our buildings might have the best ramps and parking, let’s explore breaking down the barriers most special needs families face when they walk into a church and these barriers are not always physical. (Meaghan Wall, Stonebriar Community Church) Building a Discipleship Based Orphan Care Ministry in Your Church HUB (B181) The goal of your foster care, adoption and orphan care ministry is not simply to recruit more people to meet a need; it’s to disciple more people to obey a command. Discipleship toward a goal or vision doesn’t just happen – it requires intentionality, purpose and planning. Discover five essential elements of discipleship and construct a general framework of principles for your ministry. You’ll walk away with an action plan of practical “next steps” moving forward. (Jason Johnson, CAFO) Building a Foundation for Independence B231/233 Basic job skills are just a first step in preparing adolescents for self-sufficiency. Successful transition programs build a comprehensive foundation of knowledge, competencies, and life skills needed for independent living. We’ll help you think through the components that will enable your students to navigate independence. (David Nowell, Hope Institute) Building Passion: Communicate Who You Are in Three Minutes or Less! B208 Many opportunities will come your way to tell an audience about your ministry. It may be a church or civic group. Their time is valuable – and so is yours. If you were asked to tell ALL about your ministry in 3-minutes, could you? (Jeff Juhala, Royal Family Kids) Changing the Trajectory of Intercountry Adoption B202/203 Explore key trends, challenges and opportunities in adoption today, from inter-country adoption to U.S. foster-to-adopt. Get a bird’s eye view from top Washington, DC policy experts and examine adoption ethics and the importance of engaging within the larger context of our work to further our impact on orphans. (Facilitated by: Hollen Frazier, All God’s Children International Joined by: Chuck Johnson, NFCA; Becky Weichhand, CCAI; and Daniel Nehrbass, Nightlight) Developing Support Systems that Sustain Families Junction (B156) Learn how to create sustainable wrap-around support for families caring for vulnerable children. Utilizing the Care Community model, discover how to intentionally serve your families with committed volunteers serving in various roles. (Johnna Stein, Promise686) Empowering Parents and Other Caregivers for Holistic Child Development Choir Room Participants will learn the principles of healthy economic empowerment from a case study by The Chalmers Center and Compassion International Togo and develop an action plan to equip caregivers to mobilize their own resources for child development. (Russ Debenport and J. Mark Bowers, The Chalmers Center)

Growing a Foster Care Movement Where You Live A220 A healthy faith-based state foster care movement involves a lot of different individuals and organizations with a wide variety of backgrounds and expertise. Meet a team of experts from these various entities who have seen thriving foster care movements. The team will share the most important lessons they’ve learned along the way. (Facilitated by: Jason Weber, CAFO Joined by: Shelly Radic, Project 1.27; Bishop Aaron Blake, Harvest Family Life; Sharen Ford, Focus on the Family; Lauri Currier, The CALL; Katie O’Dell, Arizona 1.27; and Chris Campbell, 111Project)

It’s Hard to Say Goodbye: Supporting the Grief of Foster Families When a Child Leaves B151/152 How do you support your foster families & their bio children when a foster child is reunified with their “first family?” What about when a child disrupts and moves to a new home/more restrictive placement? Are your families so heartbroken that they are leaving your agency? How do we do a better job with retaining them to care for other children in need? (Kimberly D. Young, The Bair Foundation) Maintaining Conviction and Conscience in Public-Private Partnerships (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Portable A How can a faith-based organization stand firm in its principles while working with governments that hold differing values, from sexuality to the sanctity of life? What conscience protections does current law provide and where are the biggest threats to religious liberty? Explore these questions together with legal experts and fellow practitioners. (Facilitated by: Roger Severino, Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services & Shannon Royce, Center for Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Joined by: Rod Marshall, Alabama Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries) Raising Black Children in a Multiracial Family B243/244 What do moms and dads in transracial families need to know about raising black boys in a society that is struggling deeply with issues of race and identity? What wisdom and tools can we give boys to help them become confident, Christ-hearted men? Listen in to a conversation of African-American dads on race and parenting. (Facilitated by: Kyle Ray, Kentwood Community Church Joined by: DJ Jordan, U.S. Senate Congressional Aide and Virginia’s Kids Belong; Julian Goodson, Bethany Christian Services; Clarkston Morgan, Our Daily Bread Ministries & Ambassador Consultants; and Cole Williams, Cole Speaks LLC. & The Evolution of a Son to a Father) Searching for Hope: Examining Protective Factors in Family Preservation B245/246 Learn how to utilize the Protective Factors for Strengthening Families from the Center for the Study of Social Policy, to examine how agencies and ministries can build and maintain strong, evidenced-based practice, recognize internal and external protective factors and identify gaps that may impact the success of those you serve. (Amy Curtis, Dr. David Ummel, and Kandyce Ormes, Buckner) Steps Toward Expanding Your Continuum of Care Portable D Evidence suggests the ideal place for children to be raised is in a healthy, stable, loving family. Moving toward family care can seem overwhelming, but is best achieved one step at a time. This project will create a road map to help organizations reform and/ or expand their programs so as to play a vital part of a full continuum of care in their region. (Facilitated by: Phil Darke, Providence World Joined by: Delia Pop, Hope and Homes for Children; Sarah Gesiriech, Faith to Action; Mike Douris, Orphan Outreach; Tracy Imbach, American Friends of International China Concern; Kristi Gleason, Bethany Global; and Corbey Dukes, Kids Alive) Trauma and Trauma Wise Care B241/242 Trust-Based Relational Intervention®, or TBRI®, is a holistic, attachment-based, and trauma-informed intervention designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. TBRI® offers practical tools for caregivers and professionals to help children from hard places reach their highest potential. (Daren Jones and Amanda Purvis, TCU) Understanding the Dynamic Connection Between Emotional and Spiritual Health Ministry Center (A104) We’ll discuss what the journey of becoming both emotionally and spiritually healthy looks like – and how to grow in that journey. You will leave the workshop with deeper insight to evaluate their own emotional and spiritual health. (David Schooler, Back2Back) C Lobby (2nd Floor)

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t h u r s d a y, 1 : 1 5 - 2 : 1 5 p m 10 Considerations for Designing a New Ministry for Children Separated From Their Own Families A220 Redesign your existing children’s home or develop a new ministry for children who have been separated from their own families. We’ll give a special focus to help people bring about change in the orphanage they love. You’ll leave with knowledge about the most important needs of these children, and practical ideas for how to implement alternative forms of care in your situation. (Philip Aspegren, Casa Viva) Building a Culture of Excellence in Small Group Homes (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Portable B Are the small group homes you know developing a “culture of excellence?” Join this informative discussion to define what such “excellence” looks like. Receive a practical assessment tool that helps identify what homes are doing well – and how they must improve. Bring your own challenges and successes to contribute! (Matt Parker, Kids Alive International) Building on Firm Foundations: Communities of Faith, Vulnerable Children and their Fathers, and HIV/AIDS B151/152 For 15 years, PEPFAR’s (the President’s Emergency Plan for HIV/AIDS Relief) success is in no small part due to the partnership built with the faith-based community and a joint mission to both care for the orphan and vulnerable child, and to father those who are fatherless. Learn how you can protect orphans and vulnerable children from violence, abuse, and HIV/AIDS and how to engage men and boys – and particularly fathers — in reaching this goal. (Dr. Susan Hillis and Dr. Gretchen Bachmann, President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Community Mapping: A Simple Tool for Finding Your Fit and Serving Children and Families Better B208 Community mapping is a tool that can reveal resources, relationships, and opportunities already available in a community. It can uncover gaps in available services that need to be filled, and highlight similar efforts that might benefit from collaboration. Every organization can use this tool to become more efficient and effective in the work they are doing to care for orphans and vulnerable children. (Kimberly Quinley, Keeping Families Together) The Cost of Collaboration (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Portable D Everyone talks about collaboration being a good thing….so why is it so hard? Join this discussion to address some of the most challenging issue of collaboration: branding and money. What has to happen for organizations to be more effective together? (Facilitated by: Adrien Lewis, GO Project Joined by: Lesli Reece, Fostering Together and Andy Cook, Promise 686) Cultivating a Co-Missional Marriage Ministry Center (A104) Beth and Todd have fought for two and a half decades to stay connected in their marriage relationship. This is not for a PG audience, and they will be frank about issues relating to conflict resolution, intimacy and missional marriage. (Todd & Beth Guckenberger, Back2Back Ministries) Encouraging Indigenous Adoption B231/233 How can we encourage local adoption in non-Western countries, especially places where adoption is viewed negatively by traditional culture? Hear from leaders who are advancing this vision around the world — what works, what doesn’t, and what matters most in working to see churches, families and communities embrace adoption. (Aixa Lopez, Guatemala Joined by: Jephat Chifamba, Zimbabwe; Oleg Shelashkyi, Ukraine; Daniel Kaggwa, Uganda; and Alex Sam, India) Funding Ministry: A Practical Guide for Raising Money Even When You Don’t Want To Choir Room Virtually every person in ministry dislikes raising funds, seeing it as a necessary evil so that real ministry can happen. We’ll provide practical steps to finding the real donor dollars to keep ministry humming. (Arnie Adkison, Buckner International)

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Nurturing the Spiritual Life of Kids and Families B202/203 God designed for children to be raised by nurturing, Christ-hearted parents. However, ministries can contribute immensely to the spiritual health of the children and families we serve. As Christian organizations, we are in a unique and powerful place to

bring together God’s plan for redemption. Join global ministry veterans as they share and discuss successful models for spiritual development. (Facilitated by: Randy Daniels, Buckner International Joined by: Jerry Haag, One More Child; Phil Darke, Providence World; and Maron & Precious Chomba, Lifesong for Orphans) Praise & Petition Portable A Amidst the whirl of our lives, perhaps nothing is more refreshing than the chance to raise praise and petition to God, together with others who share our hurts and hopes…thanksgiving and prayer for vulnerable children and families and the response of God’s people all over the world. Join for one hour of simple music, thanksgiving and prayer. (Led by Robbie Seay Band) Regulation to Reason B245/246 Children’s thinking brains cannot be accessed for learning until they are regulated and connected. Empowering, connecting and correcting strategies will be shared to provide a combination of high structure and high nurture while creating connections and a culture of kindness in our classrooms. (Paris Goodyear-Brown, Nurture House) Rethinking Children’s Ministry: Creating an Environment of Felt-Safety HUB (B181) Children’s ministry is perhaps the most vital ministry of the church. It is why families come, stay, and unfortunately sometimes leave. We focus on the programs to make a Children’s Ministry great, but often forget the impact of making children feel safe and loved. Creating an environment of felt-safety is the foundation on which children are able to connect in relationship. (Ryan and Kayla North, Empowered to Connect) Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 1) MPR Each of us tells a story, whether we know we are doing so or not. From the beginning of creation, shame has played the role of spoiler. But the Gospel seeks to reverse all that. This two-part workshop will explore how shame seeks to infect the care we offer to the orphan by first infecting us, and how the healing of shame leads to a story of redemption of the orphan by first redeeming us. (Curt Thompson, MD, Being Known and author of Anatomy of the Soul and The Soul of Shame) Story & Service: A Conversation with Adult Adoptees B200/201 All people know hurt, and those who faced loss as children know it double. But our own experience of grief can become the very source of the unique gift we have to give the world. And, our healing deepens as we offer that gift in service. Listen in as adult adoptees share. (Facilitated by: Sandeep Thomas, Adult Adoptee Joined by: Kelley Nikondeha, Storyteller, Author, & Communities of Hope and Diego Fuller, Adult Adoptee, Musical Artist, & B.I.G Records and Foundation) Therapies for Children from Hard Places B241/242 This workshop will help participants identify and assess therapies/programs as being evidence-based. It will also discuss the major types of evidence-based therapies available to children from hard places and their functions within the holistic therapeutic context. (Mandy R. Hiles Howard, Ph.D., Samford University) Trust-Based Parenting: Healing the Heart and Engaging the Child B243/244 Creating healing attachment in children is foundational work for those of us caring for children from hard places. Join us as we talk about how to help children go from relational hurt to relational health. We will explore how Trust-Based Relational Intervention® takes children who have been hurt in relationship, and help them to heal through relationships. (Daren Jones and Amanda Purvis, TCU) C Lobby (2nd Floor)

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Building Support Groups for Adoptive and Foster Families (Christine Otts, Replanted) Coming Alongside Families in Crisis to Preserve the Family (Jim Whitfield and David Anderson, Safe Families) Grants, Fundraising, & Community Engagement for your Nonprofit (Felix Gonzalez, Love Made Visible) Launching and Leading a Foster Care, Adoption and Orphan Care Ministry in My Church (Jason Johnson, CAFO)

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t h u r s d a y, 2 : 3 0 - 3 : 3 0 p m Adoption: Where Do I Start? Portable B Come learn practical next steps as your family considers adoption. We’ll share valuable insights as you begin the journey, stories and first-hand experiences – and have lots of Q&A time. Find tangible personalized resources for your family and church. (Jenny Miller, Loving Shepherd Ministries) Caring For Yourself While Caring For Children From Trauma B243/244 You love your kids but everyday is an uphill battle with them. Because of their special needs you are exhausted. You know you need to take better care of yourself but you don’t know how to even begin. We’ll walk through key steps to take better care of you while you’re caring for children from traumatic pasts. (Mike & Kristen Berry, Confessions Of An Adoptive Parent LLC) Children with Special Needs and How to Support Them B202/203 Children with special needs are some of the very most vulnerable in an society. Many ministries feel ill-equipped to address their unique challenges, leaving them without access to the services they so desperately need to thrive. Learn practical tips for caring for children with special needs, their families, and their communities. (Dr. Delia Pop, Hope and Homes for Children) Church and State Partnerships in Foster Care A220 Let’s be honest – whether you are a social worker or a member of the faith community, you have a least some reservations about working with “the other side.” Learn from those who have seen great results from these vital partnerships and have lived to tell about it. (Jami Kaeb, The Forgotten Initiative & LifeSong for Orphans; Tom Lukasik, 4KIDS of South Florida; Rhonda Littleton, A Home For Me; and Felicia Mason-Edwards, Texas Department of Family and Protective Services) Communications & Marketing Collaborative (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Portable D Calling all Communications & Marketing Teams! What if the Christian orphan care movement aligned its words, phrases and definitions to best serve orphans and vulnerable children worldwide? What if we educated our audiences accurately both internally and externally? Come ready to discuss and receive a free resource to help develop your brand. (Karl Dinker & Ashley Otani, CAFO) Designing a Life Skill Program B231/233 Learn the tools for the trade and gain hands-on experience in learning steps in building a Life Skills Program for their work in international orphan care. Learn what life skills are, why they are needed and how to build a simple blueprint for a life skills program in their specific context. (Matt Laughlin, Lifeline Children’s Services) Leading for the Long-Haul: Strategies for Strong Leadership through Peaks & Valleys B208 An effective, seasoned CEO with more than two decades of senior level experience will walk participants through 10 vital tips to providing visionary, strategic and enduring leadership through the peaks and valleys of ministry. (Jerry Haag, One More Child) Praise & Petition Portable A Amidst the whirl of our lives, perhaps nothing is more refreshing than the chance to raise praise and petition to God, together with others who share our hurts and hopes…thanksgiving and prayer for vulnerable children and families and the response of God’s people all over the world. Join for one hour of simple music, thanksgiving and prayer. (Led by: Ashley Reed, Gateway Frisco; Jennifer Todd, Freedom Church – Bedford; Lyndon Gonzal, Upper Room Dallas)

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Regulation to Reason (Continued) B245/246 Children’s thinking brains cannot be accessed for learning until they are regulated and connected. Empowering, connecting and correcting strategies will be shared to provide a combination of high structure and high nurture while creating connections and a culture of kindness in our classrooms. (Paris Goodyear-Brown, Nurture House) Take a quick survey, we value your feedback: CAFO2018.ORG/workshop-survey

Rethinking Children’s Ministry: Creating an Environment of Felt-Safety (Continued) HUB (B181) Children’s ministry is perhaps the most vital ministry of the church. It is why families come, stay, and unfortunately sometimes leave. We focus on the programs that make a Children’s Ministry great, but often forget the impact of making children feel safe and loved. Creating an environment of felt-safety is the foundation on which children are able to connect in relationship. (Ryan and Kayla North, Empowered to Connect) Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 2) MPR What does the healing of shame look like in real life, not just in theory? How does its healing lead not merely our “feeling better about ourselves” but the transformation of every vocational domain that we occupy, not least being that of parents and caretakers of orphans? (Curt Thompson, MD, Being Known and author of Anatomy of the Soul and The Soul of Shame) Transforming Short-Term Missions Junction (B156) An estimated two million Christians participate in short-term mission trips each year. With this comes great potential for both good and harm. We’ll highlight examples of good practice and then small groups will have the opportunity for co-creation of innovative STM models that are aligned with the best available knowledge. (Nicole Wilke, Christian Alliance for Orphans; Sarah Gesiriech, Faith to Action; Dr. Delia Pop, Hope and Homes for Children; Kristi Gleason, Bethany Global; Martha Hall, Catholic Relief Services; Katherine Cheng, Orphan Outreach; Kate Borders, World Orphans; Sandy Spengler, Lifesong; Shelly Owens, Go Be Love; Elli Oswald, Faith to Action Initiative; and Dr. Beverly Nyberg, George Washington University & Independent Consultant) Trust-Based Relationships in the Global Community B151/152 Trust-Based Relational Intervention, is a holistic, attachment-based, and trauma-informed intervention designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children around the world. TBRI® offers practical tools for those on the front lines, working with children who have experienced trauma. (Daren Jones and Amanda Purvis, TCU) Understanding the Life and Heart of a Birth Mother B200/201 Listen to this panel of birth mothers and discover what it’s like being a birth mother today in the world of openness. Also, learn practical ways to honor birth parents and how to talk about the empowering option of adoption. (Facilitated by Terri Marcroft, Unplanned Good & Bailey Guthrie, Brave Love Joined by: Laura Brumett, Stephanie Simpson, Dominique White, and Angela Williams, Birth Mothers) Vibrant Ministry Springs from Healthy Souls Choir Room Whether running an organization or caring for children, ministry often leaves us spent. What habits and practices can help sustain us for the long journey — not only to persevere, but to serve amidst great hurt with light hearts and bright eyes? Join in a conversation with leaders who take this question seriously, and come away with specific choices and habits to strengthen the soul of your ministry, your family and your team. (Facilitated by: Jedd Medefind, Christian Alliance for Orphans Joined by: Beth Guckenberger, Back2Back Ministries; Gary Schneider, Every Orphan’s Hope; Rich Metcalf, Lifesong for Orphans) When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being B241/242 Stepping into the lives of hurting children and adults is a calling. The joy of seeing others find healing can bring with it a challenge of maintaining emotional health to those who help carry their burden. This workshop will take a fresh look at the impact of secondary trauma and offer strategies to maintaining one’s own emotional well-being. (Jayne Schooler, Back2Back Ministries) C Lobby (2nd Floor)

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Chai with Sandeep and Ruth: Using our Stories to Encourage Other Adoptees (Sandeep and Ruth Thomas) How to Talk with Children about Adoption (Tara VanderWoude) Importance of Personality Profiles in OVC Excellence (David Rudko, Providence World) Launching & Leading a Foster Care, Adoption & Orphan Care Ministry in My Church (Steve Gillis, Patch Our Planet) Tips for Engaging Business Leaders to Engage With Your Ministry (Tony Mitchell, tmLeadership LLC)

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t h u r s d a y, 3 : 4 5 - 4 : 4 5 p m Always Ready – Resilience in My Back Pocket B200/201 “I would if I could!” Youth who have not learned to be resilient experience challenges in their attempt to become successful young adults. With the 7-essential building blocks of resilience, workers can help youth sort through their strengths and needs, develop strategies for problem-solving and then monitor the progress of their growing resilience. (Lynn & Ruby Johnston, LAMb International) Best Intentions: When Personal Experiences Intersect with Ministry and Helping B231/233 Entering into ministry calls for courage and the heart to serve others. For those who enter the field through a lived experience such as adoption and foster care, there is an additional layer that is both personal and profound embedded into their work. Because of this, there is an ongoing need for active self-awareness related to how each personal experience may influence those being served. (Nikki Carroll, Torrey Carroll, and Melanie Chung-Sherman, ChristianWorks) Big Ideas for Church Orphan Care Ministry HUB (B181) There’s so many things to consider, resources that are needed and ideas about what to do and how to do it. How do you make sense of it all? Whether you’re a pastor, ministry leader or passionate church member this session will narrow the scope a little bit and give you 3 “big ideas.” (Facilitated by: Jason Johnson, CAFO Joined by: Andrew Holland, Hope Fort Worth; Bruce Kendrick, Watermark Community Church; Angela Gonzalez, Mosaic Church Orlando; and Blaine Hamilton, PhD, Southeast Christian Church) The Bridge: Insights from CAFO’s Aging Out Initiative (U.S. Foster Care) MPR Hear from frontline practitioners, explore research, examine successful practices and participate in idea sharing around the five core elements of CAFO’s Aging Out Initiative bridge to successful life transitions for youth aging out of the U.S. Foster System. (Facilitated by: W. Scott Brown, CAFO/Christian Leadership Alliance Joined by: Lisa Castetter, Teen Leadership Foundation; Kile Bateman, Evangel Temple & PhasedIn; and Kerri Dunkelberger, Olive Crest) Building an Effective Internship Program: Expand Capacity While Investing in Young Leaders B208 Interns provide the energy, fresh perspective and extra hands that many of us are looking for. Investing in interns has been particularly worthwhile for CAFO and we want you to begin the same rewarding journey. Come learn very practically about the nuts and bolts of starting, growing, and maintaining a high quality internship program. (Brandie Smith & Leah St. Pierre, CAFO) The Comprehensive Assessment of the Adopted Child – from Worms to Wiggles A220 Explore the comprehensive medical, developmental and emotional assessment needs of adopted children and how and when to seek resources for children who come from early adversity. (Judith K. Eckerle, M.D. & Megan Bresnahan OTR/L, University of Minnesota) Developing & Maintaining a Thriving Child Sponsorship Program (CAFO Member Only Organizations Only) Portable A Child sponsorships are a highly-effective way to connect advocates with children in a way that can affects true change in both over time. Join fellow CAFO members to discuss hard-earned success alongside challenges and pitfalls in the development and management of a well-run child sponsorship program. Bring your own key practices to share and discuss. (Facilitated by Kory Kaeb, Lifesong for Orphans) Excellence in Education and Discipleship in Schools that Minister to Orphans B151/152 In ministering to orphans and vulnerable children, often we choose to implement education in the ministry. The schools we develop should be of the highest quality in discipleship and education to lead children to successful life. (Bobby Waite, Lifesong for Orphans)

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Help! How Can I Get My Church to Observe Orphan Sunday? Portable B You’ve heard all the hype, you’ve seen all the resources, but your church is still missing out on the power of Orphan Sunday to change lives. Hear from veteran Orphan Sunday Pastors and Coordinators about how to share Orphan Sunday with your church. (Pastor Eric Mills, National Director Michelle Vernon, Michigan Coordinator Jodi Lewis, Canada Coordinator Brandalyn Musial, Florida Coordinator Steve Hogue)

How To Create a Safety Plan B243/244 You’ve been investigated. A child in your home has acted out against another child and your home cannot function the same way it used to. You need to institute a safety plan to ensure everyone (including you) is safe. But how? We will walk through key steps to formulating and instilling a safety plan in your home. (Mike & Kristen Berry, Confessions Of An Adoptive Parent LLC) Hungering for God Amidst Clamor and Great Need B202/203 Gather to remember and reimagine our deepest calling: friendship with God. Explore concrete means of training our hearts to be alive to Him amidst our daily pouring-out to ministry and home. Among other themes from the book Unseen, we’ll look at the freedom found in recognizing ourselves to be finite creatures. (Sara Hagerty, Author & Speaker & Rachel Medefind, Adoptive/Foster Mom & Writer) Nurturing the Spiritual Strength of Your Team (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Portable D The long, complex road of service will soon wear down and disrupt a team unless their work rises from an inner strength and healthy souls. What challenges and successes have you experienced while seeking to maintain a vibrant faith — both personally and as an organization? How have you encouraged healthy individual habits and also cultivated growth together? Come ready to discuss. (Jeff Jones, Buckner International) The Power of Words Choir Room Words can convey compassion, respect, and acceptance, or they can send unintentional negative messages to and about those who make up the adoption triad. Join for a discussion of a topic that can be fraught with the ‘landmines’ of wanting to be both natural in our language, and at the same time, avoid words and phrases that can carry meaning and weight that we don’t intend. (Kris Faasse, Bethany Christian Services & Carissa Woodwyk, Author and Therapist) Transforming Short Term Missions (Continued) Junction (B156) An estimated two million Christians participate in short-term mission trips each year. With this comes great potential for both good and harm. We’ll highlight examples of good practice and then small groups will have the opportunity for co-creation of innovative STM models that are aligned with the best available knowledge. This will be a launching point for future CAFO community engagement with STM. (Nicole Wilke, Christian Alliance for Orphans; Sarah Gesiriech, Faith to Action; Dr. Delia Pop, Hope and Homes for Children; Kristi Gleason, Bethany Global; Martha Hall, Catholic Relief Services; Katherine Cheng, Orphan Outreach; Kate Borders, World Orphans; Sandy Spengler, Lifesong; Shelly Owens, Go Be Love; Elli Oswald, Faith to Action Initiative; and Dr. Beverly Nyberg, George Washington University & Independent Consultant) Trauma in the Classroom B245/246 Learn how reframing students’ behaviors and recognizing that developmental factors contribute to behaviors. It will also identify concrete ways to empower, connect, and correct students in educational settings including how to teach self-regulation, proactively practice social skills, and meet physiological needs. (Mandy R. Hiles Howard, Ph.D., Samford University) When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being (Continued) B241/242 Stepping into the lives of hurting children and adults is a calling to which many respond. The joy of seeing others find healing can bring with it a challenge of maintaining emotional health to those who help carry their burden. We’ll look at the impact of secondary trauma and offer strategies to maintaining one’s own emotional well-being. (Jayne Schooler, Back2Back Ministries) C Lobby (2nd Floor)

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Building Bridges: Keys to Developing Effective Local Networks (David Hennessey; International Leaders Only) Launching and Leading a Foster Care, Adoption and Orphan Care Ministry in My Church (Ty Bryant, Promise686) Refugee Foster Care: Homes for Children Who Are Forced To Flee (Tiara Barnwell, Bethany Christian Services) Special Needs Care Solutions in Developing Nations (Anne Marie Stern, myLIFEspeaks) What’s the Secret to Getting Along With My Kids? (Daniel Nehrbass, Nightlight)

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f r i d a y, 8 : 3 0 - 9 : 3 0 a m Building New Systems: Growing Foster Care in Countries Where it Doesn’t Exist Choir Room In some cultures, foster care is a foreign concept. In settings where the only other care option is large scale residential care, organizations can be left grappling with the tension between knowing evidence suggests children grow best in healthy families and being limited by contextual constraints. Hear as leaders share their stories and mistakes. (Mike Douris, Orphan Outreach; Phil Aspegren, Casa Viva; and Kristi Gleason, Bethany Global) Caring for the Refugee Orphan in the Name of Jesus B231/233 What is a Biblical response to caring for the refugee? In a Muslim-majority country, Pastor Mommad Yamout shows us a God-honoring example of the Church caring for the refugee and orphan in the name of Jesus. (Facilitated by: Pastor Mohammad Yamout, Church of Tyre, Lebanon Joined by: Trace Thurlby, The Global Orphan Project) Creating a Trauma-Informed Culture in your Ministry Site Junction (B156) Trying to shift from being “trauma aware” to “trauma-informed” in your global orphan-care ministry? This workshop will address practical ideas for how to shift your staff culture and provide principles for a trauma-informed children’s home. (Caroline Burns, Back2Back Ministries) Do Your Financials Attract Donors and Lenders? B202/203 Learn how to set goals for your financials that will increase your ability to secure funding from gifts and grants. These indicators become targets for your organization to strengthen fundraising capacity and accomplish mission. Donors will learn how to evaluate financial capacity of charities they are considering supporting. (Caryn Ryan, Missionwell) Fearful Women Wanted: How Fear of the Lord Shapes Lives that Save Lives B241/242 Consider Biblical truths and practical insights for actively obeying God in defending children from hard places, challenging the culture, loving your neighbors and impacting your church communities. (Aixa de López, Author and Speaker) Finding Your Fit in Foster Care B151/152 You want to help others make a difference in the lives of kids and families in foster care, but outside of foster parenting and adoption, you aren’t exactly sure how to help them make the most impact. This workshop will help you clarify how your gifts, personality and experiences can make the biggest difference in various aspects of foster care. (Facilitated by: Jason Weber, Christian Alliance for Orphans Joined by: Michelle Douglas, The CALL; Elizabeth Occhipinti, Miriam’s Heart; Kevin Enders, 4KIDS of South Florida; Johnston Moore, Home Forever; and Melissa Blum, CAFO Foster Movement National Prayer Coordinator) Geographical CAFO Member Meetings (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Connect with CAFO members serving in the region where you serve. • Europe Portable B • East & West Africa Ministry Center (A104) • Southern Africa B214 • Latin America B218 • Asia B215 Give Me a Break! How to Host a Respite Night for Foster & Adoptive Families at Your Church B200/201 Connect with and support foster & adoptive families in your community by hosting a respite night at your church. Receive practical tools to provide caregivers a much-needed break, while keeping kids happy & safe. (Denise Kendrick & Mary Wells, Embrace Texas)

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Impact of Adoption and Foster Care on Biological and Permanent Children MPR This workshop address five major impacts parents need to know about when adding children to their family. It will offer strategies to help families meet the emotional needs of all within the home. (Jayne Schooler, Back2Back Ministries) Keeping Integrity in the Stories You Share A220 When it comes to advocating for orphans and vulnerable children, how do we maintain integrity while fully engaging with supporters, donors, and the public? We’ll dive deep to discuss how to engage without exploitation. (Ronne Rock, Orphan Outreach; Pam Parish, Connection Homes; and Emily Richards, Show Hope) Patient Pursuit: Loving Your Children When They Do Not Love You Back B243/244 How do you pursue a child who pushes you away? Together we’ll take an honest look at God’s patient pursuit of us, the barriers to us pursuing our children, and practical, proven strategies for building trust and relationship. (Jennifer Phillips & Karla Thrasher, Lifeline Children’s Services) Preparing for Adoption: Unpacking Motivation and Expectations to Increase Placement Stability Portable A This session will look at various reasons families adopt as well as possible expectations of both child and parents that can give hope and promise or lead to frustration and dissonance. (Kris Faasse, Bethany Christian Services) Special Children, Real Families Portable D Families called to adopt a child with special needs might have never interacted with a family living out this unique vocation. Families who have internationally adopted children with a range of diagnoses will share their experiences. (Carla Dobrovits, Reece’s Rainbow) Spiritual Exercises to Develop Secure Attachment as Adults B245/246 As we work with children from hard places, we come to see that we cannot take a child to a place we have not been ourselves. We’ll provide practices and tools to help develop secure attachment as adults, strengthening our relationship with God and our children. (Juan Porto, Back2Back Ministries) The Parent & Adoptee Relationship: Preparing for Independence B208 Teen years bring fresh challenges in any child’s relationship with their parents. This can be all the more complex when adoption is part of the equation. What is most important to see is adoptive parents and their children ultimately grow closer through it all. Hear from a panel of adoptees and their parents. (Facilitated by: Kelley Nikondeha, Storyteller & Author, Communities of Hope Joined by: Sandeep Thomas, Adult Adoptee; Vanita Thomas, Adoptive Parent; Diane Shaw, Adoptive Parent; Breanna Shaw, Adult Adoptee; Daniel Nale, Adoptive Parent; and Luke Nale, Adult Adoptee) Working in the Shadows: Strategic Planning for Lay Leaders HUB (B181) Are you a lay leader unsure of your next steps? Do you want to engage more people but aren’t sure how? We’ll cover the five elements of a lay-led orphan care ministry: your purpose, your church, your team, your plan, and yourself. You’ll walk away with a written plan and action steps to communicate with your team. (Laura Mobley, Traders Point Christian Church & Hands of Hope) C Lobby (2nd Floor)

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Building Support Groups for Adoptive and Foster Families (Amanda Dittmer) Child Status Index: A Free Tool to Measure Our Progress (Dr. Bev Nyberg, George Washington Uni. & Scott Rauth) Giving a Voice to Older & Special Needs Orphans: Host (Hope) Programs (Michelle Vernon) Launching & Leading a Foster Care, Adoption & Orphan Care Ministry in My Church (Eric Porter, Backyard Orphans) Living the Realities of Open Adoption Day-to-Day (Terri Marcroft, Brave Love) Major Gift Fundraising: Asking Without Fear (Josh Wren, Mission Increase Foundation)

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f r i d a y, 9 : 4 5 - 1 0 : 4 5 a m Becoming Fluent in Difficult Stories: How to Manage the Tension Between Hope and Hard B241/242 We’ll address the reality of working within stories that aren’t easy and don’t have predictable futures. We will discuss spiritual disciplines and practical strategies that help us understand what matters most. (Beth Guckenburger, Back2Back Ministries) Big Ideas in Foster Care B151/152 What are some of the most pressing issues and innovative ideas on the minds of foster care leaders today? Come hear a series of short presentations that will introduce you to some of the most promising practices in foster care today. Come ready to grab onto some big ideas of your own! (Facilitated by: Jason Weber, Christian Alliance for Orphans Joined by: Rita Soronen, Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption; Rob Geen, Annie E. Casey Foundation; Chris Campbell, 111Project; and Adrien Lewis, Global Orphan Project) Building a Foundation for Independence, Part Two: Applying the Principles Portable A As a follow-up to “Building A Foundation for Independence,” this session will take goals established by participants in the first session and develop actual action plans to achieve those goals. (David Nowell, Hope Institute) Building a Teen’s Capacity for Relationship: The Ongoing Impact of Trauma and Loss MPR Teens with a history of trauma and loss have great need of support and validation. We’ll help you in understanding the “perfect storm” of a teen’s trauma history and emerging adolescent stressors, why the adult relationship is fundamental to healing and how to recollect strategies to manage adolescents with a traumatic history. (Julie Cooper, Back2Back Ministries) Building Up National Leaders (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Portable B Even as we lead organizations serving children, we recognize that one of the most enduring legacies we can leave in any country is strong, effective and Christ-hearted national leaders with deep love for vulnerable children. Come both to learn from and share with fellow leaders of CAFO member organizations that desire to invest in local leaders, organizations and networks. (Mike Douris, Orphan Outreach) Developing a Ministry Action Plan HUB (B181) Learn how your church or organization can “MAP” out a plan to help launch or carry your existing adoption/foster care ministry to the next level. Ministry Action Plan (MAP) helps ministry leaders walk through a simple and measurable goal-setting process by utilizing an easy-to-use tool that aids in the setting of attainable goals that will solidify and grow their ministry. (Ty Bryant, Promise686) Effective Reintegration B245/246 Reuniting children with biological family is rightly described as the first priority whenever it is safely possible, but this work is fraught with pitfalls and complexity. Learn key principles and how-to practices from the successful reintegration of more than 1,800 youth in Kenya with their parents or kin over the past decade. (Blake Gibbs, Agape Children’s Ministry) Effective Uses of Technology in Global Orphan Care Junction (B156) In a world of ever increasing technology, nonprofits and orphan care organizations have been burned with new technologies. Come for a frank discussion on what technology is effective (and ineffective) for organizations like ours. (Patrick Childers, Connecting Kids With Care)

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Key Considerations in Giving Adoption Aid Grants that Serve the Whole Child & Family (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Portable D Of the many things that can deter families from pursuing adoption, the costs associated are often cited as the most overwhelming barrier. Many support organizations exist to help families overcome this barrier. Come participate in a strategic and collaborative conversation as we explore key elements when reviewing Adoption Aid grant applications. (Emily Chapman Richards & Kathy McKinney, Show Hope) Take a quick survey, we value your feedback: CAFO2018.ORG/workshop-survey

Leading Leaders: Developing the Leaders on Your Team A220 Your organization’s growth potential is directly related to your leaders. Grow your leaders and you will grow your organization. Come and assess where you stand as a leader of leaders. Learn the difference between managing and leading and leave with a plan of action steps. (Sherri McClurg, PsyD, New Horizons for Children & John Maxwell Team) The Parent & Adoptee Relationship: Preparing for Independence (Conversation Hour) B208 Teen years bring fresh challenges in any child’s relationship with their parents and in their use of increasing freedom. Join the parents & adoptees from the first hour for this continued time of rich discussion and Q&A. (Facilitated by: Kelley Nikondeha, Storyteller & Author, Communities of Hope Joined by: Sandeep Thomas, Adult Adoptee; Vanita Thomas, Adoptive Parent; Diane Shaw, Adoptive Parent; Breanna Shaw, Adult Adoptee; Daniel Nale, Adoptive Parent; and Luke Nale, Adult Adoptee) Relational-Centered Serving B202/203 Have you ever felt called to serve the vulnerable, but tried and felt defeated before you even got very far in? Have you ever wondered why the people you are trying to help respond the way that they do? Learn how to empower without enabling or excluding, how our lens changes our view, and how we can know we are honoring God in serving others. (Donna K. Nicholson, Bethany Christian Services) Transitioning Donors to Accommodate New Models Choir Room As we gain more knowledge about how best to care for orphans and vulnerable children, we may need to transition elements of our programs to reflect this new information. One essential step is to educate donors – ensuring we have adequate support to transition successfully. Join for practical tips for communicating with donors the new models of care, and to growing them to be your biggest advocates! (Dr. Delia Pop, Hope and Homes for Children) Trauma & Mental Health: What Does It All Mean? B231/233 Are you confused about your child’s mental health diagnosis or don’t know where to start? With so many diagnoses out there, it can be helpful to gain some clarity on the common mental health diagnoses our kiddos experience. Participants will be able to distinguish between ADHD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder in comparison to trauma related symptoms. (Jenn Hook, Replanted Ministry) Understanding and Embracing the Inherent Loss and Grief in Adoption B200/201 While adoption is widely celebrated and brings joy to many, the truth is that adoption is a response to a tragedy or breakdown in a family’s life and/or community and culture. It is imperative that parents understand, acknowledge, and give voice to the various losses, allowing their children to express grief and to feel understood, known, and supported. (Tara VanderWoude, Social Worker, Advocate, Educator) When Life Doesn’t Match Your Picture B243/244 You had a picture of how your adoption story would go. Now life doesn’t match your picture and you shift between anxiety and despair. Learn how to choose the path of belief, practically walk in the gospel, and embrace the story God has given you. (Jennifer Phillips, Lifeline Children’s Services) C Lobby (2nd Floor)

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Help! I’m planning an Orphan Sunday Event (Jodie Lewis, Chris Gray & Janiece Wieschhaus) Major Gift Fundraising: Asking Without Fear (Josh Wren, Mission Increase Foundation) Monitoring and Evaluation: How Do We Measure the Care We Provide? (Dr. Beverly Nyberg & Michelle Li) Parenting Children from Hard Places (Angela M. Proctor) Working in the Shadows: Strategic Planning for Lay Leaders (Laura Mobley, Hands of Hope)

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workshop tracks a d v o ca cy & c o m mun i c a ti o n s Wed, 3:00pm • Critical Clarity to Drive Your Organization Forward Thur, 10:30am • Building Passion: Communicate Who You Are in Three Minutes or Less! Thur, 3:45pm • Building an Effective Internship Program: Expand Capacity While Investing in Young Leaders • Help! How Can I Get My Church to Observe Orphan Sunday? Fri, 8:30am

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Caring for the Refugee Orphan in the Name of Jesus Do Your Financials Attract Donors and Lenders? Give Me a Break! How to Host a Respite Night for Foster & Adoptive Families at Your Church Keeping Integrity in the Stories You Share

Fri, 9:45am

• Becoming Fluent in Difficult Stories • Effective Uses of Technology in Global Orphan Care • Relational-Centered Serving

b u ild in g ch ur c h o r p h a n mi ni str i es Wed, 3:00pm • Three Essential Ingredients for Every Church Ministry Thur, 10:30am • Breaking Down Barriers: Making Your Church Accessible for the Special Needs Family • Building a Discipleship Based Orphan Care Ministry in Your Church • Developing Support Systems that Sustain Families Thur, 1:15pm • Rethinking Children’s Ministry: Creating an Environment of Felt-Safety

Thur, 2:30pm

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Church and State Partnerships in Foster Care Rethinking Children’s Ministry: Creating an Environment of Felt-Safety (Continued) Transforming Short Term Missions Vibrant Ministry Springs from Healthy Souls When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being

Thur, 3:45pm

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Big Ideas for Church Orphan Care Ministry Help! How Can I Get My Church to Observe Orphan Sunday? Transforming Short Term Missions (Continued) When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being (Continued)

Fri, 8:30am

• Caring for the Refugee Orphan in the Name of Jesus • Give Me a Break! How to Host a Respite Night for Foster & Adoptive Families at Your Church • Working in the Shadows: Strategic Planning for Lay Leaders

Fri, 9:45am

• Developing a Ministry Action Plan

CAF O g lo b a l n etw o r k r ec o mmendati on Wed, 3:00pm • Sustainable Social Enterprises: Hands-On How to Get Started (or Accelerate!) • Transition to Family Care Simulation Lab Thur, 10:30am

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Building a Foundation for Independence Developing Support Systems that Sustain Families Empowering Parents and Other Caregivers for Holistic Child Development Searching for Hope: Examining Protective Factors in Family Preservation Steps Toward Expanding Your Continuum of Care Trauma and Trauma Wise Care Understanding the Dynamic Connection Between Emotional and Spiritual Health

Thur, 1:15pm

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10 Considerations for Designing a New Ministry for Children Separated From Their Own Families Building on Firm Foundations: Communities of Faith, Vulnerable Children and their Fathers, & HIV/AIDS Community Mapping: A Simple Tool for Finding Your Fit and Serving Children & Families Better Cultivating a Co-Missional Marriage Encouraging Indigenous Adoption

Thur, 2:30pm • Designing a Life Skill Program • Trust-Based Relationships in the Global Community Thur, 3:45pm • Excellence in Education and Discipleship in Schools that Minister to Orphans Fri, 8:30am

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Building New Systems: Growing Foster Care in Countries Where it Doesn’t Exist Caring for the Refugee Orphan in the Name of Jesus Creating a Trauma-Informed Culture in your Ministry Site Fearful Women Wanted: How Fear of the Lord Shapes Lives that Save Lives Patient Pursuit: Loving Your Children When They Do Not Love You Back Spiritual Exercises to Develop Secure Attachment as Adults

Fri, 9:45am

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Becoming Fluent in Difficult Stories Building a Foundation for Independence, Part Two: Applying the Principles Effective Reintegration Transitioning Donors to Accommodate New Models

chi ld we lfar e a n d a d o p ti o n pr ofessi onals Wed, 3:00pm • Post Adoption Support: Why Group Work is Critical The Power of Play in Healing Trauma • The Power of Play in Healing Trauma Thur, 10:30am

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Attachment: Parenting With Your Brain In Mind Changing the Trajectory of Intercountry Adoption It’s Hard to Say Goodbye: Supporting the Grief of Foster Families When a Child Leaves Maintaining Conviction & Conscience in Public-Private Partnerships (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Trauma and Trauma Wise Care Take a quick survey, we value your feedback: CAFO2018.ORG/workshop-survey

Thur, 1:15pm • Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 1) • Therapies for Children from Hard Places • Regulation to Reason Thur, 2:30pm

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Church and State Partnerships in Foster Care Regulation to Reason (Continued) Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 2) Trust-Based Relationships in the Global Community When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being

Thur, 3:45pm

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Always Ready – Resilience in My Back Pocket Best Intentions: When Personal Experiences Intersect with Ministry and Helping The Comprehensive Assessment of the Adopted Child – from Worms to Wiggles When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being (Continued)

Fri, 8:30am

• Preparing for Adoption: Unpacking Motivation and Expectations to Increase Placement Stability

Fri, 9:45am • Big Ideas in Foster Care • Key Considerations in Giving Adoption Aid Grants that Serve the Whole Child and Family (CAFO Member Organizations Only) • Relational-Centered Serving • Trauma & Mental Health: What Does It All Mean? • Understanding and Embracing the Inherent Loss and Grief in Adoption

e ng a g i n g ef f ec ti v el y f o r f o ster y outh Wed, 3:00pm • The Foster Journey: Characteristics of a Great Foster Parent Thur, 10:30am • Developing Support Systems that Sustain Families • Growing a Foster Care Movement Where You Live • Trauma and Trauma Wise Care Thur, 1:15pm • The Cost of Collaboration (CAFO Member Organizations Only) • Regulation to Reason • Therapies for Children from Hard Places Thur, 2:30pm • Church and State Partnerships in Foster Care • Regulation to Reason (Continued) Thur, 3:45pm • The Bridge: Insights from CAFO’s Aging Out Initiative (U.S. Foster Care) Fri, 8:30am

• Finding Your Fit in Foster Care • Give Me a Break! How to Host a Respite Night for Foster & Adoptive Families at Your Church Fri, 9:45am

• Big Ideas in Foster Care

e ng a g i n g ef f ec ti v el y f o r o r phans w or ldw i de Wed, 3:00pm • Sustainable Social Enterprises: Hands-On How to Get Started (or Accelerate!) • Transition to Family Care Simulation Lab Thur, 10:30am

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Building a Foundation for Independence Empowering Parents and Other Caregivers for Holistic Child Development Searching for Hope: Examining Protective Factors in Family Preservation Steps Toward Expanding Your Continuum of Care Understanding the Dynamic Connection Between Emotional and Spiritual Health

Thur, 1:15pm

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10 Considerations for Designing a New Ministry for Children Separated From Their Own Families Building a Culture of Excellence in Small Group Homes (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Building on Firm Foundations: Communities of Faith, Vulnerable Children & their Fathers, and HIV/AIDS Community Mapping: A Simple Tool for Finding Your Fit and Serving Children and Families Better Encouraging Indigenous Adoption Nurturing the Spiritual Life of Kids and Families

Thur, 2:30pm

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Children with Special Needs and How to Support Them Designing a Life Skill Program Transforming Short Term Missions Trust-Based Relationships in the Global Community

Thur, 3:45pm

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Always Ready – Resilience in My Back Pocket Developing & Maintaining a Thriving Child Sponsorship Program (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Excellence in Education and Discipleship in Schools that Minister to Orphans Transforming Short-Term Missions (Continued)

Fri, 8:30am

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Building New Systems: Growing Foster Care in Countries Where it Doesn’t Exist Caring for the Refugee Orphan in the Name of Jesus Creating a Trauma-Informed Culture in your Ministry Site Geographical CAFO Member Meetings (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Spiritual Exercises to Develop Secure Attachment as Adults

Fri, 9:45am • Becoming Fluent in Difficult Stories: How to Manage the Tension Between Hope and Hard • Building a Foundation for Independence, Part Two: Applying the Principles • Building Up National Leaders (CAFO Member Organizations Only) • Effective Reintegration • Effective Uses of Technology in Global Orphan Care • Key Considerations in Giving Adoption Aid Grants that Serve the Whole Child and Family (CAFO Member Organizations Only) • Transitioning Donors to Accommodate New Models

Take a quick survey, we value your feedback: CAFO2018.ORG/workshop-survey

f am ily p re s er v a ti o n & r ei n tegr ati on Wed, 3:00pm • Sustainable Social Enterprises: Hands-On How to Get Started (or Accelerate!) Thur, 10:30am • Searching for Hope: Examining Protective Factors in Family Preservation Thur, 1:15pm • Building on Firm Foundations: Communities of Faith, Vulnerable Children & their Fathers, and HIV/AIDS • Nurturing the Spiritual Life of Kids and Families Fri, 9:45am

• Effective Reintegration

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Wed, 3:00pm

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Connected Independent Living Funding Your Adoption Post Adoption Support: Why Group Work is Critical Preparing Our Hearts to Receive: A Women’s Mini Spiritual Retreat Rooted: Gospel Driven Parenting Principles for Adoptive & Foster Families The Foster Journey: Characteristics of a Great Foster Parent The Power of Play in Healing Trauma

Thur, 10:30am

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Attachment: Parenting With Your Brain In Mind Changing the Trajectory of Intercountry Adoption It’s Hard to Say Goodbye: Supporting the Grief of Foster Families When a Child Leaves Raising Black Children in a Multiracial Family Understanding the Dynamic Connection Between Emotional and Spiritual Health

Thur, 1:15pm

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Regulation to Reason Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 1) Story & Service: A Conversation with Adult Adoptees Therapies for Children from Hard Places Trust-Based Parenting: Healing the Heart and Engaging the Child

Thur, 2:30pm

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Adoption: Where do I Start? Caring For Yourself While Caring For Children From Trauma Regulation to Reason (Continued) Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 2) Understanding the Life and Heart of a Birth Mother When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being

Thur, 3:45pm

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Best Intentions: When Personal Experiences Intersect with Ministry and Helping How To Create a Safety Plan The Comprehensive Assessment of the Adopted Child – from Worms to Wiggles The Power of Words Trauma in the Classroom When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being (Continued)

Take a quick survey, we value your feedback: CAFO2018.ORG/workshop-survey

Fri, 8:30am

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Give Me a Break! How to Host a Respite Night for Foster & Adoptive Families at Your Church Finding Your Fit in Foster Care Impact of Adoption and Foster Care on Biological and Permanent Children Special Children, Real Families The Parent & Adoptee Relationship: Preparing for Independence Patient Pursuit: Loving Your Children When They Do Not Love You Back

Fri, 9:45am

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Building a Teen’s Capacity for Relationship: The Ongoing Impact of Trauma and Loss The Parent & Adoptee Relationship: Preparing for Independence (Conversation Hour) Trauma & Mental Health: What Does It All Mean? Understanding and Embracing the Inherent Loss and Grief in Adoption When Life Doesn’t Match Your Picture

jus t g e t t in g s ta r ted

Wed, 3:00pm • Funding Your Adoption • Three Essential Ingredients for Every Church Ministry • Preparing Our Hearts to Receive: A Women’s Mini Spiritual Retreat Thur, 10:30am

• Attachment: Parenting With Your Brain in Mind

Thurs, 1:15pm • Cultivating Co-Missional Marriage • 10 Considerations for Designing a New Ministry for Children Separated From Their Own Families Thur, 2:30pm • Adoption: Where Do I Start? • Vibrant Ministry Springs from Healthy Souls Thur, 3:45pm • Help! How Can I Get My Church to Observe Orphan Sunday? Fri, 8:30am

• Finding Your Fit in Foster Care • Give Me a Break! How to Host a Respite Night for Foster & Adoptive Families at Your Church • Working in the Shadows: Strategic Planning for Lay Leaders

Fri, 9:45am

• Understanding and Embracing the Inherent Loss and Grief in Adoption

lea d e rs hi p f o r ums: C A F O o rgani z ati on member s only See page 14 for session titles.

lov in g chi l d r en w i th s p ec i a l needs Thur, 10:30am • Breaking Down Barriers: Making Your Church Accessible for the Special Needs Family Thur, 2:30pm • Children with Special Needs and How to Support Them Fri, 8:30am

• Special Children, Real Families

m a x i m iz in g th e i mp a c t o f y our mi ni str y Wed, 3:00pm • CEO Round Table Exchange (CAFO Member Organizations Only) • Critical Clarity to Drive Your Organization Forward • Leadership Strategies for Healthy Organizational Growth Thur, 10:30am • Building Passion: Communicate Who You Are in Three Minutes or Less! Thur, 1:15pm • Funding Ministry: A Practical Guide for Raising Money Even When You Don’t Want To • The Cost of Collaboration (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Thur, 2:30pm • Leading for the Long-Haul: Strategies for Strong Leadership through Peaks & Valleys • Communications & Marketing Collaborative (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Thur, 3:45pm • Building an Effective Internship Program: Expand Capacity While Investing in Young Leaders • Nurturing the Spiritual Strength of Your Team (CAFO Member Organizations Only) Fri, 8:30am

• Do Your Financials Attract Donors and Lenders? • Keeping Integrity in the Stories You Share

Fri, 9:45am

• Leading Leaders: Developing the Leaders on Your Team • Relational-Centered Serving

se r v i n g ch i l d r en a g i n g o u t Wed, 3:00pm • Connected Independent Living Thur, 10:30am • Building a Foundation for Independence Thur, 2:30pm • Designing a Life Skill Program Thur, 3:45pm • The Bridge: Insights from CAFO’s Aging Out Initiative (U.S. Foster Care) Fri, 9:45am

• Building a Foundation for Independence, Part Two: Applying the Principles

th e s o u l o f susta i n a b l e s er vi ce Wed, 3:00pm • Preparing Our Hearts to Receive: A Women’s Mini Spiritual Retreat Thur, 10:30am • Understanding the Dynamic Connection Between Emotional and Spiritual Health Thur, 1:15pm • Cultivating a Co-Missional Marriage • Praise & Petition

Thur, 2:30pm • Praise & Petition • Vibrant Ministry Springs from Healthy Souls • When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being

Thur, 3:45pm

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Always Ready – Resilience in My Back Pocket Hungering for God Amidst Clamor and Great Need Nurturing the Spiritual Strength of Your Team (CAFO Member Organizations Only) When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being (Continued)

Fri, 8:30am

• Fearful Women Wanted: How Fear of the Lord Shapes Lives that Save Lives • Spiritual Exercises to Develop Secure Attachment as Adults

Fri, 9:45am

• Becoming Fluent in Difficult Stories: How to Manage the Tension Between Hope and Hard

you r p a r t i n a v i b r a n t c o n ti nuum of car e Wed, 3:00pm • Transition to Family Care Simulation Lab Thur, 10:30am • Steps Toward Expanding Your Continuum of Care Thur, 1:15pm • 10 Considerations for Designing a New Ministry for Children Separated From Their Own Families • Building a Culture of Excellence in Small Group Homes (CAFO Member Organizations Only) • Community Mapping: A Simple Tool for Finding Your Fit and Serving Children and Families Better Fri, 8:30am

• Building New Systems: Growing Foster Care in Countries Where it Doesn’t Exist

Fri, 9:45am

• Transitioning Donors to Accommodate New Models

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Wed, 3:00pm

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Connected Independent Living Post Adoption Support: Why Group Work is Critical Rooted: Gospel Driven Parenting Principles for Adoptive & Foster Families The Foster Journey: Characteristics of a Great Foster Parent The Power of Play in Healing Trauma

Thur, 10:30am

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Attachment: Parenting With Your Brain In Mind Changing the Trajectory of Intercountry Adoption Developing Support Systems that Sustain Families Empowering Parents and Other Caregivers for Holistic Child Development Growing a Foster Care Movement Where You Live It’s Hard to Say Goodbye: Supporting the Grief of Foster Families When a Child Leaves Raising Black Children in a Multiracial Family Searching for Hope: Examining Protective Factors in Family Preservation Steps Toward Expanding Your Continuum of Care Trauma and Trauma Wise Care

Thur, 1:15pm

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Community Mapping: A Simple Tool for Finding Your Fit and Serving Children & Families Better Regulation to Reason Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 1) Therapies for Children from Hard Places Trust-Based Parenting: Healing the Heart and Engaging the Child

Thur, 2:30pm

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Caring For Yourself While Caring For Children From Trauma Children with Special Needs and How to Support Them Church and State Partnerships in Foster Care Regulation to Reason (Continued) Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 2) Understanding the Life and Heart of a Birth Mother When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being

Thur, 3:45pm

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Always Ready – Resilience in My Back Pocket Best Intentions: When Personal Experiences Intersect with Ministry and Helping How To Create a Safety Plan The Bridge: Insights from CAFO’s Aging Out Initiative (U.S. Foster Care) The Comprehensive Assessment of the Adopted Child – from Worms to Wiggles Trauma in the Classroom When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being (Continued)

Fri, 8:30am

• Impact of Adoption and Foster Care on Biological and Permanent Children • Patient Pursuit: Loving Your Children When They Do Not Love You Back • Preparing for Adoption: Unpacking Motivation and Expectations to Increase Placement Stability

Fri, 9:45am

• Building a Teen’s Capacity for Relationship: The Ongoing Impact of Trauma and Loss • Trauma & Mental Health: What Does It All Mean? • Understanding and Embracing the Inherent Loss and Grief in Adoption

hag u e t ra i n i n g (sug g ested ) The suggested related Hague sections listed are offered on an advisory basis. Consult your agency to confirm sessions will fulfill requirements. Completion certificates available in each workshop. Wed, 3:00pm

• Connected Independent Living • The Power of Play in Healing Trauma

Thur, 10:30am

• Attachment: Parenting With Your Brain In Mind • Raising Black Children in a Multiracial Family • Trauma and Trauma Wise Care

Thur, 1:15pm

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Thur, 2:30pm

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Adoption: Where do I Start? Caring For Yourself While Caring For Children From Trauma Children with Special Needs and How to Support Them Regulation to Reason (Continued) Shame: Healing the Story of Our Lives (Part 2) Understanding the Life and Heart of a Birth Mother When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being

Thur, 3:45pm

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The Comprehensive Assessment of the Adopted Child – from Worms to Wiggles The Power of Words Trauma in the Classroom When Caring Hurts: Five Strategies to Maintaining Your Emotional Well-Being (Continued

Fri, 8:30am

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Impact of Adoption and Foster Care on Biological and Permanent Children Patient Pursuit: Loving Your Children When They Do Not Love You Back Special Children, Real Families The Parent & Adoptee Relationship: Preparing for Independence

Fri, 9:45am

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Building a Teen’s Capacity for Relationship: The Ongoing Impact of Trauma and Loss Trauma & Mental Health: What Does It All Mean? Understanding and Embracing the Inherent Loss and Grief in Adoption When Life Doesn’t Match your Picture

Questions? Stop by the Help Desk in Atrium or visit cafo.org/summit/ceu

meet the authors

Join the authors, discuss their recent titles, and get your copy signed! (Watch out for freebies!)

Th u rs d a y 10:00am - 10:30am, Booth # 11 A Call to Love: Preparing Your Heart and Soul for Adoption • Julie Holmquist, Focus on the Family (the first 100 copies free)

2:15pm - 3:15pm, CAFO Lounge Farmer Herman and the Flooding Barn • Jason Weber, Christian Alliance for Orphans (available in the Summit bookstore)

10:00 - 11:00am, Booth # 17 The Jesus Agenda • Albert Reyes, Buckner International

2:30pm - 3:30pm, Booth # 56 Start with Amen • Beth Guckenberger, Back2Back Ministries (available in the Summit bookstore)

10:15 - 11:00am, CAFO Lounge Kill the Spider: Getting Rid of What’s Really Holding You Back • Carlos Whittaker, Author, Moment Maker & Spider Killer (available in the Summit bookstore) 11:00am - 12:00pm, Booth # 56 Start with Amen • Beth Guckenberger, Back2Back Ministries (available in the Summit bookstore)

3:15pm - 4:00pm, Booth # 23 The Orphan, the Widow & Me • JT Olson, Both Hands (first 50 copies free)

12:00pm - 1:15pm, Booth # 58 The Bridge That Love Built: Letting God Fill the Gaps in Your Adoption Story • Amara Bratcher & Sallie Dean, Author and Illustrator (first 10 copies free)

3:30pm - 4:30pm, Booth# 3 Okayest Mom • Natalie Gwym, Lifesong for Orphans (first 100 copies free)

12:00pm - 1:00pm, CAFO Lounge Confessions Of An Adoptive Parent: Hope and Help From The Trenches Of Foster Care & Adoption • Mike Berry, Confessions of an Adoptive Parent (available in the Summit bookstore) 12:00pm - 1:15pm, Booth# 10 In Pursuit of Orphan Excellence: My Kids, Your Kids, Our Kids • Philip Darke, Providence World Ministries

3:00pm - 4:00pm, Booth # 11 A Call to Love: Preparing Your Heart and Soul for Adoption • Julie Holmquist, Focus on the Family (the first 100 copies free)

12:15pm - 1:15pm, Booth# 3 Who Loves Baby? (0-3 years) Who Loves Me? (3-7 years), and I Am Loved, (7-10 years) • Jamie Kaeb, The Forgotten Initiative/Lifesong for Orphans (Enter Free Drawing)

3:30pm - 4:30pm, Booth # 12 Unhitching from the Crazy Train, 30 Days of Hope for Adoptive Parents, and Bringing Home Lucy • Julie Sparkman and Jennifer Phillips, Lifeline

Fr i day 9:30am - 11:00am, CAFO Lounge ReFraming Foster Care: Filtering Your Foster Parenting Journey Through the Lens of the Gospel and Everyone Can Do Something • Jason Johnson, Christian Alliance for Orphans (available in the Summit bookstore)

ADOPTION SERVICES

BUILDING HEALTHY HOMES & FAMILIES Since 1967, ChristianWorks mission has been to represent the goodness of God to children and their families. That is the philosophy behind ChristianWorks. We help children and families meet life’s toughest challenges.

Christian-works.org

AdoptionWorks provides full domestic adoption services to pregnant mothers, couples interested in adoption and children in need of permanency. We have over 50 years of experience in adoption placement and we are licensed by the State of Texas.

ORPHAN OUTREACH Our CareWorks ministry serves economically disadvantage children suffering from abandonment, abuse, and trauma in developing countries. Through partnerships, we can meet the basic needs of these families and their caregivers.

POST-ADOPTION Our Post-Adoption support groups offer free support for adoptees ages 517 and their families, to foster growth and assist their understanding of their personal adoption journey.

COUNSELING SERVICES CounselingWorks helps restore relationships and individuals by helping meet their emotional, physical, mental and spiritual needs. Our faith-based services include adults, teens, children, couples, premarital and family counseling.

Dallas - Ft. Worth, Texas

Join our Orphan Outreach team for thought-provoking sessions designed to help you serve orphans well.

THURSDAY | MAY 10 10:30A Steps Toward Expanding Your Continuum of Care MIKE DOURIS

2:30P

Transforming Short-Term Missions KATHERINE CHENG

FRIDAY | MAY 11 8:30A

Building New Systems: Growing Foster Care in Countries Where It Doesn’t Exist MIKE DOURIS

8:30A

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Keeping Integrity in the Stories You Share RONNE ROCK

9:45A

Building Up National Leaders MIKE DOURIS

speakers & musicians Te xa s F i rst La d y Cecilia A bb o t t

Eugene Cho

Di e g o Fuller

Beth Guckenberger

Eugene Cho is the founder and visionary of One Cecilia Abbott Day’s Wages believes strongly in (ODW) – “a grassroots movement of giving back, and has made promoting people, stories, and actions to alleviate volunteerism and service to others her extreme global poverty.” ODW promotes primary focus as First Lady of Texas awareness, invites simple giving (one through Texanthropy, her signature day’s wages) and supports sustainable initiative which combines the two things relief through partnerships, especially that she is most passionate about – Texas with smaller organizations in developing and philanthropy. Cecilia has also regions. Eugene is also the founder and partnered with the Texas Department of Lead Pastor of Quest Church - an urban, Family and Protective Services on a similar multi-cultural and multi-generational church initiative – Network of Nurture – to raise in Seattle, Washington as well as founder awareness about the ways Texans can and Executive Director of the Q Café – an support the children and families in the innovative non-profit community café and state’s foster care system. music venue. Eugene and Minhee have been married for about 20 years and have three children.

Most teenagers remember the day they got their license, or their sweet 16. For Diego, that day was in 2002, when he showed up on Bishop Aaron Blake’s steps. Blake stopped Diego at the door and told him to lose any foster care mentality that he has. “You are not a foster child; you are ‘Engrafted’ into my family.” Diego is the founder & president of B.I.G Records & Foundation and has released his second studio album titled “ENGRAFTED”. He and his “Pops,” Bishop Aaron Blake travel the country empowering the local church to create a culture of families prepared to accept the calling of orphan care. Diego is also a co-host on the Foster Movement Podcast and lives with his family in the Dallas area.

Beth and her husband, Todd, live with their family in Cincinnati, Ohio where they serve as Co-Executive Directors of Back2Back Ministries. After graduating from Indiana University, the Guckenbergers moved to Monterrey, Mexico where they lived for 15 years. Between biological, foster, and adopted children, they have raised ten children. Beth is the author of seven books including adult and children’s titles. She travels and speaks regularly at conferences, youth gatherings and church services. Her style is based in story-telling and she draws from her vast field experience as a missionary, Bible teacher and parent for illustrations of biblical concepts.

Jim D a ly Jim Daly is an author and broadcaster, president of Focus on the Family and host of the daily broadcast, heard by more than 6.3 million listeners a week and honored as 2012 Program of the Year by the National Religious Broadcasters. Under his leadership, the ministry has reinvigorated its traditional focus on helping couples build strong marriages and raise healthy, resilient kids. In just the last 12 months, with the help of Focus on the Family, 770,000 couples have built stronger marriages and 870,000 moms and dads built stronger, healthier, and more God-honoring families. Daly and his wife, Jean, have two sons. They live in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Sa ra H a ger ty Sara Hagerty is a lover of God, a wife to Nate, and a mother of six – four adopted from Africa and two through miracle pregnancies. She’s also a bestselling author and speaker. As a lifelong lover of words, Sara has experienced their power to revive. Words prayed during the long years it took to bring her six children into her fold. Raw words written in tearful honesty and shared with her readers. Words spoken in hidden places as whispers and worship to God. Today Sara’s words offer God’s hope to millions of readers facing unwanted circumstances in life. Sara and her family live in Kansas City.

Li sa H a rpe r Rarely are the terms hilarious storyteller and theological scholar used in the same sentence, much less used to describe the same person but then again, Lisa Harper is anything but stereotypical. Lisa is a prolific speaker, writer and activist, and the author of several books, including the critically acclaimed, The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong can be Made Right. Lisa is regularly featured on Sojourners, in The Huffington Post, The Washington Post, and Relevant Magazine. She went on to describe her greatest accomplishment to date as getting to be Missy’s mama. Because in April 2014, after a difficult two-year journey, Lisa finally got to bring her adopted daughter home from Haiti.

Bob Le p i n e Bob is Senior Vice President of Content Development and Chief Creative Officer of FamilyLife, and co-host of FamilyLife Today®, FamilyLife’s nationally syndicated radio program. Prior to joining FamilyLife in 1992, he hosted his own live radio talk show and held various positions from news anchor to sales manager and station general manager. He is the author of The Christian Husband, and the on air voice for “Today In The Word,” produced by Moody Radio, and for “Truth for Life” with Alistair Begg. Bob also serves on the board of directors for the National Religious Broadcasters. Bob and his wife, Mary Ann, live in Little Rock, Arkansas. Bob also serves as an elder and teaching pastor at Redeemer Community Church.

Raphael Kajjubi Raphael Kajjubi is the pastor of King Jesus Church in Busega, Uganda. He and his wife, Alan, began their ministry with the vision to make Christ known in a prominently Muslim community. They found that the deaf and blind were one of the most under-served populations in the community. In partnership with Lifeline’s (un)adopted ministry, Pastor Raphael leads the Busega Community School for the Blind and Deaf- where students hear the gospel of Jesus Christ and are equipped with sign language, job skills, discipleship, and more.

Aix a de López Aixa de López was born in Guatemala, where she has lived all her life. She is married to pastor Alex López and is mom to four. Since their 2 adoptions, the López’s have become a voice for the vulnerable children of their country and region. She is board member of ACH (Christian Alliance For Orphans in spanish), newly Lifeway author, blogger and speaker.

C ha rity K a to ngo Charity is one of 366 students at Lifesong School in Zambia. She is also one of about 75 students who benefit first-hand from living in the Student Life Homes. Nearly half of the students at Lifesong School live with someone other than a biological parent. For teenagers who have a challenging or difficult home life-or for teens whose homes are no conducive for daily study or homework preparationliving in a Student Life Home as an upperclassman is considered an amazing opportunity. “When I moved into the Student Life Home, things in my life began to change.” – Charity, 12th grade

speaker notes

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speakers & musicians J e dd M e de fi n d As husband, father, leader and friend, Jedd desires most of all to reflect the heart of Jesus Christ. For nine years, he has served as President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans. Prior to this role, he served in the White House as a Special Assistant to President George W. Bush, leading the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives. Jedd has worked, studied and served in more than 30 countries, with organizations ranging from Price-Waterhouse in Moscow to Christian Life Bangladesh. His most recent book, Becoming Home, offers a crash course in adoption, foster care and other expressions of love for vulnerable children. Jedd and his wife, Rachel and their five kids now live near Washington, DC.

Joe No e l l i st e Joseph Noëlliste is a versatile musician and choir director who relishes traveling the country to start, develop, workshop and lead many different types of conference and church choirs including traditional chancel, gospel and worship choirs. He holds an MM in Music Theory from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, and is a PhD candidate in Church Music at Baylor University who is currently writing a dissertation entitled, “On Merging Choirs and Bands: The Capacity and Conflict of Worship-Leading Choirs in Contemporary Worship Music.” Joseph would love to work with you and your choir.

Stephen Miller Stephen Miller is a pastor and artist who strives to enlarge people’s view of God with the truth of Scripture and artfully provide a vocabulary to express thankfulness and praise to Him. He is a passionate advocate for the local church and travels all over the world to preach and lead worship with his band for various conferences, concerts, and more. Stephen has recorded five studio albums, and is the author of Worship Leaders, We Are Not Rock Stars and Liberating King. He serves as the President of Rooted Network and a Worship Pastor at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Dallas, TX where he resides with his wife, Amanda, and their five children.

Dennis Rainey President and CEO of FamilyLife, Rainey’s leadership has enabled the organization to grow into a dynamic and vital ministry that offers families blueprints for living godly lives. He has authored or co-authored more than two dozen books, and serves on the boards of notable institutions; he’s received numerous awards and has testified before Congress on family issues. A powerful and effective communicator, he is co-host of the nationally syndicated radio program FamilyLife Today®. Rainey and his wife Barbara have been married 45 years, and love laughing with their children and grandchildren. In his spare time, he enjoys helping Barbara in her garden, reading great books, and hunting and fishing.

Jimmy N eed ha m Jimmy Needham is a singer/songwriter and performer with more than seven studio albums. He also serves on staff at Stonegate Church in Midlothian, Texas. Jimmy and his wife Kelly have two daughters. You can read more at jimmyneedham.com and find him on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook as well.

K y le Ray Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Kyle Ray is a graduate of the University of Michigan in Mechanical Engineering, and he also earned a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech. Kyle formerly worked in the automotive industry as a mechanical engineer. Upon sensing a call to seminary in 2003, he left his job to earn his Masters of Divinity degree at Asbury Theological Seminary. Upon graduation from Asbury, Kyle joined the staff of Kentwood Community Church as the Outreach Pastor in 2006. He served in that role until moving into the Lead Pastor role in January 2010. Kyle and his wife Petra have two sons and are legal guardians to a little one named Mimi.

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Run51 has performed for Robbie Seay, born audiences across and raised in Texas. the country, playing Robbie currently with Kutless, KJserves on staff at 52, Sanctus Real, Bayou City Fellowship in Houston, TX as Moriah Peters and Switchfoot. Run51 the campus pastor and worship leader. strongly identifies with the athletic culture Many of the songs written and recorded and a desire to perform well. However, by the RSB are songs inspired by events, stories, and the people within their church its success is not based on only winning a physical prize, but on the knowledge and community. Robbie and his wife Liz that the members have freedom to run have five children; Ethan, Eliana, Ezra, for something much greater. Run51 is Brian, and Kay. The Robbie Seay Band was founded in 2001, which now consists challenged to point the hearts and minds of young men and women to what truly of Seay, Ryan Owens (bass), Matt Kidd satisfies. While popular culture often (guitar), and David Keil (drums). Songs promotes the corrupt and destructive from the band have been featured in TV pleasures of money, power and sex, shows such as American Idol, One Tree Run51 promotes freedom, peace and love Hill, and numerous other shows on the given to us through the gift of the cross. ABC network.

J aso n We be r Jason serves as the National Director of Foster Care Initiatives for the Christian Alliance for Orphans. Jason and his wife Trisha first gained a passion for children in foster care while living and working in the inner city. As a result of this experience, Jason and Trisha became foster parents and have been caring for and adopting children from U.S. foster care since 2001. He eagerly anticipates the day when God, through his Church, provides more than enough for kids and families in foster care.

Car los Whittak er Carlos Whittaker is a People’s Choice Award winner, a former recording artist signed to a major label, a social media maven, and currently spends the majority of his time writing books and speaking on stages around the world. It really began when the Whittaker’s found their family in America’s spotlight with appearances on shows like CBS Early Morning, The Today Show and more when their viral video “Single Ladies Devastation” went viral. But for Carlos, his wife Heather and their three children, this viral moment was just a snapshot of the bigger picture. Carlos is an author, speaker, moment maker, spider killer, and hope dealer.

C ur t Tho mp s o n Curt Thompson, M.D., is a psychiatrist in private practice in Falls Church, Virginia and founder of Being Known, LLC, an organization that develops resources to educate and train leaders about the intersection between interpersonal neurobiology, Christian spiritual formation, and vocational creativity. He is a frequent speaker and the author of Anatomy of the Soul and The Soul of Shame: Retelling the Stories We Believe About Ourselves. He graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine, completed his psychiatric residency at Temple University Hospital, and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He and his wife Phyllis have two children.

speaker notes

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signature sponsor

The Global Orphan Project - Booth 1 & 2 The mission of The Global Orphan Project is to break the orphan cycle through the power of community, commerce, and the love of Jesus. Come by our booth to see how God is using t-shirts and technology to help children and families across the globe! goproject.org

cham pion sponsors

Bethany Christian Services - Booth 6 & 7

Lifeline Children’s Services - Booth 12 & 13

Bethany Christian Services is a global nonprofit adoption, child welfare, and family preservation agency serving orphaned and vulnerable children in more than 15 countries. Bethany’s vision is a world where every child has a loving family. bethany.com

Lifeline Children’s Services exists to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. We seek to spread the gospel to the nations through pregnancy counseling, adoption, family restoration, strategic orphan care, counseling and education. lifelinechild.org

Lifesong for Orphans - Booth 3 & 4

One More Child - Booth 5

Lifesong for Orphans provides Gospel-centered, holistic care to orphans while creating jobs and preserving families. We remove financial barriers to adoption by serving families and Church-based adoption funds, at no cost. 100% to care for orphans. lifesong.org

One More Child is meeting the needs of children and families around the world through Christ-centered services. We are honored to help children though foster care, child hunger initiatives, residential care, adoption, compassion ministries, global missions and child sponsorship, as well as through our safe home and advocacy efforts for victims of sex trafficking. onemorechild.org

sustainer sponsors

ABBA Fund - Booth 14

Buckner International - Booth 17 & 18

ABBA Fund helps provide adoption assistance for Christian families. Best known for our interest-free adoption loans, but also are the Family Adoption Fund are also worth exploring. abbafund.org

Buckner International is a faith-based ministry dedicated to transforming the lives of orphans, vulnerable children, families and senior adults. Founded in Dallas, Texas, Buckner has been protecting children and strengthening families for 139 years. buckner.org

ECFA - Booth 15

Every Orphan’s Hope - Booth 16

ECFA enhances trust in Christ-centered churches and ministries. We are dedicated to helping orphan ministries earn the public’s trust through focusing on board governance, financial transparency, integrity in fundraising. ecfa.org

We believe every orphan deserves a future with a family! If you believe that too, visit our booth and share your passion to see every orphan in a family. Together, we can help build vibrant families where orphans and widows find hope for the future! everyorphan.org

Focus on the Family - Booth 11

Orphan Outreach - Booth 8

We believe every child deserves to know the love of a forever family. Our goal is to recruit families for waiting children in US foster care & to provide resources for foster & adoptive parents. Stop by our booth to pick up your FREE resources! icareaboutorphans.org

Come meet the Orphan Outreach team and learn how you can join us in glorifying Jesus Christ by ministering to orphans around the world by meeting spiritual, physical, emotional and educational needs. orphanoutreach.org

Giveaways & Bingo Taylor University OVC Program - Booth 51 Taylor University’s Orphans and Vulnerable Children major pulls together multiple disciplines to allow students to acquire a strong goal-oriented skillset and an inter-disciplinary understanding of serving vulnerable children world-wide. taylor.edu/vulnerablechildren/

suppor ter sponsors

5by5 - Genius Bar (Atrium 2nd Floor)

All God’s Children International - Booth 36

5by5 serves change makers. 5by5 was born from one simple but heartfelt belief – organizations driven by change deserve access to the best marketing strategies, tools, and implementation available anywhere. 5by5agency.com

AGCI is an orphan care ministry answering God’s call to provide the loving care that every child deserves. We partner with local leaders to intervene for the 8 million children living in institutions to create more paths to family and independence. allgodschildren.org

Back2Back - Booth 56

The Bair Foundation - Booth 54

We exist to love and care for orphans and vulnerable children, by meeting their spiritual, physical, educational, emotional and social needs that they might overcome their life circumstances and break free from the cycle of generational poverty. back2back.org

Since 1967, Bair has provided Christ-centered quality care & services dedicated to the treatment, restoration and empowerment of children, youth and families. We provide Christian foster care, Foster-to-Adopt Services & Family Services. bair.org

Both Hands Foundation - Booth 23

ChristianWorks for Children Dallas - Booth 35

Both Hands help families fundraise for their adoptions. A family gathers a team of volunteers and Both Hands coaches them to coordinate a service project fixing up a widow’s home. All funds received go toward the family’s adoption costs! Come see us! bothhands.org

ChristianWorks is a Christ centered nonprofit in Dallas, Texas serving children in the following manner: Post adoption clinical support, Infant domestic adoption services and Support for international orphan care. christian-works.org

Confessions of an Adoptive Parent

Connecting Kids with Care - Booth 34

There are plenty of how-to guides out there on parenting, but this one-of-a-kind book by Mike Berry is specifically designed to address your needs as a parent of an adopted or foster child. Published by Harvest House Publishers. harvesthousepublishers.com

We enable doctors to volunteer to support global orphan care efforts. We offer no cost medical file reviews, care plans, and medical support for orphan care ministries, adoption agencies, and adoptive parents. Come see us to learn more! connectingkidswithcare.org

Faith to Action - Booth 53

Fostering Media Connections - Booth 33

The Faith to Action Initiative has free educational resources for churches, faith-based organizations, and individuals seeking to respond to the needs of orphans and vulnerable children. Stop by–we have copies for you! faithtoaction.org

Fostering Media Connections is a non-profit media organization that publishes Fostering Families Today. Fostering Families Today is a national, bi-monthly award winning magazine that provides vital info to foster, kinship and adoptive caregivers. fosteringfamiliestoday.com

Gobena Coffee - Atrium

His Little Feet - Booth 40

Gobena Coffee roasts specialty grade coffee that is roasted and shipped the same day. 100% of Gobena’s profits go to Lifesong for Orphans, an organization that shares the love of Jesus with orphaned and vulnerable children around the world. gobena.org

His Little Feet exists to help, love and train orphaned and vulnerable children worldwide through it’s International Children’s Choir and Life Training Academy. Visit our booth to learn about bringing the choir to your church, school or event. hislittlefeet.org

Hope for Orphans - Booth 52

Loving Shepherd Ministries - Booth 31

Hope for Orphans exists to love orphans and share the hope of Christ with them. We do that by equipping adoptive and foster families through gospel-focused resources and events and by mobilizing local churches in America and around the world. hopefororphans.org

LSM provides a stable family for vulnerable children where they can reach their full, God-given potential. We serve through the local church (both in the U.S. and in each country we serve) to ultimately transform cultures for Christ. loving-shepherd.org

Mercy Projects - Booth 9

Mission Valley Travel - Booth 27B

Our mission is to keep children in families and out of institutions. You sponsor a family and change their lives forever. Visit us and pick up a Ukrainian Matrushka doll to support an at-risk child today! mercyprojects.org

MVTI (Mission Valley Travel Inc) is international wholesaler, specializing in worldwide air travel arrangements. Since 2001 MVTI has worked hard to save you money on simple or complex multi-stop itineraries. We are here to serve you in whatever way we can to make your travel happen. mvti.com

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Oasis for Orphans - Booth 39

Orbie for Orphans - Booth 24

We see a day where the Kenyan community no longer needs westerners to care for their orphans, because they are positioned to do it themselves. Visit our booth to learn how you can be a part of this bigger story! oasisfororphans.org

Come visit Orbie for Orphans to see resources you can use to teach hurting kids who God is in fun and engaging ways! We have discipleship kits that are great to use on mission trips, in orphanages, and in foster/adopt homes. orbiefororphans.org

Ornaments 4 Orphans - Booth 57

Pathways for Little Feet - Booth 25

Ornaments 4 Orphans is a fair trade social business. Our mission is to prevent orphans through sustainable employment and generosity. Visit and learn how you can join our mission and sell ornaments in your church or home. It’s easy, fun, & free! ornaments4orphans.org

Pathways for Little Feet’s mission is to provide sustainable care for orphans. We do this through financial assistance, nurturing families and helping those children left behind live healthy and productive lives. pathwaysforlittlefeet.org

Providence World - Booth 10

Reece’s Rainbow - Booth 21

We inspire and equip others to serve orphaned & at-risk children with excellence through our Think Orphan Podcast, the DISC Model of Human Behavior, La Providencia (community care model in Honduras) and In Pursuit of Orphan Excellence. providenceworld.com

Reece’s Rainbow advocates and finds families for orphans with Down syndrome and other special needs by raising funds for adoption grants and promoting awareness of waiting children in countries around the world. reecesrainbow.org

Retail Orphan Initiative The Purpose of the Retail Orphan Initiative (RetailROI) is to raise awareness and provide real solutions for the more than 400 million vulnerable children worldwide. retailroi.org

Safe Families for Children - Booth 26

Small World - Booth 30

Safe Families for Children is a safety net for families in crisis. SFFC is made up of local volunteer families, agencies and churches that are committed to preventing child, abuse and helping at-risk families successfully manage crisis situations. safe-families.org

Small World was established as a response to James 1:27 by finding Christian parents for orphans through adoption. Our programs include adoption, humanitarian aid projects around the world, and pro-life education. smallworldadoption.com

Zoieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place - Booth 29 Zoieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place is a transitional living home in Dallas, Texas for young women who have aged out of foster care. We work closely with the local colleges and universities to support agedout youth pursuing higher education. Come see us. zoiesplace.org

G i v e aw a ys & B i n g o At the CAFO Summit we love to giveaway great gifts and prizes! Fill out a Bingo Card and drop in the prize bucket of your choice (Help Desk). Winners will be announced in Thursday & Friday General Sessions. (Must be present to win!)

exhibitors Adoption Airfare - Booth 37 Adoption Airfare® is a Christian travel agency, serving missionaries, missions teams, adopting families, and missions groups, with their International missions and adoption travel. We have deep discounted fares and caring service that can’t be beat! adoptionairfare.com Agape Children’s Ministry - Booth 41 Learn how the Lord has enabled Agape Children’s Ministry to successfully rescue, redeem, rehabilitate, and reintegrate more than 1,800 street and at risk children in Kenya over the past decade. agapechildren.org America World Adoption - Booth 45 America World Adoption began its’ mission of serving America’s families & the world’s orphans in 1994. Since then, more than 4,600 orphans have been placed into Christian families. The America World team serves families in Texas & across the nation. awaa.org Apparent Project - Booth 47 Apparent Project Party sales empower Haitians to provide for their families. Our Fundraisers help Haiti families while helping parents in the USA raise money for adoptions. AP Childcare & Education creates opportunities for workers & their children. apparentproject.org The Bridge That Love Built - Booth 58 For kids who didn’t share their earliest days with a forever family, there are always “missing pieces” in their stories. The Bridge That Love Built is a redemptive book that visits these places with God’s Word, teaching them that God was always there. facebook.com/thebridgethatlovebuilt/ CaseFlow Manager - Booth 10B CaseFlow Manager exists to “help the helpers.” We provide secure, cloud-based, custom-tailored case management software so you can look and function at your best. Serve with greater capacity and less stress. Engage, track, document, automate! caseflowmgr.org Chosen Ones - Booth 22 Chosen Ones is an all encompassing ministry with 10 years experience recruiting, supporting and connecting foster and adoptive parents and providing the resources they need before, during and after placement. mychosenones.org Dresses for Orphans - Booth 42 Dresses for Orphans is an all-volunteer nonprofit ministry that sews specially made dresses and shirts for orphans worldwide. They work with individuals, churches & ministries in the U.S. who deliver the outfits to the overseas orphanage. dressesfororphans.org

Embrace Texas - Booth 27 Your church can support foster, adopted and orphaned children... and we can help! Stop by to say “Howdy!” and learn more about: support groups, respite care events, transition services for foster youth, advocacy, diligent recruitment, and more! embracetexas.org Hawley & Associates - Booth 26B Hawley & Associates offers specialized insurance services and products for nonprofits, social service and child welfare organizations across the country. Let our mission empower your mission! hawleyandassociates.com

H.E.L.P. (Honor, Encourage, Love, Pray) Child Welfare Professionals - 31B Child welfare professionals bear one of the most important responsibilities in our communities: the safety and well-being of our children. Come by the H.E.L.P. Tree booth and write a quick note of appreciation to local DFW area social workers. And, pick up your free copy of our booklet, How to H.E.L.P. Child Welfare Professionals. Here I Am Orphan Ministies - Booth 50 Here I Am Orphan Ministries advocates for vulnerable children through discipleship trips and host programs, and we support Forever Families with ongoing training and fellowship opportunities. Stop by to learn more about our 2018-19 host programs! orphanministries.com Hope Unlimited - Booth 28 Transforming the lives of children at mortal risk, providing them and their future generations a productive future and eternal hope. hopeunlimited.org I Call You Mine: Embracing God’s Gift of Adoption - Booth 47B Meet the author and receive a free sample of a new six week Bible study of adoption from Kim de Blecourt and New Hope Publishers, “I Call You Mine: Embracing God’s Gift of Adoption.” Discover transformative truths from Scripture about the privilege of caring for the fatherless and what it means to be chosen & redeemed. Life Skills Reimagined - Booth 55 Life Skills Reimagined is a fresh approach to teaching critical Life Skills for youth and adults working towards selfsufficiency. Consistent, easy-to-use, foundational tools maximize learner engagement while reducing the planning burden and facilitating tracking for support teams. lyftlearning.com Media4Kids International - Booth 44 Media4Kids International, a non-profit organization which strives to strengthen vulnerable children, provides orphanages, hospitals, and schools with high-quality media beneficial to their Christian education and wellbeing. m4ki.org

exhibitors MissionWell - Booth 38 Missionwell specializes in accounting, financial consulting, human resources, corporate services and gift handling, focused on nonprofits and faith based organizations. You have a cause, we have a business solution. We’ve got your “back” office. missionwell.com MudLOVE - Booth 32 MudLOVE is a pottery company based in Indiana. All products are handmade in our studios and crafted to inspire our customers to make a difference in the world. Every product sold provides one week of clean water for someone in need. mudlove.com New Horizons for Children - Booth 60 New Horizons for Children exists so orphaned children will be hosted in Christian homes to experience the love of God and the love of family, and be connected to a family for ongoing emotional and spiritual support. nhfc.org Nightlight Christian Adoptions - Booth 62 International adoptions from 17 countries, the founder of Snowflakes® embryo adoption, domestic adoption in 9 states, foster-adoption. “He settles the childless woman in her home as a happy mother of children” (Ps 113.9). nightlight.org Orphan Voice - Booth 48 Orphan Voice is a Christian, orphan-relief outreach, supporting orphans, children with special needs and children at risk for trafficking and sexual abuse in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. orphanvoice.org Parental Care Ministries - Booth 61 Come to learn more about Parental Care Ministries, a ministry that exists to proclaim The Good News of Jesus in East Africa, comfort the hurting, and multiply God’s Gifts through education and discipleship. pcmonline.org Patch Our Planet - 20B We equip churches with custom orphan care strategies! Come by and let us help you diagnose your orphan care ministry and provide practical solutions and resources today. patchourplanet.org Phased IN - Booth 59 Phased IN exists to provide the support and unconditional love youth aging out of foster care need to prepare them for independence. Phased IN partners with both the local church and government to embrace these youth and help them achieve stability. phasedin.org

Royal Family Kids - Booth 43 & Info Sponsor CAMP – a place where God will meet children in foster care and give them HOPE. A place where they don’t have to be afraid, where they can just be kids and step away from the chaos of their lives. Unite your church family with a purpose through RFK. rfk.org Show Hope - Booth 46 Show Hope cares for orphans by engaging the Church and reducing barriers to adoption. In an effort to holistically approach orphan care, this work focuses on four areas: Adoption Aid, Care Centers, Pre+Post Adoption Support, and Student Initiatives. showhope.org Texas Round-Up - Booth 49 Are you a Texan looking to connect with other Texans from your area who are passionate about caring for kids? Drop by the Texas Round-Up booth at the times designated below to connect! Just look for a big Texas flag! Also, all Texans are welcome to the Texas Round-Up lunch on Friday at 1:00 PM. Space is limited, sign-up at the Help Desk by Thursday to reserve your spot! North DFW: Thur, 10:00am - 11:00am Austin: Thur, 11:00 - 12:00pm Dallas: Thur, 12:00pm - 1:00pm Fort Worth: Thur, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

San Antonio: Thur, 2:00pm - 3:00pm Tyler: Thur, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Lubbock/West Texas: Fri, 9:00am - 10:00am Houston: Fri, 10:00am - 11:00am

info sponsors Backyard Orphans Backyard Orphans sees a day where there are more families waiting for children than children waiting for families. In striving toward this vision, they train Church leaders to develop a foster care, adoption, and support ministry backyardorphans.org Dave Thomas Foundation A national nonprofit public charity dedicated exclusively to finding permanent homes for the more than 150,000 children waiting in North America’s foster care systems. Created by Wendy’s® founder Dave Thomas who was adopted, the Foundation implements foster care adoption awareness campaigns and innovative grantmaking. davethomasfoundation.org Open Arms International Open Arms International exists to provide relief from physical, emotional, and spiritual suffering through medical expertise, education, and Christian ministry. Join us as together we transform Africa, one life at a time! openarmsinternational.org

Children don’t belong in office buildings. They belong in families. In Texas, a lack of available foster families means children removed from their homes might be forced to stay in Child Protective Services offices for more than two days.* At Buckner International, we work tirelessly to find families for children – families who show each child they are worthy of love, no matter what they’ve experienced. Focusing on prevention and permanency, we bring redemptive transformation to the lives of the most vulnerable, from the beginning to the ending of life.

Protect children. Strengthen families. Serve seniors.

It’s what we do.

buckner.org

*Source: The Dallas Morning News

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