Hi everyone!
It has been awhile since we last posted, but there has not been any significant advances in our adoption process. Due to increasing strictness by the immigration department (who must approve our home study), our agency is taking great care to make sure everything in the home study is "perfect" so that (hopefully) we don't encounter any difficulties or delay with immigration services. Once we are approved, our completed dossier must be approved by our agency, and then approved by the Chinese agency. This process will probably take several months. We will not be matched with a child until after that.
In the meantime, we are trying to wait patiently, knowing God has perfect timing. We are incredibly thankful for those who are working on our behalf who know what they are doing, and who care greatly for our waiting child.
While we wait, we want to remind our friends and family that we do have a link on our blog to purchase some super cool shirts! A portion of the proceeds from each shirt go towards our adoption expenses. It's a great way to show your support for adoption, and they make wonderful gifts too!
We will keep everyone up to date, and really ask for your prayers in this process. It has been a far greater test of our faith than anticipated, but we know the Author and Perfecter of our faith has great plans for us!
If you would like to visit with us sometime, we would love to talk with you more about our heart for adoption. Also, if you would like to help financially, please let us know. The costs are great, but the rewards far outweigh the cost!
Blessings,
The Geurink Family
p.s. Check out the link below- our God hears the praises of His people everywhere! I especially loved the very end of the song. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vg5qDljEw7Q
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Hello friends and family!
Thank you for taking the time to stop by our adoption blog! We are excited for what God has planned for our family, and for the child we will be adopting from China. Currently, we are nearing the end of the home study process, and working on our dossier (our international documents for China). We have been through adoption classes, which were filled with incredible information regarding what to expect (and not expect!) in this process. The next step, after the paperwork is complete, will be a time of waiting. Waiting to be approved by the Chinese government, and waiting to be matched with a child who will forever be ours!
As we wait, we ask for your prayers. Specifically, for wisdom in this process, for our hearts and the child's heart to be prepared for this transition, and for God's provision in each step of the process. He knows what we need before we ask, and we continually rely upon His goodness and grace. Our family will keep you updated about the process.
Our link is up for Adoption Bug T-shirts! We are excited!! Just click on the link and ORDER A SHIRT from our page, and a portion of the proceeds go toward some of our adoption costs. Also, we will be having a GARAGE SALE on May 17 and 18. Find out how you can help by clicking on our "Fundraisers" tab!
We are SO INCREDIBLY THANKFUL for each one of you who has expressed your love and support for our family in this decision to adopt. We love you!
For more information on how why/how we decided to adopt, click on over to "Our Story." We hope you are blessed as well by our Heavenly Father's heart for the fatherless, and His love for us all.
Blessings,
John, Dawn, Esther and Anita
Thank you for taking the time to stop by our adoption blog! We are excited for what God has planned for our family, and for the child we will be adopting from China. Currently, we are nearing the end of the home study process, and working on our dossier (our international documents for China). We have been through adoption classes, which were filled with incredible information regarding what to expect (and not expect!) in this process. The next step, after the paperwork is complete, will be a time of waiting. Waiting to be approved by the Chinese government, and waiting to be matched with a child who will forever be ours!
As we wait, we ask for your prayers. Specifically, for wisdom in this process, for our hearts and the child's heart to be prepared for this transition, and for God's provision in each step of the process. He knows what we need before we ask, and we continually rely upon His goodness and grace. Our family will keep you updated about the process.
Our link is up for Adoption Bug T-shirts! We are excited!! Just click on the link and ORDER A SHIRT from our page, and a portion of the proceeds go toward some of our adoption costs. Also, we will be having a GARAGE SALE on May 17 and 18. Find out how you can help by clicking on our "Fundraisers" tab!
We are SO INCREDIBLY THANKFUL for each one of you who has expressed your love and support for our family in this decision to adopt. We love you!
For more information on how why/how we decided to adopt, click on over to "Our Story." We hope you are blessed as well by our Heavenly Father's heart for the fatherless, and His love for us all.
Blessings,
John, Dawn, Esther and Anita
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