Description
Krish Kandiah wants us all to take seriously Jesus's call to 'suffer the little children' by engaging with the needs of the many thousands of children up and down the country who are in care and whom the church could and should be helping.
Krish and his wife Miriam have adopted and fostered children themselves and their experience - and that of the many others in this book - is very different from the popular myth which suggests social services seek to prevent Christians from getting involved. Krish argues that whatever the state's stance may be, it is a part of our calling as God's church to get involved where it's hardest, and to help these children out of the tough realities they find themselves in.
Filled with stories from people who have adopted or were adopted themselves, alongside practical advice on how it all works and the challenges that will come, this book makes a compelling case that the church can and must make a difference in these children's lives, and asks us all to consider our response.
About the Author
Krish Kandiah is a theologian, author and activist, and is the Founding Director of Home for Good. He and his wife, Miriam, are birth parents, adoptive parents and foster carers. Together they have authored thirteen books. They are passionate about helping vulnerable children to flourish.
Reviews
Krish and Miriam Kandiah write from a deep well of experience as they explore the landscape of adoption and fostering in today's culture. In this book they provide practical models to help anyone who has a vision to offer homes to some of the most vulnerable in our society. * Nicky Gumbel *
Church of England pick of week * The Church of England *
The more I read this book, the more I feel stirred to do my part... This book is an inspiration for the whole church -- RG * Christianity *
Krish writes for Christian Today: Five actions which will change the lives of children in care * Christian Today *
Krish writes for Christian Today: Five actions which will change the lives of children in care * Christian Today *
Book Information
ISBN 9781529355291
Author Krish Kandiah
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Hodder Faith
Publisher John Murray Press
Weight(grams) 261g
Dimensions(mm) 233mm * 154mm * 16mm