Episode 19 - A Journey Back to the Father with Sandra Flach

Date: January 30, 2024 Podcast Show Notes: Interview with Sandra Flach   Story Highlight: Welcome to The Women Behind The Words, a platform where faith, hope, and the transformative journey of adoption intertwine. In this special episode, we are joined by Sandra Flach, author of "Orphans No More: A Journey Back to the Father." Sandra, along with her husband Wayne, shares their heartwarming adoption story of four siblings from Ukraine, painting a vivid picture of the challenges and victories they encountered. Her narrative is a testament to the divine interventions and realizations of God’s guiding hand at every turn. The episode takes a deeper dive into Sandra's book, revealing the miraculous instances where faith opened doors and the profound meaning behind the title, which symbolizes the transition from orphanhood to finding a true identity in God. Sandra also delves into the concept of living with an orphan spirit, exploring the unnoticed bondage that affects many and the path to freedom through recognizing our belonging to God. Further, Sandra shares her insights on embracing one's divine calling, highlighting the joy and fulfillment that comes from aligning with God's plans. The couple's commitment to both adoption and leadership is a beacon of inspiration, demonstrating their living out of this calling. The episode concludes with Sandra's reflections on waiting for Jesus' guidance and how she and Wayne were equipped for the plans God had for them. This story is a beacon of hope, emphasizing that God has a unique plan for everyone. The heartfelt discussion aims to touch hearts and inspire listeners to seek God's plan for their lives, reminding us that God's guidance is sufficient for all He has in store. Sandra's journey is a powerful reminder of the chapters God writes in each of our lives.   About Our Guest (Bio): Sandra Flach, a mother of eight, with five of her children adopted and two diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, has dedicated her life to supporting foster and adoptive families. As the host of the weekly Adoption & Foster Care Journey Podcast and a blogger at SandraFlach.com, she provides valuable insights and resources. She is also a certified facilitator of the FASCETS Neurobehavioral Model and conducts FASD workshops. Co-leading the Hope for the FASD Journey online support community, Sandra co-founded Justice For Orphans and authored "Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father." With her husband Wayne, she celebrates 36 years of marriage and resides in upstate New York, where they cherish time with their family, especially their eight grandchildren.   Book Highlight: Orphans No More–-A Journey Back to the Father Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father is part adoption memoir and part lessons learned about the spirit of adoption from the lens of an adoptive parent. Buckle up for the adventure and discover how you also can be healed of an orphan spirit mindset and live in your full identity as a child of God. Orphans No More: A Journey Back to the Father has been awarded the Golden Scroll Award for Memoir of the Year 2022 and is now available wherever good books are sold.  ORDER HERE   Connect with Sandra: Email: [email protected] Phone Number: +1(518) 779-2279 Website: justicefororphansny.org  Instagram: Justicefororphans and sandraflach_jfo