From Pain to Purpose with Kim Patton Part 2

Welcome to the Called to Love Podcast! This episode is a part 2 to an incredible conversation with the author, foster and adoptive mom: Kim Patton. What if the door that seems permanently closed is actually leading somewhere beautiful? Kim’s decade-long infertility journey became the unexpected pathway to adopting two biological sisters and working with teenage girls in foster care. Additionally, she writes and speaks about her experiences, showcasing how pain can be used for purpose. I am so glad you’ve joined me for this episode. Let’s dive in! Key topics in this episode: Journey from infertility to adoption The emotional process of adoption and open relationships The importance of vulnerability and honesty in parenting Trust and boundaries in open adoption relationships God's provision and purpose through pain and hardship The role of faith and dependence on God in difficult seasons Lessons learned from fostering teenage girls from hard places Balancing relationship and boundaries with birth families The significance of grace and healing in the journey of motherhood To learn more about Kim, check out her website! To learn more about her book, “Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well Through Difficult Seasons” click here! To submit your prayer requests, use this form by clicking here! You can email me your questions about adoption and foster care at [email protected]. I would love to connect with you on Instagram or send you my monthly newsletter with free resources and first access to episodes and more! Called to Love is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To learn more, check out their other shows or resources, head to their website: https://www.christianparenting.org/