Hi! We’re Jason and Rebekah, and thank you for taking the time to read our story.
For years, we dreamed of becoming parents. Our journey has included more than eight years of infertility, countless prayers, and heartbreaking loss, including two miscarriages. While those seasons were incredibly difficult, they also deepened our faith and reminded us that God is faithful, even when the path looks different than we imagined.
Through prayer, we felt God gently leading our hearts toward adoption. It wasn’t our “backup plan”—it became the beautiful calling He placed on our lives. We believe every child is a precious gift, and we are so excited to welcome one into our family.
Our home is filled with love, laughter, and anticipation. We enjoy gardening, serving at our church, spending time outdoors, traveling together, and creating a home where a child will be deeply loved, encouraged, and surrounded by faith. We cannot wait to read bedtime stories, celebrate birthdays, cheer from the sidelines, help with homework, and make countless family memories.
While we are filled with hope, domestic adoption comes with significant expenses. Agency fees, legal costs, home study expenses, travel, and post-placement requirements can total between $30,000 and $60,000. These costs are overwhelming, but we trust that God will provide every step of the way.
If you feel led to support us financially, every gift—no matter the size—brings us one step closer to bringing our baby home. If you’re unable to give, we would be incredibly grateful for your prayers and for sharing our story with others.
We have been awarded a $5000 matching grant Fund administered by Colonial Heights Baptist Church in Ridgeland, MS. Praise the Lord!
Please pray with us:
- That God would lead us to the expectant mother He has chosen.
- For peace, wisdom, and strength for her as she makes loving decisions.
- For protection over our future child.
- That every financial need would be met in God’s perfect timing.
Thank you for believing in our family and for walking alongside us during this journey. Your encouragement, prayers, and generosity mean more than we can express. We can’t wait for the day we can introduce you to the little one whose life will forever change ours.
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19 — Philippians 4:19
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