There are 2,165 children in Cuyahoga County right now who need someone to show up for them in court as they navigate the foster care system.

In this episode, Brian and Lauren welcome CASA of Cuyahoga County (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to the podcast to talk about what that number really represents — not statistics, but children who need stability, advocacy, and a consistent adult in their corner.

We talk about how CASA volunteers are trained to walk alongside children as their cases move through the court system, helping ensure their voices are heard and their best interests are represented. Children in foster care need someone they can count on, and this is one tangible, accessible way to step into that need right where you live.

James 1:27 reminds us that “true and undefiled religion” is to care for the widow and the orphan. For many believers, that can feel abstract or overwhelming. This conversation highlights a practical way to live that out today — not someday, not theoretically, but in real time for real children.

Watch this Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-Sx2j3FpmuA

Learn more or get involved:
https://cfadvocates.org/

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xyH88FDsnY

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