Bonnie Hilton, a licensed clinical social worker and advocate for adoption, shares her personal adoption journey and the importance of family and faith in the adoption process. She emphasizes the need for flexible expectations and patience when bonding with adopted children. Bonnie also discusses her book, 'Gathering Israel's Children,' which shares adoption stories from different families and highlights the tender mercies and joys of adoption. She encourages families considering adoption to start moving, do research, and seek support from others who have been through the process. Bonnie hopes for more positive adoption stories and a streamlined and affordable adoption process in the future.

If you or someone you know is interested in adoption, please visit rods.org to learn more information on how to get involved, or meet waiting children.