32. Love Beyond Boundaries: The Redemptive Story of Foster/Adoptive Mom and Biological Mom with Stacey Burton and Asia Barrett

05/20/24 • 56 min

In this episode of The ReStoried Podcast, we're privileged to hear the touching story of Stacey, a devoted foster and adoptive mom, and Asia, whose journey through addiction and mental health struggles led to her losing custody of her children. Stacey's path intersected with Asia's as she became the foster parent to Asia's kids, offering not just stability but a lifeline of support during her darkest moments.

Through Stacey's unwavering guidance and encouragement, Asia found the strength to seek treatment and embark on a journey of recovery, with faith as her anchor. Their story underscores the profound impact of nurturing relationships with biological families in foster care. Stacey's role transcended mere caregiving to become a beacon of hope and stability for Asia.

Today, Asia considers Stacey not just a friend but a mother figure, a testament to the transformative power of love and support. Together, Stacey and Asia now co-parent the children, showcasing the beautiful evolution of their relationship and the importance of unified caregiving in the journey of healing and redemption.

Join us in this episode as we celebrate the resilience of the human spirit through Christ and the importance of connections in the journey of co-parenting and restoration.

Episode Highlights:

Stacey & Asia’s Background Story
Foster Care
Struggles with Addiction & Mental Health
Relationships with Bio Families
The importance of community
Living Life with a Blended Family

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Join us in this episode as we celebrate the resilience of the human spirit through Christ and the importance of connections in the journey of co-parenting and restoration.

Episode Highlights:

Stacey & Asia’s Background Story
Foster Care
Struggles with Addiction & Mental Health
Relationships with Bio Families
The importance of community
Living Life with a Blended Family

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Find More on Hope Bridge:

This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

Get your tickets for the 2025 Benefit Dinner here!

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31. The Power of Support Beyond Traditional Roles in Foster Care with Katie Schrock

In this episode of The ReStoried Podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Katie Schrock.

When you walk into The Christ Foundation, Katie is the first face you will see. She works at the front desk, answering our phones and assisting with much of the behind-the-scenes work. Katie is the glue that holds our office together.

While she is not a foster parent herself, Katie has found impactful ways to support foster families in her community. Through nannying, providing meals, and lending a helping hand with household chores, Katie embodies the spirit of compassion and generosity. Her dedication to serving others shines through her role in many local Foster Families.

Because of Katie's support, Foster Parents have been able to have the capacity to keep going and impact the Kingdom in a mighty way. Tune in to meet Katie and discover the power of support beyond traditional roles in foster care.

Episode Highlights:

Katie’s Background
Missions Trips
Full-Time Nannying for Foster Families
Eye-opening experiences from being close to Foster Families

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33. Building a Community of Care with Julie Halfhill

In this episode of the ReStoried Podcast, we interview Julie Halfhill, Carroll County's dedicated Family Support Specialist.

Julie's unique perspective as an adoptive, foster, and biological mother fuels her unwavering commitment to family. Married to Seth for ten years, they raise their three children—ages 7, 4, and 1.5—on her grandparents' farm in Carroll County.

Though she began her career as an RN, Julie found her true calling in supporting vulnerable children and families. She tirelessly assists foster and kinship families, ensuring they have the resources they need. Additionally, Julie builds meaningful connections with local churches and organizations, fostering a community-wide effort to support and raise awareness for those caring for vulnerable children.

Tune in to hear Julie's inspiring story and learn how she is making a difference in Carroll County.

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