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What kind of stories come to mind when you think of foster care?Many stories are filled with heartbreak, pain, and sorrow. But what if we could step in and see them turned into stories of hope?Hope Bridge is on a gospel-led mission to transform the foster care landscape in Ohio. We"re here to raise awareness and empower churches and communities to step into action by supporting vulnerable children and families in their local communities.We’re certainly not the Author of these stories, and it’s true

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78. Overcoming: What Scripture and Science Say About...

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2025/04/14

In this episode of ReStoried, we are in conversation with Dr. Nicole Wilke—a researcher, missionary, author, and therapist—about her new book Overcoming: What Scripture and Science Say About Resilience. Nicole has such a hopeful and practical perspective, especially for foster and adoptive parents or anyone caring for kids who’ve been through hard things. We discuss why it’s so important to look at trauma and resilience through both a biblical and scientific lens, how early adversity impacts ...

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29:47

77. Are You a New Foster Family? Listen for Our...

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2025/04/07

Today, we’re sharing some of our favorite tips and lessons we’ve learned along the way in our foster care journeys. After years of experience, we’ve picked up a few things that have helped us navigate both the challenges and joys of fostering. In this episode, we’re chatting about the importance of staying flexible, building a solid support system, and rolling with the ups and downs. Whether you’re just starting out, thinking about becoming a foster parent, or have been in it for a whil...

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35:45

76. Building a Possum Trot in Every Community with...

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2025/03/31

Today, we sit down with Bishop W.C. Martin, whose story inspired the movie Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot. Alongside his wife, Donna, and 22 families in their small East Texas church, they adopted 77 children from the foster care system, sparking a movement of faith and action. Bishop Martin shares why adoption is God’s work and why every community needs its own Possum Trot. While not everyone is called to foster or adopt, he emphasizes that everyone can support in some way. “I...

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44:08

75. Why Every Child Needs a Trauma-Informed Community...

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2025/03/24

Today on ReStoried, we’re joined by Kim Botto, a passionate advocate for kids and families. With over 30 years of experience working with children and teens in churches, schools, nonprofits, and foster care initiatives, Kim has a heart for creating safe spaces where kids can heal and thrive. She’s a Trauma Free World Affiliate Trainer, a TBRI Practitioner, and holds a Master’s in Family Ministry—but more than that, she truly cares about making a difference. In this episode, we discuss how we ...

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36:23

74. Spiritual Formation: Resting in Jesus, Not Just...

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2025/03/17

How do you make sure that your heart is set on Jesus and not always focused solely on the work at hand? In this episode, we talk about the importance of spiritual formation and how we can intentionally keep our focus on Jesus in the midst of life's busyness. It’s easy to get caught up in doing good work, but how do we ensure that our hearts remain centered on Him? We’ll explore two spiritual rhythms that have helped us stay grounded: Pilgrim’s Feast – A yearly time set aside for reflectio...

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73. Stepping into Foster Care with a Desire to Adopt

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2025/03/10

Many people enter foster care with the hope of adoption, but is that wrong? This question has sparked discussion and even some controversy in the foster care community. For some, the desire to adopt stems from infertility or simply wanting to grow their family. In this episode, we discuss the realities of fostering with the heart to adopt and what it means to balance that desire with the primary goal of foster care—family reunification. We discuss the process of dual licensing, the diff...

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37:47

72. Why Hope Bridge Invests in Single Moms—And How...

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2025/03/03

In this episode, we discuss the heart behind our Single Moms Program and the vital support it provides. Our approach focuses on prevention, intervention, and restoration, with this program serving as a key piece of prevention—offering resources, encouragement, and community to help single moms thrive. We also explore the stereotypes single moms often face and how quickly circumstances can shift, making it easy for a capable mom to become vulnerable. Many people don’t realize the challenges si...

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38:39

71. Full Circle: From Foster Youth to Adoptive Mama...

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2025/02/24

In this heartfelt episode of the ReStoried Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Sikora—a dear friend, former foster youth, adoptee, and adoptive mama—whose life has come full circle. Born addicted to drugs, Sarah faced many challenges growing up in foster care, navigating life with multiple siblings and a longing for stability. Now, as a wife and mother to her own biological children, she has also pursued adoption, and this month, she is officially welcoming two daughters into her family. Sarah sh...

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70. Being Known with Curt Thompson, MD

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2025/02/17

In this week’s compelling episode of the ReStoried Podcast, we welcome Curt Thompson, MD, a renowned psychiatrist, speaker, and author, who masterfully weaves together neuroscience, faith, and the power of storytelling. Curt Thompson, MD, shares how our deep longing to be known is connected to telling truer stories about ourselves. He explores how embracing authenticity can lead to deeper relationships, greater meaning, and a more integrated, creative life. We also discuss the profound need f...

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30:11

69. From Burnout to Breakthrough: Healing Blocked...

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2025/02/10

In this episode, we sit down with Lisa C. Qualls—author, speaker, and adoptive mom—to discuss the complexities of adoption, parenting, and connection. Lisa brings a wealth of wisdom from her personal experience as both a birth mom and adoptive mom, as well as her expertise as a TBRI Practitioner and Christian spiritual director. She is the co-author of The Connected Parent (written with Dr. Karyn Purvis) and the host of The Adoption Wise Podcast. Through her work, Lisa equips parents with pra...

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68. The Willow House: A Beacon of Hope for Vulnerable...

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2025/02/03

In this episode, we’re sharing the story behind The Willow House, an exciting new hub created to support foster, adoptive, and kinship families in Carroll County. The Willow House provides essential resources and spaces designed to make a meaningful impact in the lives of these families. Some of the key features include a clothing closet, a welcoming space for visits with biological families, a support group meeting area, a freezer meal prep kitchen, and space for care bag assembly and ...

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67. Breaking Generational Cycles: Supporting Single...

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2025/01/27

In this episode, we speak with Jesse Coontz, founder of Moms on Target: A Safe & Supportive Community for Moms to Raise Happy, Healthy Children. Jesse shares her journey and the inspiration behind creating a nonprofit dedicated to empowering single moms. We explore how providing meaningful support to moms can help prevent family involvement in the child welfare system and foster healthier communities.Jesse discusses the challenges single moms face and how a supportive community can break ...

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66. Supporting Bio Kids in Foster Families with...

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2025/01/20

In this episode, we’re excited to sit down with Daniela Coats, a speaker at our upcoming Mobilize Ohio Conference, founder of With Siblings, licensed social worker, and children’s book author. Daniela’s passion for serving foster families focuses on supporting the often-overlooked biological children in foster and adoptive families.As a “birth kid” in a foster family, Daniela experienced the challenges and rewards of being a temporary sibling to many children. Her parents eventually adopted h...

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65. Anne Pace’s Journey: From Foster Care to Ministry...

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2025/01/13

In this episode, we sit down with Anne Pace, a new staff member at Hope Bridge who has a personal history with foster care and adoption. Anne serves as the Family Advocacy Ministry (FAM) Specialist, where she provides coaching and support to partner churches, equipping them to minister to foster and adoptive families in their congregations. Through our affiliation with Promise686, Hope Bridge helps churches establish Family Advocacy Ministries that offer practical ways to care for vulnerable ...

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64. Choosing 'Yes' Every Day with Jamie Finn

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2025/01/06

Today, we are thrilled to welcome Jamie Finn to the podcast! Jamie is a bestselling author, the founder and President of Foster the Family, the host of the Real Mom podcast, and the founder and owner of Goods and Better. She is a sought-after speaker for retreats, conferences, and events, offering encouragement and support to foster and adoptive parents. Through her popular social media accounts, Jamie shares the realities of foster parenting, inspiring thousands with her honesty and wisdom.A...

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63. The Hot Seat: Get to Know the Hope Bridge Staff

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2024/12/30

We’re wrapping up the year with something special and light-hearted—a “Hot Seat” episode featuring our amazing staff! Join us as we put Lisa, Nicole, Brian, and Mel in the Hot Seat with rapid-fire questions, surprising answers, and plenty of laughs. Get to know the people behind the scenes a little better as they share their quirks, favorite moments, and maybe even a few unexpected secrets!This is the perfect way to close out the year on a fun and personal note. Whether you’ve been with ...

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62. Come and See What God Has Done in 2024

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2024/12/23

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate all that God has accomplished through Hope Bridge this year. This episode is a heartfelt look back at the milestones we’ve reached, the lives we’ve impacted, and the ways God’s strength and provision have carried us through every step of the journey. Before we dive into setting goals and dreaming big for 2025, we want to honor the work that’s been done, express gratitude for the incredible support we’ve received,...

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61. Spiritual Formation at Hope Bridge and Why it...

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2024/12/16

In this episode, we’re excited to highlight Brian’s new role at Hope Bridge as the Director of Discipleship. We dive into the heart behind this position, exploring what it looks like in practice and how it’s being implemented to further our mission. This role is all about supporting our team’s spiritual growth and helping us stay rooted in our purpose as we serve foster families.We also discuss the importance of spiritual formation in the workplace. Spiritual formation is the process of being...

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60. Belonging: Created to Belong in Community,...

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2024/12/09

Loneliness is an epidemic in today’s world—but there’s hope in community. In this episode, we explore why community matters and how it serves as the heart of everything we do at Hope Bridge.We’re also unveiling the theme of the 2025 Mobilize Ohio Conference: Belonging. Together, we’ll dive into the heart behind this theme and why creating spaces of belonging is essential for foster care, adoption, and kinship families.We’re thrilled to introduce two incredible speakers for the 2025 Mobilize O...

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59. The Recipe for Trust: How Chef Kibby Transformed...

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2024/12/02

In this episode, we sit down with Chef Kibby, a biological, foster, and adoptive dad who discovered a unique way to build trust and connection with his kids through the everyday act of cooking and sharing meals.At the start of 2020, Chef Kibby seemed to have it all—a thriving catering business, a new event space, a podcast, and a side gig teaching college courses. But at home, things were falling apart. Parenting children from outside their family of origin presented challenges he wasn’t prep...

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