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Fostering Bridges

Fostering Bridges

Welcome to Fostering Bridges—a podcast dedicated to uplifting, supporting, and empowering foster, adoptive, and kinship parents. Whether you’re in the early days of your journey or have years of experience, this space is for you. We dive into real conversations, share stories of resilience, and explore the resources, strategies, and heart-centered approaches that help build stronger families.In each episode, you’ll hear from experts, fellow parents, and advocates who understand the challenges and

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22:42

From Foster Care to Forever Family – with Rep. Cody...

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2025/10/30

In this inspiring episode of Fostering Bridges, host Duane Stark sits down with Texas State Representative Cody Harris for a candid conversation about faith, family, and the journey from fostering to adoption.Cody and his wife didn’t plan to adopt at first—but when God opened the door, they said yes. Their story unfolds with honesty, humor, and heartfelt reflection as they talk about:The moment they got the call about their future daughterThe ups and downs of the foster-to-adopt processHow faith

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19:21

“One Photo Can Change a Life” — Gillian Sheridan on...

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2025/10/21

Some kids in foster care get overlooked—not because they aren’t amazing, but because they’re older, part of a sibling group, or have extra needs. In this episode, host Duane Stark visits with Gillian Sheridan, Director of the Heart Gallery of East Texas, to talk about how one photo and one story can completely change a child’s future.Gillian explains how the Heart Gallery advocates for children who are waiting for adoption, shares the story behind its statewide relaunch, and offers practical ways

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39:53

From Two to Six Overnight: A Foster Mom’s Incredible...

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2025/10/14

In this episode of Fostering Bridges, Duane Stark talks with Dolores Price, who shares the remarkable story of how she and her husband Hunter went from a quiet home of two to a full house of six—all within just 48 hours.What began as a plan to adopt one baby turned into welcoming four pre-teens into their family. Dolores reflects on the heartbreak of infertility, the surprise of sudden parenthood, and the faith that carried them through each unexpected turn.🎧 In this conversation:How one weekend

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28:29

Finally Home: Saying Yes When It Costs Everything -...

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2025/10/08

Join host Duane Stark on Fostering Bridges as he sits down with Kristin Orphan, co-founder of Finally Home, a nationwide ministry supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families. Kristin shares her powerful journey—from unexpected kinship care to full-time ministry—and the lessons learned when obedience leads through seasons of sacrifice.Discover how Finally Home equips families with practical resources, trauma-informed tools, and community connections to help every child feel safe, stable, and

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26:06

In It Together - Senator Gelser Blouin (Oregon...

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2025/04/07

Senator Gelser Blouin (Oregon Legislature), recipient of the 2021 Carl Levin Award for Effective Oversight, discusses the process of passing child welfare legislature and where to start if you have an idea for policy change.https://fosteringbridges.com/podcast

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27:45

Give Us An Opportunity - Tonya Fuller (Texas DFPS)

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2025/03/31

Tonya Fuller, Faith-Based and Community Engagement Specialist for the Texas Department of Families and Protective Services shares insights into the process of children entering foster care and how community members can help.

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26:41

Don't Be Afraid To Love Them - Ruth Babel

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2025/03/24

Ruth Babel shares her experience taking in 88 children over a decade and provides tips on working with the bio parents of foster children.https://fosteringbridges.com/podcast

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29:00

It's a Calling - Jana Morris

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2025/03/17

Jana Morris discusses being "called" into foster care.https://fosteringbridges.com/podcast

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24:11

From Empty Nest to Baby in a Crib

Fostering Bridges ·

2025/03/03

John Thigpen shares his experience of going from being an empty nester to having a baby in the house, challenges, decisions, and the joy of saying yes to hard things.Watch on Youtube.https://fosteringbridges.com/podcast

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21:58

A Place For Every Child - Brooke Gray of Every Child

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2025/02/24

In this episode, Brooke Gray of Every Child shares how everyday individuals can get involved in foster care even if they cannot take a child into their house.https://fosteringbridges.com/podcast

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16:58

Find Your Fit - Justin Hayes

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2025/02/17

Justin Hayes of The Fostering Collective shares how they mobilize community members to engage in the foster care system through a personalized experience of helping individuals find their fit.https://www.thefosteringcollective.org/https://fosteringbridges.com/podcast

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6:41

Don't Call Me A Saint - Duane Stark

Fostering Bridges ·

2025/02/15

In this episode, Duane Stark shares his thoughts on why he doesn't like people calling him a saint when they learn about his experiences as a foster and adoptive dad.

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34:49

It Often Doesn't Go As Planned - Matthew Rothrock

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2025/02/14

Matthew Rothrock (Oregon) shares some of the challenges of foster care while discussing how plans, expectations, boundaries, and desires can all change with little to no notice.https://fosteringbridges.com/podcast

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20:27

Life As A Foster Parent - Matt Heverly

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2025/02/03

Matt Heverly shares some of the challenges and blessings of being a foster parent.Resources & websites mentioned in this episode:Edgewater Christian FellowshipSafe FamiliesIsaiah 58:12Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins and will raise up the age-old foundations;you will be called Repairer of Broken Walls, Restorer of Streets with Dwellings.

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18:55

Becoming A Foster Parent In East Texas

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2025/01/30

In this episode, we talk with Amy Bobbitt of East Texas. Amy has been a Foster Home Developer with MCH Family Outreach for the past six years. We discuss what is involved with becoming certified as a foster parent and the role of a child-placing agency.You can visit MCH.org or call 903-509-1171 to connect with Amy.https://www.mch.org/services/foster-care/https://fosteringbridges.com/

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21:14

Life As A Foster Parent

Fostering Bridges ·

2025/01/20

In this episode, we take a behind-the-scenes look at a long-term foster family (The Matz Family - Oregon). Frank discusses family roles, bonding with foster children, and relational challenges.

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