This the eleventh in a
series about adoption and infertility ministries. Parts 1-7 are posted April 3,
5, 7, 11, 18, 24, 28, 29, 30 and May 1. Today, you’ll find some sample
announcements that you can adapt to promote your ministry in fliers,
newsletters, in the church bulletin or on your church’s website.
Sample announcement
for adoption/infertility ministry kick-off:
Heartbeat Ministry:
This new ministry nurtures and supports those facing infertility, as well as
pre-adoptive and post-adoptive families. We provide information and resources,
one-on-one encouragement, small focus groups, fun and fellowship. INSERT
CONTACT INFO.
Sample announcement
for adoption ministry kick-off:
Heartbeat Ministry is
a new ministry that offers one-on-one and group encouragement for pre-adoptive
and post-adoptive families. We’re looking for people interested in sharing
their experiences or expertise in these areas. We’ll be kicking things off
INSERT DATE with a five-week workshop called, “Exploring Adoption.” For more information about how you can serve
or be served by this ministry, contact INSERT INFO.
Sample announcement
for infertility ministry kick-off:
Are you struggling to
conceive a baby? You’re not alone. Infertility effects one in every five
couples. A new ministry seeks to surround couples facing fertility challenges
with loving support. We provide one-on-one mentoring, resource materials, and
small group fellowship. For more information, contact INSERT INFO.
Sample announcement
for infertility workshop:
What happens when you’re unable to “be fruitful and
multiply?” Does it mean that God has a different plan for you? How does the struggle to conceive or adopt a
child affect your marriage? Your faith? At this workshop, you’ll meet singles and couples who have grappled with
these issues. Some of the panelists now have children; others are still
waiting. They’ll share their experiences, and they’ll suggest creative ways
that you can become actively involved in the lives of children.
Sample announcement for Exploring Adoption workshop series:
Discover the joys and trials of the adoption process. We’ll
discuss the Biblical foundations for adoption, fears and misconceptions
surrounding adoption, how to prepare for adopting a child, what to do when
adoption fails, and issues specific to international adoption, domestic healthy
infant adoption, special needs adoption, and open vs. closed adoption. Guest
speakers will provide additional insights at several of the sessions. Anyone with an interest in adoption is
welcome. INSERT TIME, PLACE, CONTACT INFO.
Sample announcement
for support groups:
Heartbeat Ministry:
Focus groups will be starting periodically. Groups will include the following:
Infertile Couples, Considering Adoption, Waiting for a Child (biological or
adoptive), Post-adoption Issues, Adoptive Moms. Call INSERT CONTACT INFO to
express your interest in joining one.