Family Strengthening and the Institutionalization of Children (Protecting Children in Missions, Ministries, and Churches)
- Breakout Session
- MG Meeting Rooms Gateway Ballroom B
- November 21 2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join experts from Faith to Action and Rapha International for a critical conversation about best practices in caring for vulnerable and orphaned children. God’s concern for the orphan is among the most prominent themes of Scripture. Christians have generously and selflessly responded to this call since the early church. Discussions about family strengthening and the limitations of the orphanage model are the next step in this response to God’s command to care for vulnerable children. This session will highlight the importance of caring for vulnerable children in families and how to shift support to strengthen families, increase alternative family care options, and empower communities. A special Q&A will feature representatives from several organizations working with the incredibly vulnerable children of Haiti.
