Is it possible for my church to step up for children in foster care like they did in Possum Trot? Absolutely.
The incredible true story that inspired the film, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, follows Donna and Reverend Martin as they ignite a movement of compassion in their small East Texas church to care for vulnerable children.
But that story is not just one of Possum Trot, it can be the story of your church and your community, too.
Bring the Power of Possum Trot to Your Church
If you've seen the film Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, then you know how powerful this story can be. You can now bring the film to your church to discuss together in small groups for greater impact.
We've created a Group Discussion Guide to help you process, in community, some of the major concepts from the film and what it looks like getting involved in foster care and adoption. The guide helps create a safe place for your people to ask questions, discuss ideas and understand more about God's heart for vulnerable children and families as it relates to the film.
Inspiring and Equipping Your Church, Uniquely
Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot team has partnered with The Christian Alliance for Orphans, a global alliance of nearly 300 faith-based child and family serving organizations and an extensive network of churches, to ensure you have the pathway you need to take your next best steps in response to how the film has moved and inspired you.
Through CAFO’s Pure Religion Project, you will gain access to world-class resources, supportive community and ongoing connection and coaching all designed to help your church live out the “pure religion” described in the book of James and invited throughout all of scripture.
Explore More Resources to Guide Your Church
There is no one-size-fits-all approach. Your church’s engagement in foster care will look different than a church down the street. Below are resources designed to help you gain the clarity and confidence you need to move forward.
If you want more clarity and confidence in your foster care ministry, then this seven-part limited series podcast on The Foster Church is for you.
This book serves as a field guide for strategically rallying your church around the orphaned and vulnerable.
Explore this series of nine short primers to get you started and help you grow your foster care, adoption and wrap-around support ministries.
Hear the True Story of Possum Trot
Bishop W.C. and Donna Martin recently shared their story with us at CAFO2024 in Nashville, Tenn.
Hear about the moments that catalyzed their passion for vulnerable children, about God’s provision in their home and community, and about the impact their church had on their system’s hardest-to-place children.
Everyone can do something on Pure Religion Sunday
Rooted in James 1:27 and reflected throughout all of Scripture, this special day encourages your church to engage deeply in adoption, foster care, global orphan care and wrap-around family support — central to living as disciples of Christ. Join churches in over 120 countries that have witnessed the transformative power of this day to catalyze action and celebrate all that God is doing in their communities on behalf of vulnerable children and families.
Your church can make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children and families.
We're here to give you the clarity and confidence you need to take the next step.
