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In a time when more children than ever need safe, loving homes, Called to Foster? arrives as both a compassionate guide and a courageous invitation. Releasing May 5, 2026—and available for preorder now—this powerful new resource by Dr. John DeGarmo and Jen Lilley encourages families to answer the call and embrace the journey of foster care with faith and confidence.
Blending warmth, wisdom, and refreshing honesty, Called to Foster? offers a real-world look at what it means to open your heart and home to a child in need. From navigating paperwork and licensing to parenting children who have experienced trauma, the authors walk readers through every stage of the process. Their tone is practical yet hope-filled, filled with candid stories, helpful guidance, and soul-strengthening encouragement.
Jen Lilley—an award-winning actress known for her work in television and film—writes not only as a public figure but as a foster and adoptive mother through the Los Angeles County system. Dr. John DeGarmo, founder of The Foster Care Institute, brings decades of experience, having fostered more than sixty-five children alongside his wife and trained agencies and families worldwide. Together, their combined lived experience creates a resource that is both deeply personal and highly practical.
Whether you are prayerfully considering foster care or already walking this challenging and beautiful road, Called to Foster? reminds readers that they are not alone. For families, churches, and agencies alike, this book is a timely and essential guide to loving well—and making a lasting difference. Learn more at shop.ironstreammedia.com. †
