The Call to Care A Compassionate Response to Orphaned and Vulnerable Children

Bethany Christian Services CEO Bill Blacquiere urges readers to step up and step out to make a difference in the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children.

What does it mean to follow Jesus’ command to care for “the least of these”? Bill Blacquiere invites readers to explore a myriad of options for loving vulnerable children. The Call to Care offers:

•    An overview of the many faces of adoption
•    Background on the theology of family
•    Information on foster care and support services
•    Guidance in caring for refugee families and children
•    Insight for encouraging churches to support adoptive, foster, and refugee families

From his vast experience working with vulnerable children in the United States and internationally, Blacquiere inspires and challenges readers to discover the joy of caring for the vulnerable and hurting.

Bill Blacquiere has served with Bethany Christian Services for more than twenty-five years as chief operating officer, director of operations in Michigan, and CEO since 2006. He serves on the boards of the National Council for Adoption and the Christian Alliance for Orphans. He and his family live in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Ann Byle is a professional writer with many books, articles, and features to her credit. She and her family live in Grand Rapids, Michigan.