The Temples’ Story: Our 10 Year Adoption Journey to Benjamin

Darryl and Bethany Temple’s adoption journey is a beautiful story of overcoming grief, adversity and even self-doubt in order to see their hearts’ desire for adoption fulfilled. Their decade-long dream’s name is Benjamin. “And now, Lord, what do I wait …

The Work of Zoe’s House in Numbers

On this page, you can see the work of Zoe’s House in numbers and learn about the other ways we serve women, children, families, and communities with the spirit of adoption. Zoe’s House is a non profit, 501(c)3 organization. To …

Fall 2023: God Sets the Lonely in Families

Dear friends, December is a month of tradition. Most of us have Christmas parties we host, food we prepare, friends we make gifts for – all a part of the seasonal rhythm that fills our hearts with joy.    At our …

A Story Worth Telling: Amelia

Dear friends, As Amelia (*Name changed to protect birth mom’s privacy) walked into the coffee shop with her very pregnant belly and Chiefs gear, I noticed her eyes – bright, clear, focused, and full of love. Her voice told a …

Fall 2023: A Letter From Kelsey Bohlender

A story worth telling

Dear friends, History is the narrative of the past. We study it to know where we’ve been and if we’re fortunate enough to unlock it, to have some understanding of where we are going. Kansas City has a unique history …

Fall 2023: A Story Worth Telling

Dear friends, As we say goodbye to a wonderful summer and enter into fall I wanted to share a heartfelt update with you. Watch this special video message, from my heart to yours.  Thank you for investing in the lives …

Jackson Meets His Birth Mom

Recently, we shared with you about Jackson, a Zoe baby adopted into love in 2021 (Read his story HERE!). Jackson was adopted by amazing parents, Cyrus and Ashley, who were committed to honoring his birth mom as the hero of …

Have You Met Jackson?

Even before he was born, Jackson was teaching his parents to trust the Lord’s timing. Jackson’s parents, Cyrus & Ashley, came to Kansas City two weeks before his birth mother’s due date but Jackson was in no hurry.  “We had …

Dreams come true. An update on a Zoe Baby

We love to share updates with you from our Zoe babies. So here is a peek into Cannon’s toddler life. You play a vital role in his story – your gifts make all the difference to families like Cannon’s.  Cannon’s story…. …