Adoption, Foster, And Orphan Care Ministry

LEGACY 68:5

Mobilizing the church to reflect God’s heart for every child and family

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“A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy habitation. God sets the lonely in families.” — Psalm 68:5-6a

Equip, Connect, Sustain

Legacy 68:5 was established in 2008 to provide connection, community, and funding to families compelled to move toward adoption in compassion for the orphan. Since then, our ministry has grown to serve adoptive, foster, and kinship families through every stage of the journey — from exploration to post-placement and beyond.

Today we connect families with community, equip them with biblical and trauma-informed resources and training, and sustain them through wrap-around care, prayer, financial assistance, and clinical support through The Oaks.

We believe firmly that it is God who forms and restores all families, and that His healing work is accomplished through the commitment of families and caregivers who open their hearts and homes — and through a local church willing to walk alongside them.

Whether you are exploring adoption, fostering, or simply wanting to support others, our ministry is here for you.

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Resources and Assistance

Resources and Assistance

Through our Adoption & Foster Care Assistance Fund, we help reduce financial barriers for families saying “yes” to God’s call. This fund provides grants to help cover adoption fees, licensing costs, and other practical expenses.

Global Care

Global Care

Our Global Care efforts extend support to vulnerable children around the world by partnering with trusted global ministries. Together, we share the love of Christ by promoting family-based care, education, and sustainable solutions.

Prayer and Support

Prayer and Support

We believe in wrapping families with a strong community of prayer, care, and presence. Our Wrap-Around teams provide meals, mentoring, prayer, and other practical help to sustain families for the long haul.

En Español

En Español

Apoyamos a las familias de habla hispana en cada paso del proceso. Nuestro ministerio ofrece recursos, grupos de apoyo y asistencia en español para ayudarle a caminar este camino con fe y comunidad.

Upcoming Events

Browse the events below and find a great way to connect, grow, and serve together.

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29 MAY
Houston's First Events | As One: A Film Screening On The Lawn

As One: A Film Screening On The Lawn

May 29, 2026 @ 7a — The Loop

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FAQs

Anyone! Our ministry serves adoptive, foster, and kinship families at every stage of the journey. Whether you’re exploring, in process, post-placement, or simply wanting to support others caring for vulnerable children, you are welcome.

Adoption is the legal process of permanently welcoming a child into your family. Foster care provides a temporary, safe home for a child while their birth family works toward reunification. Kinship care is when a relative or close family friend steps in to care for a child who can’t remain with their parents. Legacy 68:5 supports families on all three paths.

You belong here. Legacy 68:5 supports families and individuals at every point — whether you’re just beginning to explore, years post-placement, or an adult adoptee. Our gatherings, classes, and clinical care through The Oaks are designed for wherever you are today. Q4: Do I need to be a church member to attend a group or receive support? — No. While many of our families attend Houston’s First, all are welcome. Q5: Is there financial help available for adoptive and foster families? — Yes. Through our Assistance Fund, Legacy 68:5 offers pre-placement and post-placement grants as part of our ministry’s commitment to supporting families at every stage. Fill out our Interest Form to get connected — we’d love to have you be part of our community.

Become a Pathmaker, give to the Assistance Fund, serve at events, or pray for families. Fill out our Interest Form and we’ll help you find your place.



The Oaks provides specialized, trauma-informed therapeutic care for kinship, foster, and adoptive families — including counseling, parent support, occupational therapy, legal assistance, and more. Learn more about The Oaks

Sí. Tenemos recursos y asistencia disponible para familias de habla hispana. Complete nuestro Formulario de Interés bilingüe y un miembro de nuestro equipo se comunicará con usted.

We come alongside trusted ministry partners caring for orphaned and vulnerable children across the globe — multiplying impact through prayer, funding, and hands-on service to promote family-based care, education, and sustainable solutions. Learn more about our Ministry Partners

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Toni Steere

Toni Steere

Director of Legacy 68:5

Megan Moursund

Megan Moursund

The Oaks Clinical Director