Maybe you’ve never thought you were part of the answer to America’s orphan crisis—confronting a reality that millions of children are waiting, hoping to become part of a family. On this episode of State of Independence, Joe Watkins speaks with Pastor Preston Broadhurst, who along with his wife Karen is quietly obeying that “still, small voice” to love and care for the most vulnerable—those without the protection of a family. (original airdate 3-31-23)
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