We are a married Christian couple looking to adopt a child. We are willing to adopt a child of any ethnicity, either boy or girl, from a newborn to a school ager. We are willing to adopt twins or multiple children, but no more than 3 kids.
We pray that God helps you find a good match for your child - even if it isn't us. May He give you guidance in your journey to find someone who will care for and treasure your child - and maybe befriend you too!
The child (or children) we adopt will be well provided for. Our intention is that Rebecca will stay at home with a child who is not school age. Our adopted child will be deeply treasured not only by us, but by close family and friends. We hope to become friends with his or her birth parent or birth family. Open adoption allows a child to continue to have a relationship with their birth parent or birth family. However, we understand if you prefer a more distant relationship. We also understand that friendship requires mutual trust. If you are considering us as possible adoptive parents for your child and interested in knowing more about us, please contact us at jr.adoption123@gmail.com.
May God give you wisdom and bless you immensely as you consider what is best for you and your child.
Sincerely,
Rebecca and Joshua
For more favorites and details, go to our Catholic Charities profile page.
We understand your time is valuable, and it's nice to just see all the facts. Here are quick facts on US:
We are seeking to adopt a child ages 0 months up to 8 years old, a boy or girl of any ethnicity; willing to adopt twins or up to 3 children at once.
We are Christian Protestants attending a Free Methodist Church
We live in a house with big backyard, located in a small city in a rural area
While we do not have any children of our own, we teach Children's Church together, have helped with other children's ministries, and babysit on occasion.
We watch videos, play games, read the Bible, garden, make music, and walk the dogs.
We enjoy visiting with family. Some live closeby and some are overseas. See the map below for places we've visited.
We are both in in our upper 30s and have been married for more than 10 years!
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Occupation: Electrical Engineer
Education: Master's degree
Raised by: Mother and Father
Siblings: 3 sisters
Favorite activity: Gardening veggies outside and plants inside
Hobbies: Playing piano, playing games, playing with and collecting Legos (He's a playful guy.)
Favorite Bible verse: Proverbs 11:22
"Like a gold ring in a pig's snout is a beautiful woman who shows no discretion."
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Occupation: School Substitute/Homemaker
Education: Bachelor's degree
Raised by: Mom and Dad
Siblings: 1 sister
Favorite activity: Reading or spending time with loved ones
Hobbies: Walking with the dog, singing, playing harp, listening to music/podcasts
Favorite Bible verse: Psalms 113
"...Who is like the LORD our God? One who sits enthroned on high and stoops to look far down upon the heavens and the earth. He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the ashheap and seats them with their princes..."
We met not so long ago and not so far away. Joshua was getting an electrical engineering degree at a Wisconsin university and was part of a Christian group there. One day, there was a new student event at a local family's farm. Two young ladies attended this event, and decided to leave a little earlier, so Joshua drove them back to campus. Little did he know that he had just given a ride to Rebecca, his future wife. We became good friends and enjoyed talking and eating together. We especially enjoyed talking about the Bible.
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After many things including letters at Christmas, an experiment to discover women's affections, an awkward confession of feelings, a decision to court, talking under starry skies at Rebecca's grandparents' house, and a marriage proposal in a basement, we got married in the summer of 2011.
As having biological children was not an option, we began pursuing adoption about two years after marriage. (Wow! It has been a long journey just to where we are now!) However, God knew exactly what He was doing, and He used the adoption journey to help Rebecca to grow, to help Joshua to grow, and to help both of us to grow as a couple. Our marriage has not only been established, but made firm so we can give an adopted child the support he or she needs.
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During the journey, we adopted two brother kitties (yes, they are biological brothers) a year after getting married...and a large 80 lb dog a year before Covid and a 50 lb dog in 2025. God is good.
Toby with our niece
Susie and one of her favorite kids
We became active in the Free Methodist Church, particularly in children's ministries, and are now key helpers with Children's Church.
Now here we are, turning over a new leaf and adopting though Catholic Charities Diocese of La Crosse.
And the story continues...
Will we be part of your child's story?
You can contact us at jr.adoption123@gmail.com
This is My Father's World 20250720_111617.mp4This is my Father's World performed by Rebecca
I Surrender All MelodyI Surrender All performed by Joshua
To learn still more about us, you can see our Profile Book here!
Joshua with our nephew & niece
In the Rockies with Rebecca's Family
Fun with parents & Joshua's sister
Rebecca with her sister and mom
Lightsaber fight! Will Joshua be bested?
Ahhh! A dragon!
Celebrating July 4th!
Joshua's birthday with his parents
St. Nick's celebration with family
Christmas lights event with mother
Rebecca with nieces at Train Museum
Visiting an outdoor garden
Us with our parents
Fun with mom!
At an indoor garden with Joshua's sister