Because of Love: Lydiah

We continue our Because of Love series sharing Zoe baby updates with beautiful Lydiah!  Lydiah was born and adopted into love through Zoe’s House in 2019. Her parents, Marvin and Andrea, waited almost three years to be chosen by a …

Because of love: Update on William & Olivia

One of our favorite things at Zoe’s House is when our past adoptive families send us updates of our Zoe Babies! It is such an honor to watch them grow, discover what they love, and follow along with their stories. …

Merry Christmas From Zoe’s House

Embracing the wonder of Christmas and the spirit of adoption that binds hearts together. Celebrating with sweet Benjamin’s family, whose adoption was final in 2023. May this festive season fill your home with love, joy, and the warmth of family, …

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 …