Antioch Adoptions Pastor's Lunch (WA SB 5599) - Sept. 2023

Washington State SB5599 one of many new laws in Washington State designed to intentionally weaken the authority of parents both in their home and at school.

Please take this opportunity to gather honest and accurate information about the threats facing families in Washington State. It it is critical that you have a clear understanding of the anti-family climate being established in our State as you speak to and lead a congregation. What is a pastor's responsibility and response to the blatant attack on the family?

Listen to four informed guest panelists:

Jake Reed, Lawyer for Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF). The legal impact of SB5599 in Washington State and other threats to Biblical freedoms (both in Washington and nationally).

Pastor Jay Smith, Senior Pastor (and adoptive parent), Cedar Park Church. The biblical truth surrounding SB5599 and the responsibility and response of pastors and church leadership.

Brad Payne, Family Policy Institute of Washington. The State of Washington’s political process and climate regarding SB5599, other bills and the aftermath.

Tammie Paul, Program Manager, Antioch Adoptions The impact on Christian families seeking to foster-to-adopt and foster children already experiencing intense trauma. Hear the facts regarding foster children who run away from home placements. On a daily basis, Antioch Adoptions sees the damage being done to the families and children we serve.