The CALL in Ouachita and Dallas Counties

The CALL in Ouachita and Dallas Counties Providing training and support to foster families so that all children in foster care in Ouachita and Dallas Counties have a clean, safe, and secure home.

Never miss out on what's happening at The CALL throughout Arkansas. Next edition of our bi-monthly e-newsletter goes out...
09/03/2026

Never miss out on what's happening at The CALL throughout Arkansas. Next edition of our bi-monthly e-newsletter goes out next week! ๐Ÿคฉ Sign up: thecallinarkansas.org

Foster care is local missions.Christians are called to care for the fatherless and vulnerable. Today, foster care is one...
09/01/2026

Foster care is local missions.

Christians are called to care for the fatherless and vulnerable. Today, foster care is one of the ways the Church can live out that calling in a very real and tangible way.

But knowing ๐˜ฉ๐˜ฐ๐˜ธ to step into foster care can feel overwhelming. Thatโ€™s where The CALL comes in.

We're here to equip local churches to support children and families impacted by foster care.

That can look different in every community. It might look like calling families to open their homes, rallying around foster families through Care Teams, creating spaces for prayer and encouragement, or supporting the mission through donations. The CALL walks alongside local churches, helping them engage in foster care ministry in ways that fit their people, resources, and community.

Want to learn how The CALL can support your church? Contact us! thecallinarkansas.org/contact

Souper Sunday is back!On October 25th, churches across Ouachita & Dallas Counties are invited to join together for a sim...
08/28/2026

Souper Sunday is back!

On October 25th, churches across Ouachita & Dallas Counties are invited to join together for a simple fundraiser that makes a meaningful difference for children and families impacted by foster care.

Your church provides the soup, invites your congregation to give, and weโ€™ll provide the containers, details, and support!

Interested in participating this year? Weโ€™d love to have your church join us.

Contact us to get signed up: [email protected]

Every Prayer Matters! Every day at 1:27, letโ€™s pause and pray for children and families impacted by foster care!If you w...
08/27/2026

Every Prayer Matters!

Every day at 1:27, letโ€™s pause and pray for children and families impacted by foster care!

If you would like to know more about joining our prayer team, apply here!
https://www.thecallinarkansas.org/contact

We know that stepping into foster care seems daunting. There are a lot of questions and "what if's" that can keep us fro...
08/27/2026

We know that stepping into foster care seems daunting. There are a lot of questions and "what if's" that can keep us from saying YES. But...what if you didn't need to see the full journey? What if you didn't need to know all the answers and address all the concerns?

๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ถ๐—ณ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—ท๐˜‚๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ณ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐˜ ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฝ?

When we read Scripture and see God calling His people to action, He often only gives them the first step. He calls them to obedience without revealing His bigger plan.

Is He calling you to take the first step? Is He calling you to trust Him without knowing how everything will turn out?

We know that He is faithful. We know His grace is sufficient. ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ด๐—ต.

Take the first step today! thecallinarkansas.org/contact

Update: light and air filters have been taken care of! We โค๏ธ our community! Weโ€™re looking for a friend with a 10ft ladde...
08/25/2026

Update: light and air filters have been taken care of! We โค๏ธ our community!

Weโ€™re looking for a friend with a 10ft ladder willing to come snap this light back in place, swap out our air filters, and possibly replace a few ceiling tiles. Can you help?!

Teenagers are growing in independence, but that doesnโ€™t mean theyโ€™re outgrowing their need for connection. Having a safe...
08/25/2026

Teenagers are growing in independence, but that doesnโ€™t mean theyโ€™re outgrowing their need for connection. Having a safe, supportive caregiver still matters deeply. Building a strong relationship doesnโ€™t always require a big conversation. Sometimes, it happens in the little moments, like saying yes to an expressed need or sharing a hobby.

Below are four simple ways to foster that connection! What other ways do you connect with the teens in your life? Add them in the comments!

๐Ÿ’™ ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐˜†๐—ฒ๐˜€. When itโ€™s safe and realistic, say yes when your teen asks for something. The more you say yes and meet their needs, the more they learn to trust and accept love.

๐ŸŽฎ ๐—ง๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ฒ ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฌ. Set aside at least 10 minutes each day to do something your teen enjoys, whether thatโ€™s playing video games, participating in sports, doing each otherโ€™s nails, or simply hanging out. Find ways to enjoy the time and make room for joy and laughter!

๐ŸŽต ๐—๐—ผ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐—ฟ ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฏ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€. Invite your teen to teach you about the things they love. Ask them to share their favorite music, games, books, or interests with you.

๐Ÿซถ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€. Pay attention to their body language, tone, and energy. Mirroring their behavior in subtle ways can communicate acceptance and approachability.

What if a childโ€™s challenging behavior is actually a sign that they need to feel safe, known, and loved?Many children in...
08/20/2026

What if a childโ€™s challenging behavior is actually a sign that they need to feel safe, known, and loved?

Many children in our communities have experienced trauma that can impact the way they connect with others. As churches welcome children into classrooms, youth groups, and ministries, church staff and volunteers have the opportunity to respond with empathy, patience, and consistency.

๐Ÿ’™ ๐—Ÿ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ž๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜€ is a trauma-informed training designed to equip churches with practical tools and insights to:

โœจ Prioritize connection over correction
โœจ Understand how trauma impacts children
โœจ Recognize when a child is feeling unsafe and experiencing dysregulation
โœจ Implement trauma-sensitive strategies to help these children thrive
โœจ Foster curiosity, compassion, and connection in your interactions with children

When churches are prepared to care well, they become powerful places of healing and hope. The CALL is here to help make that possible.

If your church would like to bring this kind of training to your team, contact The CALL in your area to learn more: https://thecallinarkansas.org/contact

Back-to-school season brings new routines, busy evenings, and full calendars for every family. For foster families, thos...
08/18/2026

Back-to-school season brings new routines, busy evenings, and full calendars for every family. For foster families, those adjustments can also come with additional appointments, transitions, and the needs of children who may be navigating a season of change.

If you know a foster family in your community, a small act of support can make a big difference during this season. We've got a few ideas to get you started!

๐Ÿ Drop off a warm meal for dinner
๐Ÿผ Offer to babysit
๐Ÿš™ Run an errand or two around town
๐Ÿ“š Help with homework
๐Ÿ“ž Check in with foster parents

Every family's needs are different, and what feels like a small gesture to you may provide exactly the encouragement they need.

๐Ÿ’™ Foster and adoptive parents: What has been the most meaningful way someone has supported your family during the back-to-school season? Share your ideas in the commentsโ€”we'd love to learn from you!

It may be 100ยฐ outside this week, but soup season is coming! Be on the lookout for more information on SOUPer Sunday soo...
08/17/2026

It may be 100ยฐ outside this week, but soup season is coming! Be on the lookout for more information on SOUPer Sunday soon!! ๏ฟผ

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