Jamie Calloway introduces the article by comparing the statistics of Christian families who consider fostering (31%), and Christians who actually foster (3%). The author uses smooth language and transitions to move into the five difficulties of being foster parents. Calloway primarily points out that foster parenting is hard. It takes much more effort and time than just being a parent of your own kids. Secondly, it is harder to bond and make a family relationship with a child that you didn't physically have. Calloway reminds parents in her article to focus on the foster child's feelings, especially since he/she might not even wanted to move there. The third point states that foster parents should serve as mediators between the child and his/her biological parents. This will facilitate future connections and help to make peace between the two. The fourth argument that Calloway states is the facts that there is a lot of paperwork. Lastly, the author states how many foster children do have special needs. Foster parents should be prepared to care for a child that may be either physically or mentally challenged. Calloway backs up her five points very well, using both examples and evidence to make her point. Following these five truths are five myths about fostering. Calloway uses clear language to help the reader understand both the good and bad sides of fostering to help the audience consider the possibility.
The author used many points to support her main thesis; the true and false factors about fostering. Calloway directed her article mainly to parents, however kept her language clear and straightforward allowing younger readers to understand as well. The author does not provide much evidence, other than the statistics used to inform the reader in the introduction to the article. There is also a biblical quote in the conclusion, reminding parents of God's command to care for orphans and widows in James. Although Calloway didn't use much evidence, she made clear language and used good points to inform and persuade the audience about fostering. I liked this article, and thought it was very well-written and informative. The truth is that GOd does command us Christians to care for the needy, and we need to obey this command in the ways possible; one of these being fostering orphans.
http://www.christianitytoday.com/women/2014/june/mythbusting-for-foster-parents.html?start=1
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