When a family determines to open their home and hearts to a child through adoption, the costs can be staggering. Depending on what route is chosen, the expense can range from $2,500–$40,000. These fees include legal costs, travel expenses, agency charges, and immigration and court costs. Adopting an orphaned child is an act of extreme love and sacrifice. Often, families are prevented from adopting because it simply can’t be afforded. Even the moderate expense of adoption through a foster agency can keep a child from the love of a Christian home. Working in conjunction with Sacred Selections, 1213 strives to help these families in their service to God and desire to fulfill James 1:27.