Unlocking 20+ CAFO Summit Keynotes to Celebrate 20 Years
In honor and celebration of the 20th anniversary of Summit, we're releasing more than 20 keynote addresses from the archives – many of which have never been seen before! Be inspired by these incredible messages throughout the years at CAFO.
David Platt - CAFO2013
David Platt tells of his families' journey of adoption and highlights how beautifully adoption mirrors the gospel.
Bishop W.C. Martin - CAFO2013
Bishop W.C. Martin shares the amazing story of how one simple act changed lives in the small town of Possum Trot.
Dr. Karyn Purvis - CAFO2014
Dr. Karyn Purvis explains the deep impact trauma has on the mind, emotions and even DNA of children who experience neglect and abuse.
Tyrone Flowers - CAFO2014
Former foster youth, Tyron Flowers shares his story and how God has worked in his life.
Bishop Blake - CAFO2015
Pastor Bishop Aaron Blake shares the story of the events that led to fostering six teenage boys and leading his church initiate the first "Stand Sunday."
Peter DeSoto - CAFO2015
Trials are often part of following God's call in caring for the vulnerable and hurting.
Jedd Medefind - CAFO2015
CAFO President Jedd Medefind talks about the challenge of pursuing justice even when it gets hard and how we can persevere on the journey.
Russell Moore - CAFO2015
Russell Moore highlights how the church should be ready to address the moral and ethical issues of our day and how caring for the vulnerable teaches how to disciple not only children but also others.
Peter Greer - CAFO2017
Peter Greer explores three questions we should ask ourselves to assess where our hearts are as we work in foster care, adoption and orphan care ministries.
Steven Curtis & Mary Beth Chapman - CAFO2017
Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman talk about the amazing adventure God has brought them on in their marriage, ministry, music career and advocacy for adoption.
Sandeep Thomas - CAFO2017
Sandeep Thomas was adopted from India and shares how he struggled with connection after experiencing the loss of so many broken relationships until he found freedom and healing in a relationship with God.
Lysa Terkeurst - CAFO2017
Author and speaker Lysa Terkeust shares her story of adopting two boys from Liberia and explores how God loves to use dust – the leftover pieces of what has been broken in our lives –and make something new and beautiful out of it.
Lisa Harper - CAFO2018
Author and speaker Lisa Harper shares her story and the many difficult things God redeemed leading up to the adoption of her daughter Missy.
Aixa de López - CAFO2018
Adoptive mom, Aixa de Lopez reminds us that no one is perfect and that we all need God's strength to continue the important work of caring for vulnerable children.
Crystal Williams - CAFO2019
Former foster youth Crystal Williams delivers a powerful spoken word presentation describing the beauty and power of the gospel.
Dr. Curt Thompson - CAFO2019
Psychiatrist Dr Curt Thompson explores what it means to dwell in the house of the Lord.
Joni Eareckson Tada - CAFO2020
Joni Eareckson Tada talks about her journey through physical trials and how trusting God in small, daily matters helped her find lasting joy and contentment in the midst of her struggles.
Jackie Hill Perry - CAFO2022
Jackie Hill Perry shares her personal experience with trauma, the devastating impact it has on all aspects of her life.
Peter Mutabazi - CAFO2022
Peter Mutabazi is the author of the book, "Now I Am Known" and shared his powerful story of redemption and adoption.
Mamusha Fenta - CAFO2023
Using John 4 and the story of Jesus' meeting with the woman at the well, Dr. Mamusha Fenta shows us how we can live with the long view in mind.
Kondo Simfukwe - CAFO2023
Pastor Kondo Simfukwe delivers a passionate message on Elijah highlighting the different ways God moves in impossible circumstances.
The Green Family - CAFO2023
CAFO President Jedd Medefind interviews three generations of the Green family.
