by Bret Capranica | Nov 20, 2009 | Adoption, Featured Articles, Marriage and Family, Personal
Today was a great day, celebrating God’s providential goodness in brining Emilia Ann Capranica into our home. It’s official, she’s a Capranica. When Emi came to us, it was just after losing Lizzy. We took her in, being told that it was highly likely she would only be with us a short time. She’s now family. What a joy. Once again, we packed out Commissioner Bradley Snell’s courtroom in Temecula and heard him tell us that under the law she is viewed as our natural born daughter with all the rights, duties, and responsibilities as parent and child. Here’s the video (the volume is bad, you’ll need to turn it up): Many family and friends could not come today – we missed you more than you can know. We’re so thrilled with those who could. Perhaps the video will give you a taste of our joyful day. Thanks to all who made it to the court, to all who have prayed and encouraged, and to all who stopped by to celebrate afterward. Here’s all of us singing “Happy B-day” to Emi (her birthday is next week – 2 years). Brie was just as excited as...
by Bret Capranica | Sep 25, 2009 | Adoption, Featured Articles, Marriage and Family, Personal
[YouTube Video] On Tuesday of this week we received a phone call regarding fostering a 2 day old little boy who happens to be Brie’s half brother. Gladly we picked up little David Andrew from the hospital and brought him home. Oh yeah, and it happened to be my 40th birthday. Pretty great gift. So, we begin the process again of fostering a little one who may actually become a part of the family. The Lord’s will be done for his glory. Until we know, we’re enjoying every...
by Bret Capranica | Aug 25, 2009 | Marriage and Family
Great questions to use a starters when thinking about a potential mate. Come to think about it, they comprised a lot of what Kel and I discussed and worked through well before engagement. Questions to Ask When Preparing for Marriage :: Desiring...
by Bret Capranica | Nov 1, 2008 | Culture, Marriage and Family, Presidential History
Thabiti Anyabwile pointed us to this video of a CNN interview with Pastor Vodie Baucham on Sarah Palin, the Vice Presidency, motherhood, the authority of Scripture and the priority of the gospel. In addition to this being the most biblical evaluation of the possibility of Palin’s ascendancy to office that I have heard yet, it is also one of the clearest demonstrations of how to engage the culture with the priority of the gospel. more about “Sarah Palin and the Vice Presidency“, posted with...
by Bret Capranica | May 17, 2008 | Marriage and Family
Dr. Mohler comments on the California Supreme Court’s decision to grant gay marriages. California Supreme Court Redefines Marriage
by Bret Capranica | Mar 21, 2008 | Marriage and Family
Great material from C.J. Mahaney on biblical masculinity. Interview with C.J. Mahaney on biblical masculinity – The Shepherd’s...
