Growing Families One Heart at a time

Christian families caring for kids in foster care.

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One Heart cares for children in the Missouri foster care system by equipping and supporting Christian families impacted by foster care.


Who We Are


At One Heart Family Ministries, we believe every child deserves a loving, stable home—and every foster and adoptive parent deserves unwavering support. Since 2004, we have helped families across Missouri prepare for the life-changing journey of fostering and adoption.

Once a One Heart Family, always a One Heart Family.

Meet Our Team

How We Serve Families

Become a licensed foster or adoptive parent with MO C.A.R.E. training offered through One Heart. Our classes combine state-required curriculum with faith-based encouragement and trauma-informed strategies—taught by people who have walked this journey themselves.

Ongoing Support After Licensing

Our care doesn’t stop when you’re licensed—we continue walking with you through every placement, challenge, and milestone. 

Community, Training & Connection

We host continuing education courses, faith-based parenting workshops, and family events where you can connect with others walking the same path. 

Why Choose One Heart?

  • Faith-Based Approach – Rooted in biblical truth and prayer.

  • Trauma-Informed Care – Learn strategies to help children from hard places.

  • Lifelong Relationship – Once you train with us, you’re part of the One Heart Family. Once a One Heart Family, always a One Heart Family.

  • Local Expertise – Serving foster and adoptive families across the Greater St. Louis Metro Region.

Get Involved

  • Become a Foster/Adoptive ParentStart with our training classes.

  • Partner With UsSupport our programs through donations or church partnerships.

  • VolunteerHelp meet the needs of local foster and adoptive families.


News, Events & Updates

  • Pjday

    Pajama Day 2025

    Local Christian Schools Support kids in foster care.

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  • 2020 Full Logo

    Barry-Wehmiller & Design Group Support Local Foster Children

    Will you bless a foster Child for Christmas?

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    NEXT Foster Parent Training Class

    Winter 2026 Class start date is January 26th
    Monday evenings 6-9PM
    NEW MO C.A.R.E. Curriculum

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  • Hopeforjourney

    Hope for the Journey

    One Heart hosting Jan 23/24, 2026

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    One Heart Foster Closet

    Located in Des Peres
    Serving children & families impacted by foster care

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  • 11,815

    Kids in MO Foster Care as of June 2024

  • 545

    families trained by One Heart and growing...

  • 360

    children adopted by One Heart families and growing...