Becoming Sons & Daughters

Becoming Sons & Daughters

PG 2012 · 53 min · Documentary, Drama

Every major social problem that plagues our nation today can be traced back to one root cause: Fatherlessness. For instance, 71% of pregnant teenagers live in a fatherless home. Additionally, 85% of young men in prison grew up without a dad. They are not stats, they are desperate for stability. From small town American to the heart of New York City, 'Becoming Sons & Daughters' tells the stories of people who are stepping into the lives of fatherless kids. Through adoption, mentoring, and simply paying attention, these men and women are planting hope and security. They are giving kids a future and helping them become sons and daughters.

Directed by M.D. Neely · Written by Kaylann Badgley

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Chris Travis Chris Travis
Wendy Bennett Wendy Bennett
Kaylann Badgley Kaylann Badgley
Matt Mueller Matt Mueller
Chris Keith Chris Keith

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