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From Church Planting to Advocating For Youth in Foster Care with Scott Fuller | Murphy-Harpst

November 12, 2025

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The Lovelight Stories Podcast | From Church Planting to Advocating For Youth in Foster Care with Scott Fuller | Murphy-Harpst

Today on the podcast I’m sitting down with Scott Fuller, VP of Advancement at Murphy-Harpst, to better understand foster care and the system that supports youth without a family. You’ll come to learn why instability is unfortunately often a big part of foster care, and how Murphy-Harpst is working to combat the issue. You’ll leave inspired with real evidence of kids thriving in the foster care system too!

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Topics discussed in this episode:

  • Hear Scott’s own personal story of how God lead him from pastoring and church planting to advocating for youth in foster care!

 

  • Hear Scott’s testimony story of coming to Christ!

 

  • Understand how meeting the children at Murphy-Harpst helped heal Scott’s own heart through shared pain and empathy.

 

  • Listen as Scott dispels the myths of child welfare.

 

  • Understand the instability of the foster care system and why that instability is not only bad for the children, but also for the fostering community.

 

  • Come to learn how Murphy-Harpst is pioneering the first-of-its-kind model in Georgia to provide stability for children in foster care!
The Lovelight Stories Podcast | From Church Planting to Advocating For Youth in Foster Care with Scott Fuller | Murphy-Harpst
The Lovelight Stories Podcast | From Church Planting to Advocating For Youth in Foster Care with Scott Fuller | Murphy-Harpst
The Lovelight Stories Podcast | From Church Planting to Advocating For Youth in Foster Care with Scott Fuller | Murphy-Harpst

Scott's Bio:

Scott Fuller is a visionary leader and seasoned community development professional dedicated to serving at-risk youth and advancing child welfare reforms in Georgia. With a B.A. in Pre-Law from King University and a Master of Divinity from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, he combines academic depth with extensive hands-on experience. As Vice President of Advancement at Murphy-Harpst Children’s Centers, Inc., Scott has been instrumental in securing funding and building partnerships that expand vital mental health and community-based programs. With a background in nonprofit management, ministry, and public relations, he is passionate about inspiring others to engage in impactful missions.

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The Lovelight Stories Podcast | From Church Planting to Advocating For Youth in Foster Care with Scott Fuller | Murphy-Harpst

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