Faith Child

by Laura Smucker, Kaylene (Bontrager) Stoltzfus

Eldon and Mary Ellen Bontrager just wanted an ordinary life. However, their path takes an unexpected turn when several disabled chil­dren are born. And then one day their world is blown apart. A baby no one expected, under unimaginable circumstances . . . An unforgetta­ble story of resilience, redemption, and relying on a faithful God. 16-page full-color photo section. [publisher website]
Note: cover has her named spelled Smucker but the publisher's website has Schmucker, used to cover spelling.

304 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2025

Reviews

[Tammy Jata · Rating 3 out of 5]

Intriguing story, but the author just told it. You as a reader, never feel a part of the story. It’s not character driven at all. I suppose you could say it’s event driven, but even then the events are just basically recited. The story of the Bontrager family is fascinating, but the book itself was a disappointment.

[jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an incredible story! This story made me cry and rejoice to see God's awesome hand at work in the lives of this family.

[Lorinda Wagler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sad story with a redemptive ending.

[Julia · Rating 4 out of 5]

😢 what a story!! There was so much sadness and heartache throughout. But praise the Lord for redemption and forgiveness!

[Dave Nisly · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a powerful story of God's redemptive work in the most tragic scenario! Personally knowing the Bontrager family all my life only adds to the beauty of this story.

[Ellen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Faith and forgiveness triumph over challenge and devastation.
Well-written.