
About CFS
Christian Family Services, is a non-profit child placing and professional counseling agency. We are supported by local Christians and Churches and licensed in both Missouri and Illinois (agency ID# 072877). Christian Family Services, Inc., was established in 1973 to provide services to children and families in need. The areas in which we assist are: ConnectCare, professional maternity counseling, adoptive placement, professional counseling, and family life education/enrichment. Though all ConnectCare parents, adoptive parents, and staff are Christians, services are provided to children, families, and individuals regardless of religious affiliation.
Our Mission
Christian Family Services, Inc strives to Love, Serve, Empower, and Connect children, families, and individuals within our community. CFS’s purpose is to serve the community by touching lives through foster care, adoption, transitional housing, and professional counseling. Our mission is to serve the community by strengthening and supporting families, individuals, and children through compassionate and professional care along with quality social services.
our Staff:

Eric McPherson
Executive Director
MA, LPC

Steven Awtrey
Director Emeritus
M.Ed.,LPC

Jodi Mitchell
Director of Finance & Social Services
BS

Sarah Gentry
Therapist & Program Advisor
MAC, MAT, NCC, LPC

Sally Blackburn
Therapist
Ph.D., LPC

Jeff Fabbiano
Therapist
MA, LPC

Lisa Randolph
Therapist
MA, LPC

Megan Westjohn
Social Worker
LMSW, LCSW

Mary Ennis
Office Manager

Carla Rupkey
Insurance Specialist