Chelsea Patterson Sobolik serves as the Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy. Prior to joining Lifeline, she was the Director of Policy for the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC). Previously, she worked on Capitol Hill on pro-life policies, domestic and international religious freedom, adoption, and foster care issues. Chelsea has been published at the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Gospel Coalition, Christianity Today, and others. She is the author of Longing for Motherhood – Holding onto Hope in the Midst of Childlessness, and a forthcoming book on women and work. She has a B.A. in International Relations from Liberty University, and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband Michael. She and Michael are in the adoption process, and are looking forward to welcoming home a child from India.

What I am doing on a perfect weekend evening.

I love to cook and host and spend time with my dearest friends! A perfect weekend evening includes a long lingering dinner with room for rich conversation, and plenty of delicious food!

What do you do when you are not at Lifeline?

I enjoy reading, writing, being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family. I also love food and exploring new restaurants in town, or trying new recipes at home!!

Favorite scripture.

Psalm 73