A Life-Affirming Hello

A Life-Affirming Hello

A colleague told me recently that she’s been reading through the letters in the New Testament, and she’s specifically been noticing the greetings at the beginning of each letter. She loves the way those greetings affirm the reader’s life. For example, Paul’s greetings almost always include “Grace and peace to you…

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Big Thanks Offered, Large Diapers Still Needed

Big Thanks Offered, Large Diapers Still Needed

Stories from the Front Lines One client posted this on our Facebook page: “I just want to say I’m very thankful for the help that you guys are doing for the moms and families out there... It’s already hard for me on just a regular day. I don’t have family to help me, but I have you guys and I am very thankful for…

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He Helps Us Understand

He Helps Us Understand

Austin was in prison. He had to leave his girlfriend and their new baby boy behind at home. When he heard we offered Practical Fatherhood classes to the inmates on a weekly basis, for free, he wanted to be part of them. He faithfully came to class and did his homework. He learned how to be a better role model for his son.…

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Impact Beyond Today

Impact Beyond Today

The other day I was reading a devotion that had to do with people’s mindsets toward their vocations. It asked the question: “What are you doing now that will outlive you?”  I stopped and thought about that for a moment. I work for a pregnancy resource center – more “behind the scenes”, you might say. I do…

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What in the World Do I Say?

What in the World Do I Say?

Did you ever think about what you would say to someone if they confided in you that they were pregnant, and were planning to have an abortion? I know that kind of conversation might sound rare, but it happens more often than you might think. So – just in case - here are some responses for you to consider. They’re presented…

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A Tapestry of Hope

A Tapestry of Hope

Felicia is a young woman who was facing an unintended pregnancy and came to us for help. As we served her, we realized the Lord had surrounded her with additional support for her journey: She was part of a tight-knit family who was prepared to help her however she needed. And what’s more, two of Felicia’s friends came…

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