The media insists that pro-life counselors are “abortion protesters.” In contrast, the “pro-choice” group is often called “reproductive rights advocates.” This subtle bias in the use of language can shape not only how the public views pro-life ministry, but sometimes even how we view our work. Are we protesters? The Read more…
I have been a sidewalk counselor on the frontlines of the abortion battle for 6 ½ years now. Being on the sidewalk, I have seen and heard it all. I am out there several days a week while an average of 20-30 babies die 6 days a week. I am Read more…
My head was pounding, my heart heavy, tears threatened, and worries abounded as I got in the car. “I cannot do this, Lord,” I said. After over six years as a sidewalk counselor in front of the abortion center, I knew I could NOT minister as God would have me Read more…
The only English this woman knew was: “No English. Swahili.” I blinked at her. She had stopped her car in front of the abortion center as I waved our literature and smiled. She pointed to the abortion center indicating that was her destination. However, my Swahili is not much better Read more…
The woman had received everything our mentorship program had to offer when she chose life over abortion. The list of resources offered and received was impressive: a caring mentor, a baby shower, help paying bills, parenting help and childcare in a wonderful residential program, help securing a safe apartment, help Read more…