We will all hear it on the sidewalk of abortion centers at some point: “You are making her feel bad! You should be ashamed of yourself!” Countless times, boyfriends or parents of the aborting mother approach me angrily, saying we are not acting very “Christian” when we are there making Read more…
In the unrehearsed role-playing video (link is below), the mother is leading a risky lifestyle. She comes to the abortion center because she fears the baby might be disabled as a result. She is agnostic, so the counselor’s approach is shifted with that knowledge. “The baby might die or be Read more…
The first days after a mom chooses life are critical. Sidewalk counselors should follow up with her to provide her with the support she desperately needs. First hours and days are critical Touch base within a few hours. I send inspiring Bible verses, reminders of why they chose life, summary Read more…
There are so many things to say to someone who is about to kill her child. There are so many reasons why that is a terrible idea. Quite often, especially as a new volunteer, we are tongue-tied when we see the mothers on the brink of killing their babies. There Read more…
Conflict is Not Unusual Many of the women we work with are conflicted. Even after they make a choice for life, sometimes they still waver. The first 48 hours are particularly critical. In that 48 hours, in most cases the resources and help we are able to provide have not Read more…