In the Bible Belt, most of the women entering the abortion center claim a belief in God. Many were raised in a Christian home and report that they are Christian. Often times, they have a “work-based” theology, and are uncertain if they are going to heaven or hell; however, most Read more…
The Scene Kate *(not real name) arrived with her mother. They went in the center, but were in and out and finally came to us. The mother clearly was siding towards abortion but said she would support Kate in her choice. Kate was very non-emotional, even flat affect. She did Read more…
Often, Help Turns to Helplessness A woman pulled over to talk with one of our newer counselors, Leah, stating that she was set on abortion. Leah brought her to me. As our discussion progressed for nearly an hour while Leah listened, Marcy* (not real name) confided that she was schizophrenic Read more…
Joseph’s Dream and Doubt Joseph had a dream that he knew was sent by God. Ten sheathes of wheat were to bow down to him. He may not have shown great humility and wisdom in mentioning this dream to his already jealous brothers. They rightly perceived that it was they Read more…
Domestic Violence and Abortion Some studies indicate that more than a third of women who abort are in domestic abuse situations. Statistically, two-thirds of women who abort report coercion. The layers of victimization become increasingly dangerous and complex when women are in a domestic abuse situation. Throughout the nation, there are domestic Read more…