Helping Women to See That Life Is an Option
As we observe Sanctity of Human Life Month in January — and in the face of America’s fast-changing abortion landscape — no one would blame you for asking, “How in the world did we get where we are today?”
The “Pro-Choice” Movement’s Deception
For two years after Roe v. Wade was overturned, we celebrated. But this year is different. Tragic.
After a decline for nearly 30 years, abortions are increasing. More than 1 million lives were taken in 2023 alone. All of this was spurred on by a “pro-choice” movement determined to convince women that abortion is the simple solution — now made easier through the increasing availability of the abortion pill.
Still, we know that most women want to choose life. Three of five who had abortions said so in a
nationwide study. Their desire is proven by the success of this crucial work you support at Caring Network. We serve abortion-minded women every day and strive to equip them to choose life.
They choose life because your giving provides the support they need.
Pro-abortion forces are working to expand abortion where it is legal AND challenge laws where it is restricted or banned. This has pushed the abortion rate higher across the nation. And because abortion is still legal in Illinois, more women — over 1,200 women served in the past 12 months — have come to us for medical grade pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and loving care as they take advantage of our free services. God is using these appointments you make possible to help women, like one we’ll call Jamie, choose life.
Equipping More Mothers to Choose Life
When Jamie came to Caring Network for help, she had just ended an abusive relationship.
She was also pregnant, and had an abortion scheduled. Jamie did not consider that choosing life was an option . . . until she met with a Caring Network consultant and was introduced to her child in an ultrasound.
That day Jamie learned that her unborn child was 17 weeks along, with beautifully formed features, she was moved. Yet with a heavy heart, Jamie expressed her resignation to follow through with an abortion. Caring Network’s prayer partners lifted this troubled mom and her child in prayer!
The day of her appointment came, and Jamie missed it. She scheduled a second appointment, as prayers continued, and her pregnancy consultant offered further support. Then the moment of truth finally arrived — Jamie turned back. She just couldn’t go through with it!
When asked what changed her mind, Jamie said, “I’m too far along. My baby is already fully formed.” Praise God!
Providing Practical Help for Women in Need
With more women like Jamie requesting appointments with us, every single gift from friends like you is truly important. And if you are able to, we hope you will consider giving monthly as a Partner for Life to help save more lives.
Partners for Life help provide . . .
- Critical advertising to Reach Her First — online options for women searching for help regarding their pregnancies.
- Free medical grade pregnancy tests.
- Ultrasound — where they see their baby for the first time and hear the heartbeat.
- Formula, diapers, and other baby needs for two years after the baby is born.
- An introduction to Jesus and His gift of eternal life.
Whether you make a one-time gift or choose to give monthly, you’ll deliver free pregnancy tests, ultrasound scans, and other compassionate care that helps pregnant women like Jamie choose life for their unborn babies.
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