A Story of Hope Mari was pregnant, completely alone, and enduring one of the absolute darkest seasons of her life. Growing up in Africa, she had survived severe physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, carrying a mountain of trauma that no child should ever have to bear. She had not seen her mother since she was … Continued
Care Net is proud to announce Susan Bane, MD, PhD, aka Dr. Pink Glasses, will serve as the featured speaker for our 2026 Care Net Banquet on October 1. As she shares the changes she’s seen in the medical field over the past few years, guests will gain insight into the way language is being … Continued
A Lifelong Heart for Moms and Kids: How Jim Vogel’s Journey Led to Marshall Maternity Home Every great building project begins with a foundation, but for Jim Vogel, the foundation for his latest endeavor was poured decades ago. Jim, a Wisconsin and Florida real estate business owner and a dedicated Christian, has spent his life … Continued
After 23 years of faithful service and dedication to Care Net, Tanis Jean Louis, RN, has shared some bittersweet news. She has decided to retire from her role as Clinic Director. For more than two decades, God has used Tanis to lead with compassion, wisdom, and grace. Her caring heart, steadfast faith, and commitment to … Continued
From Recovery to Renovation: How One Painter’s Faith Transformed the New Maternity Home The maternity home in Marshall is ready for moms and babies, all thanks in part to the dedication of painter Michael Mehrhoff. Michael worked so meticulously that when residents move in later this summer, they will step into a beautifully fresh, clean, … Continued
An Interior Designer’s Mission to Bring Peace to New Moms and Babies From the moment a frightened young mother steps inside The Elizabeth House in Marshall, the new maternity home will wrap her in peace. Every single corner of the house reflects a deep desire to make mothers feel truly at home. For years, Laurie … Continued
Before we welcome moms into their new home, we are inviting our supporters to come and experience “The House the Lord Built” — a place created to provide hope, healing, and stability for homeless pregnant women and their babies. After more than four years of prayer, searching, planning, and fundraising, we are finally nearing the … Continued
Legacy for Life: A Mural for Generations A beautiful mural fills a play area in the new The Elizabeth House maternity home in Marshall. Meet the LaCrosse artist behind this special creation. Kyla and her husband, James, are students who attend the University of Wisconsin in La Crosse. During the last weekend of April, Kyla … Continued
An Abortion-Wounded Heart Restored: Turning a Painful Past into a Lifeline for Others Fourteen years old and shattered, Sally carried a secret. Her home offered no sanctuary, only verbal and emotional abuse that forced her to hide her growing pregnancy in silence. Despite the fear and confusion, she clung to one conviction: she did not want an abortion. But that choice … Continued
Honor Mom This Mother’s Day: Join Our Baby Bottle Fundraiser Fill a bottle, change a life! Our Baby Bottle Campaign kicks off this Mother’s Day and runs through Father’s Day. It’s a powerful way for your church family to support local women facing unintended pregnancies—and every cent stays right here in South Central Wisconsin. If your church isn’t participating yet, you can be the spark … Continued