I want to share a recent experience with you. One of the moms who’s called The Elizabeth House (T.E.H.) her home for the past 8 months was ready to move into her next home. It was bittersweet to say goodbye to her. She was heading out of state, where we wouldn’t be able to see … Continued
Reflections “We were given no signs from God; no prophets are left, and none of us know how long this will be… But God is my King from long ago; He brings salvation on the earth.” Psalm 74 v 9, 12. The Light that Shines in the Darkness. I can’t think of a more fitting … Continued
Lydia* has a new peace and confidence she didn’t have before. She had just returned to the US after living abroad for many years to visit her sister to escape boyfriend troubles and wasn’t there long before learning she was pregnant. Lydia felt truly alone, depressed and overwhelmed. Her sister was only expecting to host … Continued
Yes, you! Why people think they have to have a certain degree or be famous to really make a difference in this world, I don’t know — except that seems to be the message our culture bombards us with on a daily basis. The truth is, YOU can make a huge difference in peoples’ lives … Continued
Supporting the father of the baby can be key to saving lives At Care Net, we work hard to show women facing an unplanned pregnancy they have alternatives to abortion. But sometimes all the love, compassion and support we offer isn’t enough to offset the influence of the father of the baby – F.O.B. The … Continued
…Even when others intend to harm. Shauna* is alive today because of a courageous decision her own mother made over twenty years ago. A victim of rape, Shauna’s mom could have chosen abortion. Instead, her mother chose to carry the pregnancy to term and surrender the baby to the hospital for care and keeping. At … Continued
from the desk of Sara Patterson, CEO My husband recently said to me, “I want to help people; I just don’t want to get involved in their mess.” I chuckled because I understood the feeling. Truth is, I have thought the same thing. And yet, that’s what God calls us to do. To follow Christ … Continued
Lydia* came to our clinic for a pregnancy test and ultrasound. She’d lived abroad for a number of years and had just returned to the States because of boyfriend troubles. Lydia was currently living with her sister. Shortly after Lydia settled into her new home, she confided in her sister that she feared she was … Continued
As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s a good time to take a minute to honor and celebrate the amazing women who are making daily sacrifices for their little ones. Women like Madeline. Madeline came to see us at First Care Clinic nearly five years ago. Madeline was pregnant and confused about what she should do. Her … Continued
For the past several months, our Board and staff have been praying for God’s direction as we battle an increasingly difficult climate. Our society continues to promote abortion as a solution, instead of a tragic act that ends the life of a child and robs women and men of the blessings God has in store … Continued