Category Archives: For Volunteers

Why I Attended Birthmothers Friends Training

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Kathy Widenhouse

By Emily Giacomini I saw an announcement in The Falls Church bulletin that described Birthmothers Friends Certification Training but I didn’t know anything about the ministry. Yet one of my friends had just told me she was pregnant. She was … Continue reading →

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Stories From Friends: Friend Connects Pregnant Woman to Spanish Congregation

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Kathy Widenhouse

By Sally T.*, Birthmothers Friend After I trained as a Birthmothers Friend, I was matched with Adelina.* We met at Starbucks. As we chatted and got to know each other, I learned that Adelina comes from a Catholic background. Her … Continue reading →

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Need A Friend? cards

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Kathy Widenhouse

Need A Friend? cards are business cards given to anyone who faces an unplanned pregnancy. The card offers a simple explanation of how a Friend can help a pregnant woman. The card also provides Birthmothers contact information. Need A Friend … Continue reading →

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“My Friend Gave Me Courage to Carry My Baby to Term”

Posted on May 4, 2010 by Kathy Widenhouse

By Saku N. as told to Birthmothers It was unthinkable for me, a pastor’s daughter who loved the Lord with abandon, to consider abortion. But for the first time in my life, I did. I conceived just a few days … Continue reading →

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Friends Resources

Posted on November 21, 2009 by Twisk

A Friends Pledge–English  What our Friends promise to uphold as they serve women and families in need  A Friends Pledge–Spanish Our Friends’ Pledge for Spanish speakers  Birthmothers’ Intake Form The tool we use to gather information to match a women … Continue reading →

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Other Volunteer Opportunities With Birthmothers

Posted on November 21, 2009 by Twisk

Birthmothers invites you to make a difference for hurting women and families by serving as a volunteer. Training is provided! We have the need for volunteer services in these areas: Administrative Volunteer Phone calls, filing, mailing, data entry. Arrange volunteer … Continue reading →

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Volunteers

Posted on November 21, 2009 by Twisk

“If I’d had someone stand with me — a friend, my family, anyone — I would have carried my baby to term.  But I didn’t.” 83% of women who struggle after an abortion say they would have changed their decision … Continue reading →

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SUBSCRIBE TO FRIENDS4LIFE

Posted on November 20, 2009 by Twisk

Friends4Life are special devotionals for people who care about women, children & families. The devotionals are delivered at no cost to your email inbox each week. These short, powerful pieces equip you to cultivate a kingdom perspective towards the vulnerable women, children … Continue reading →

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