Author Archives: Kathy Widenhouse

A Tale of Two Women

For You From The Word The second man said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Jesus answered him, “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise.” (Luke 23:42-43) For You To Think … Continue reading

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88% Pregnant Women: “I Didn’t Receive Enough Information to Make a Decision”

For You From The Word (Let) the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:17) For You To Think About In a survey of women who chose the pain of abortion, 88% reported they … Continue reading

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How We Work

Birthmothers Services Flow Chart Here’s how Birthmothers works through one phone call to connect a woman in crisis to one-on-one support. Our special partnerships with local churches, support organizations, and trained volunteer Friends help provide support to women, their partners, … Continue reading

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Abortion Survivor: You Can Do More Than Just Survive

For You From The Word I will send some of those who survive to the nations … they will proclaim my glory among the nations. (Isaiah 66:19) For You To Think About Every life is a miracle. Melissa Ohden’s is especially … Continue reading

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Maternity Homes: A Safe Haven for Pregnant Women

For You From The Word I was a stranger and you invited me in. (Matthew 25:35) For You To Think About In 1882, wealthy New Yorker Charles Crittenton lost his 4-year-old daughter Florence to scarlet fever.  The tragedy moved him … Continue reading

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Ministry Partner Makes Lifesaving Referral to Birthmothers

Mary Hager, Rockville (MD) Pregnancy Center Assistant Director, tells the story of a lifesaving referral to Birthmothers Rosa’s pregnancy test was positive. She was abortion-minded, and I knew it was extremely important for her to have an ultrasound right away. … Continue reading

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Birthmothers Partners With PCC and Maternity Home to Save a Life

Birthmothers Friend teams up with partners to find housing for woman threatened with abortion Anita was living with a relative when she discovered she was pregnant and referred to Birthmothers by Assist Pregnancy Center (Annandale, VA). They’d help Anita confirm her pregnancy. … Continue reading

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A Friend’s Story: “People Supported Me and I Want to Give Back”

By Rebecca B.* One day as I waited for my order at a local coffee shop, I saw a Birthmothers business card tacked to the bulletin board. Intrigued, I took it. When I got home, I sent off a quick … Continue reading

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A Friend Walks In When Everyone Walks Out

For You From The Word A friend loves at all times. (Proverbs 17:17) For You To Think About Walter Winchell (1897-1972), an American newspaper columnist and radio commentator, faced a series of personal tragedies: a fall from popularity, rejection by … Continue reading

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Unplanned Pregnancy: God Sees You … When No One Else Does

For You From The Word You are the God who sees me. (Genesis 16:13) For You To Think About Why hadn’t I seen it? Trina agonized. She had been alone in a new city until she met Sam. One thing … Continue reading

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