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Sharing Faith: “A Friend Is a Tangible Reminder of God”

Sara* was matched as Ruth*’s Friend soon after Ruth found out she was pregnant. Sara: A Friend’s Story Both my husband and I became believers after a turbulent time in our marriage. Today we have four adopted children and have … Continue reading

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Need A Friend? cards

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”

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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Video: How to Support a Woman Who Faces an Unplanned Pregnancy as a Birthmothers Friend

Women who face an unplanned pregnancy receive personal support, adoption information, resources, and help from trained Birthmothers Friends. Volunteers and churches can get equipped to serve women who face an unplanned pregnancy. {youtube}HCba4_dtC24{/youtube}  

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Mary Sought Out a Friend During Pregnancy

For You From The Word Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. (Luke 1:56) For You To Think About Mary did not plan to be pregnant. She had never been intimate with a man. When … Continue reading

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Pregnant?

You’re not alone. We’re here for you. No sermons. No judgments. Just one special Friend — a regular person just like you — who will listen and respect your privacy. Your Friend won’t blame you or tell you what to do. … Continue reading

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Volunteers

“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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Church Teams: Work in Your Church and Community to Serve Those in Need

A Birthmothers Church Team is an intentional, organized group of congregation members that minister to women and families who face an unplanned pregnancy. This flow chart explains how we work. Church Teams: what they do Teams meet together regularly to … Continue reading

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For Churches That Want to Help

Birthmothers exists outside of four walls.  It is built among the people of God in congregations that become part of the Birthmothers network. A Birthmothers Partnering Church is a local congregation that serves women, men, and families who face an … Continue reading

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