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Message From the Executive Director
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Whenawomanwalksthroughourdoors,shemay beoverwhelmedby fear,confusion,orpain.Whethershe’sfacing an unplannedpregnancy orcarrying thehiddenwoundsof apastabortion,wemeetherwithcompassion,truth,and practical support.From pregnancy testsandultrasoundstoparenting classesandemotional care,weletherknowsheis notalone andneverbeyondhope.
Itiswonderful whenwegettocelebratethewinswithourclients Wearesoproudof oneof ourmomswhowewalked withthroughherpregnancy andbeyond.Herdaughterisnowatoddler,andsheisdoing agreatjob asamom.She recently cameinexcitedtotell usshejustearnedhercertifiednursing assistantaccreditation Sheisgrateful toGodand alsowantedustoknowhowmuchoursupporthas meant toher
Fathersmattertoo Oftenmenareoverlookedintheconversationaboutpregnancy andparenting That’swhy weoffer mentorship andsupportdesignedjustforthem Wehelp dadsfindtheirvoice,embracetheirrole,andbecomethe protectorsandprovidersGodcreatedthem tobe.Strong fathershelp buildstrong families.Werecently hadadadwho didn’twanthisgirlfriendtohaveanabortion,butshewasplanning onit Whenaskedif hehadtalkedwithhisgirlfriend hesaidnotreally,it’sherchoice Weencouragedhim tosharehisfeelingsbecauseitcouldmakeadifference Well,itdid makeadifference!Knowing hewantedthebaby andwouldbetheretosupporthergaveherthecouragetochoselife!
Many whocometouscarry deep emotional andspiritual wounds Weofferasafeplacetotalk,tocry,andtoheal Throughourpost-abortionhealing programs,Biblestudies,andone-on-onesupport,we’veseentheLordbindup broken heartsandsetpeoplefree.AsPsalm 147:3beautifully declares:“Hehealsthebrokenheartedandbindsup theirwounds.”
Thisverseisn’tjustourhope it’sourmission Weseeitbeing playedout,onelifeatatime Weareanextensionof the Body of Christ,serving themissionfieldinourownbackyard.Withyoursupportweareabletoreachthelost,servethe broken,andbring awarenessaboutthesanctity of lifeandhowvaluableeachpersonisintheeyesof ourCreatorand Lord Together,weareoffering real choicesandeternal hope
Thank you forstanding withus forlife,forlove,andfortheheartsHeishealing.
Open House. We had a wonderful time at our Open House on May 22nd. We had a steady stream of visitors who came to see our beautifully renovated center and hear more about what we offer moms and dads facing pregnancy and beyond We were also blessed to see many of you who stopped by to say hi and to see what our Lord is doing here Thanks to everyone who made all of the renovations possible Our center is inviting and comfortable and makes our clients feel at ease and at home Being able to offer ultrasound at this location is a huge blessing too, making this service accessible to so many more moms Your support and prayers are making an impact!
GOD PROVIDES! We are pleased to welcome Barb Little, our new Client Services Director for our Webster Location Barb volunteered as a client advocate for Embracing Options for 2 years, and she and her husband, Mark, have been avid supporters of this ministry for many years. Barb recently retired from 40+ years in commercial banking Her most recent position was manager of commercial and business banking operations. She brings a wide range of skills to our center, and has a heart to share the love of Christ with the women and men that we serve
New Birthing Class
Cassandra will be offering a birthing class this summer at our Rochester Center. We are excited to offer this for our expecting moms to help prepare them for the birth of their baby It’s a great opportunity for ministry, birthing education, and community building as moms can support each other Please pray that this will be a blessing to our moms!
Join us for our 4th annual Golf Fore Life Tournament. This is a great opportunity to have fun with friends and support the often challenging ministry of Caring Choices. Last year this tournament raised $24,000 to support moms, dads, and families in Monroe County. Get your team together and register by August 1st for this amazing Fun-draiser!
$125 00 per Golfer
Bagel Land bagels and Chick-fil-A for breakfast 18 Hole Scramble
Slice of delicious Caraglio's Pizza at the turn
Amazing Dinner: Slow Oven Roasted Prime Rib, Chicken French, Cheese Tortellini with Choice of Sauce Roasted Potatoes with Olive Oil, Chef’s Greens & Beans, Caesar Salad
And of course, a great selection of raffle prizes!
Questions? Call John
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& planning for birth, types of birth, pain management, decision making & how to advocate for yourself, postpartum & newborn care. Earn a free car seat!
SavetheDate! Plansareintheworksfor ourannualHarvestofHope BenefitBanquettobeheld onOctober17thattheEagle ValeGolfClub Keepaneye outformoreinformationto comethissummer!
Ifyouoryourbusiness wouldliketobeasponsor forthisevent,oryouknowa businessthatmightwantto supportus,wewouldbe blessed!EmailBarbSilvafor moreinformation,oruse theQRcodetodonate.
Baby Bottle Fund Drive. Our Baby Bottle Fund Drive is in full swing We are so grateful to all of the churches and individuals who are participating to raise funds for Caring Choices These funds are crucial to help us continue to provide all of our services at no cost to our clients. If your church doesn’t already participate and would like to, please give us a call. We supply the bottles, people take them home and fill them with coins, cash or checks, and return them You donations allow us to provide life affirming care to our clients
bsilva@caringchoicesphc com
