Spring 26 (Wishful Thinking!)
Quiet Conversations . . . Change the World Kirk Walden /the PHC Connection
We live in a world of loud. Loud and sometimes vicious social media posts. Loud proclamations in all types of media. Loudness is now too commonplace in public spaces, on the streets, all over the place. With all the loud, with so much anger and hostility which permeates public conversation, there is a place where quiet conversations and true connection takes place: at Choices.
Ssshhhh. Big change starts in the quiet. Jesus’ miracle of saving Samaria started with a quiet conversation at a lonely well outside the Samaritan village of Sychar. From that moment, seeds of awakening took hold. A mighty move of faith started in that village and, after Jesus’ ascension, a massive wave of faith swept through Samaria. Just months after Jesus left this earth, Samaria went from “Don’t go there” to a thriving outpost of Jesus’ church. And it all started with one quiet conversation. When we step into our offices we are reminded that in the quiet—away from the loudness and the chaos of today— connection takes place and lives are changed. Those who come in our doors are desperate for the quiet. Desperate to truly engage and find a listening ear. We offer this. Every day. We are planting seeds of awakening every day. We will keep it up - it’s worth it!
VOLUNTEERS don’t necessarily have the time; they just have the heart! Spring 2026
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When Erica first learned she was pregnant, fear and anxiety took over. With little support around her, she felt overwhelmed and unsure of what her next step should be. Everything changed during her ultrasound. At that moment, Erica chose LIFE, she knew there was no other option. “When I came to Choices for my ultrasound, I saw that little heartbeat and I knew what to do,” she shared. “That was my baby, and I was going to have him. I would do anything to keep him safe and protect him!” Through this journey, Erica discovered something deeper—God feels the same way about her! She realized she is far more precious to God than she had ever imagined. She's looking forward to meeting her little guy soon!
April had missed several appointments, and I sensed something was wrong—something she hadn’t yet found the courage to share. When we finally connected, she opened up about the heavy news she’d been carrying alone. Her baby hadn’t been growing for several weeks, and the doctors were becoming increasingly concerned. Fear, anxiety, and endless what ifs had been weighing on April’s heart! She had been holding it all in to herself. When she finally shared, you could feel the relief -- she knew she was in a safe place. Unsure of what to do next, April turned to her Heavenly Father! We prayed together, and others joined in, lifting up this precious little one to the One who could help. The following week, after an in-depth ultrasound with a specialist, April returned with joyful news! “Guess what,” she said with a smile. “The baby is gaining weight—just like they wanted. I still have to go in for monitoring several times a week, but I’m so relieved that my baby girl is gaining weight!” Together, we praised God for answering our prayers. While doctors continue to closely monitor her pregnancy, April’s faith has grown stronger, rooted in the assurance that God hears her cries and responds with love.
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