Posts by 1stChoice
The Pro-Life Movements Modern Day Battle with Big Tech
In a modern-day saga reminiscent of the timeless tale of David and Goliath, Pregnancy Centers nationwide find themselves engaged in a battle against the subtle yet powerful tactics of Big Tech. This digital Goliath, while not a literal giant, poses a formidable challenge by suppressing their online presence, thus impeding their crucial outreach efforts. Big…
Read MoreHow to Talk to Your Teenager About Abortion
Engaging in conversations about abortion with the teens in our lives is an essential and ongoing endeavor. Like many complex issues, it is not a one-and-done occurrence but a continuous processing of questions, conversations, and critical thinking. We must approach the topic with respect, open-mindedness, and a genuine desire to foster understanding and trust. These…
Read MoreHow to Have Age-Appropriate Conversations About Abortion With Your Young Children
Raising children who believe in the intrinsic value of human life from conception is an ongoing journey, not a one-time conversation. However, honest conversations is where it all begins. We understand that starting conversations about the value of human life can be challenging, especially when discussing abortion with children. That’s why we turned to the…
Read MoreWhen New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Reproductive Health Act into law a few weeks ago, he ignited a firestorm. Suddenly, abortion dominated the headlines. Even people who would call themselves “pro-choice” took issue with New York’s law, because the thought of legalizing abortion throughout the entire 9 months of pregnancy goes beyond what…
Read MoreA Setback?
Recently the Supreme Court handed the pro-life movement a setback. In Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellerstedt, the Court struck down Texas’ law which required abortion clinics to adhere to basic medical standards – the same standards as other ambulatory care centers. Was this decision a disappointment? Yes. Is it the end of the world? No. Let’s keep…
Read MoreAn Unplanned Pregnancy
“In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. The angel went to her and said, ’Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is…
Read MoreThank You!
One of our clients posted the following on our Facebook page today. What a blessing it is! “My mom reminded me that 4 years ago today we walked into First Choice together feeling very scared and totally unsure on what to do about my “unplanned” pregnancy. I am so thankful for First Choice!!!!!!!!!!! This…
Read MoreWhat’s Next?
“So, Aimee, what’s next?” It’s a question I’m asked frequently because of the rapid growth the Lord has given us recently. With two centers opening in the past two years and a doubling of the number of women coming to us and babies saved, we’ve experienced a growth that can’t be humanly explained. God has…
Read MoreChildren Are Asked About Abortion
Caring for Fathers
Our ministry is mainly to women, but we’re also available to meet with the husbands/boyfriends of our clients. We welcome this opportunity because they play such a key role in our client’s decision to carry their babies. Now, we have the opportunity to be involved in equipping these dads after their babies are born. The…
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