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Becoming Pro-Life

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Are You Pro-Life or Anti-Abortion?

Are you pro-life or just anti-abortion? Our movement is about empowering women. It’s about reminding women of their beauty and value.

Dr. Anthony and Mrs. Cecelia Levatino being interviewed in the Focus on the Family radio broadcast studio

A Former Abortionist’s Journey to Becoming Pro-Life (Part 2 of 2)

Former abortion provider Dr. Anthony Levatino explains how the tragic death of his young daughter and the grace of God led him to become the staunch pro-life advocate he is today. His wife, Cecelia, describes the profound impact her husband’s journey has had on their marriage. (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Anthony and Mrs. Cecelia Levatino being interviewed in the Focus on the Family radio broadcast studio

A Former Abortionist’s Journey to Becoming Pro-Life (Part 1 of 2)

Former abortion provider Dr. Anthony Levatino explains how the tragic death of his young daughter and the grace of God led him to become the staunch pro-life advocate he is today. His wife, Cecelia, describes the profound impact her husband’s journey has had on their marriage. (Part 1 of 2)

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Is the Bible Really Pro-Life?

According to the Bible, life is more than just potential, and it is valuable from the moment of conception.

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The Dangers of Being Idle in the Pro-Life Movement

“Actions speak louder than words.” There are dangers in being idle when being a part of the Pro-Life Movement.

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Adoption Triad: What is it and why should we care?

It goes beyond the adoptive family unit. Adoptees and birth parents also live this lifelong journey of adoption.

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My Adoption Story is My Testimony

It’s a common misconception that those who choose adoption don’t “want” their babies. For most birth mothers, this is far from true.

Why I Left the Abortion Industry (Part 2 of 2)

Why I Left the Abortion Industry (Part 2 of 2)

Abby Johnson, Annette Lancaster, and Sue Thayer offer a behind-the-scenes look at the abortion industry as they describe their past work for Planned Parenthood wherein they initially believed they were helping women in need, but later experienced a radical transformation of their perspective which led them to become the passionate pro-life advocates they are today. …

Why I Left the Abortion Industry (Part 1 of 2)

Why I Left the Abortion Industry (Part 1 of 2)

Abby Johnson, Annette Lancaster, and Sue Thayer offer a behind-the-scenes look at the abortion industry as they describe their past work for Planned Parenthood wherein they initially believed they were helping women in need, but later experienced a radical transformation of their perspective which led them to become the passionate pro-life advocates they are today. …

Stephen Arterburn with his daughter, Madeline

Stephen Arterburn: Every Abortion Involves at Least One Man

Stephen Arterburn went to college to get a Christian education, but what happened is that he got a girl pregnant – and pressured her to have an abortion.

The "Alive From New York" mobile ultrasound unit parked in Times Square

Looking to ALIVE 2020: I’ll Never Forget What Happened in Times Square

As we look forward to even more “Alive” pro-life events in 2020, I can’t help but recall the powerful moments that took place in 2019.

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Kathi Aultman: Why I Am No Longer an Abortionist

I came to recognize that the innocent victim in an abortion was the baby. Being unwanted was no longer enough justification for me to take the life of a child.

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A Message to Women From a Former Abortionist

It is a lie that abortion is the easy and logical solution to an unwanted pregnancy. A woman cannot abort her child and remain unscathed.

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‘Life Empowers’: Marching for Women and the Preborn in 2020

Hundreds of thousands will gather on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 24 for the 2020 March for Life. This year’s theme is “Life Empowers: Pro-Life is Pro-Woman.”

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Being the Church: Four Keys to Supporting Adoptive and Foster Families

Friends, family and fellow church community members have an awesome opportunity to play a role in an issue we know is dear to the heart of God – the plight of children without families – but we often fail to understand the trials of the adoptive and foster journey.

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United by Love: How Diversity Reflects the Kingdom of God

Throughout Scripture, we see God working to redeem a people for himself, a people from every tribe and tongue and nation – colorful and diverse.

Choosing Life: Changed by a Heartbeat

Her mind was made up — until she saw the ultrasound image.

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Marching for Life 2018: Love Saves Lives

The annual March for Life is an event that brings together the entire pro-life community – all working to see a time when abortion is unthinkable.

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Talking to Your Kids About Mental Illness

There are several reasons why your children will benefit from a discussion about the sensitive issue of mental illness.

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Talking to Your Kids About Mental Illness: Developing Empathy

Every parent wants to help their children develop empathy for those around them. This is especially vital when it comes to the issue of mental illness.