Stories of Hope and Healing
You’re not the first to walk this road.
Many others have faced unexpected pregnancies, deep fears, heartbreaking choices — and found hope on the other side.
Some women chose life for their babies and found unexpected joy.
Others, who experienced abortion, found forgiveness, healing, and a new beginning through Christ.
Their stories are not perfect. But they are real.
Stories of regret turned to redemption.
Stories of sorrow turned to strength.
God still writes beautiful endings out of broken beginnings.
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
— Psalm 147:3You may feel unseen.
“Cindy”
Cindy” age 27, is from El Salvador and has two boys (ages 5 and 10) They are joined by bay Fernanda born December 12th. Ruth, pictured on the left, spoke with Cindy and last May. Cindy grew up in an evangelical Christian home but strayed away. Ruth reminded her of God’s mercy, love and the need for repentance. She was aware of her disobedience and looked moved. Cindy rededicated her life to the Lord.
“Lisa”
Lisa is 31 and comes from Uruguay. She was married with has two daughters. She is separated (having been unfaithful to him). She believes this child is from a brief relationship with her former husband. She believes this child is his. He denies it. She told him she will not abort. In late November she trusted Christ as Savior. She is grateful for God’s mercy in this.
“Alexa”
Alexa is 43 from Columbia. She has four children. She has finished middle school. She has only been dating Jason for six months. He lives in another state. She is afraid of having this baby, although the other children are excited. Elizabeth shared Christ with her and writes “she is ready and happy to accept Jesus as her Lord and Savior. and she made a profession of faith on the day she came to Gateway
“Catrina”
Catrina is 25 and from Peru tested positive in early March. Tanya shared Christ with her and she trusted in Him for salvation. Tanya invited her to church. Her boyfriend, Rickie*age 30, grew up in a Christian home. Marlon encouraged him to come back to the Lord and to consider marriage. When we followed up, she told us she had experienced a miscarriage (no heartbeat during the sonogram). We sent her the little book, I’ll Hold You in Heaven. We will continue to follow-up with her.