THE HEARTBEATA
Woman’s Choices Pregnancy Care CenterP.O.
Box 1374 * 116 Premiere Plaza * Whiteville, NC 28472 * 910-642-2677 July/August
2010
Dear Partner in Ministry,May and June were the busiest months in the history of the
Pregnancy Care Center. We had a total of 150 client visits, with 86 people coming for the first time.
Because we keep detailed records on each visit, I could tell you how many of these clients are married, how old they
are, their ethnicity, etc. But time and space prevent me from telling you the circumstances which brought
each one to the Center – the pregnant women who have been abandoned by their boyfriends; the lives impacted by drug
and alcohol abuse; the grandmothers who have opened their hearts and homes to little ones with nowhere else to go; and on
and on. Each client has her own special story, but they all have something in common: every single one is a precious
soul for whom our Savior died. Because we truly believe that, we strive to demonstrate the love of Christ
to each one. With permission, we ask every new client about his or her relationship with God, present the
gospel, and offer a Bible and devotional literature. We get all sorts of responses, including a woman who
said, “Do I have to talk about all of this stuff just to get some Pampers?” (She got the diapers and accepted
a copy of Our Daily Bread.) We find that most people believe that we are saved by the good works that we do.
It is rare and refreshing to find someone who understands what the Bible teaches about salvation. Of
course, our biggest thrill is to lead someone to a saving relationship with Christ. Seven people made first-time
commitments during May and June, including a brother and sister who came in separately on the same day. Eight
others rededicated their lives to the Lord. Hallelujah!Many times we are very limited in the practical help that we can provide.
We freely give out clothing and diapers, but we can’t supply a job, housing, or a devoted partner.
However, we can and do point each client to the One who can meet her deepest needs. By doing so,
we are serving our Lord Who said, “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.”
(Matthew 25:40)Would
YOU like to be a part of this exciting ministry? If you are a born-again Christian woman who is
able to volunteer 4 hours/week, God may be calling you. We need volunteers to be trained as:
· Receptionists - to answer the phone, greet clients, and do some basic record-keeping.
· Client advocates - to teach Earn While You Learn lessons to individual pregnant
women. Each lesson has a video or DVD, viewer guide, and homework assignment. No teaching
experience is necessary and on-the-job training will be provided.Volunteer training for both receptionists and client advocates will be held on Saturday,
September 11th, from 9 AM – 4 PM. A free lunch will be provided. Please
contact me at 642-2677 and I will send you a volunteer application. I look forward to hearing from you.
In His service,
Janet E. McPherson
Executive Director
May – June Ministry
We saw 86 new
clients and had 64 return visits, including 44 Earn While You Learn lessons. Four clients graduated from
the EWYL program. Seven clients made first-time commitments to Christ and eight rededicated their lives.
We performed 7 pregnancy tests and gave out lots of Bibles, booklets, clothing and diapers.
Thank you!
The
ladies of Cherry Grove Baptist Church held a wonderful baby shower for the Center. We also received several
bags of baby supplies from Westminster Presbyterian Church. Special monetary donations came from Pleasant
Plains Baptist Church Women On Mission, First Presbyterian Church VBS, and Pleasant Plains Baptist Church VBS.
God bless each one for your generosity.
Our Volunteers We are blessed
to have a wonderful group of volunteers. Our receptionists are Jewell Crumpler, Jolene Fowler Lewis, and
Thea Saunders. Our client advocates are Barbara Fipps, Eva Lennon, Dawn Parris, and Carolyn Thurman.
Call me at 642-2677 to find out how you can join this elite group!
Food
Lion Community Rewards
We
recently received our first period check for over $200, but we can get much more money if more people will sign up.
Go to www.foodlion.com, click on MVP Rewards, and then
click on Register Your MVP Card. When prompted, enter our organization code: 252030. If you don’t
have internet access, call the helpline (642-2677) and we will do it for you. Remember, the 10th
of each month is double credit day! Our Needs
Your PRAYERS
Summer maternity clothes
Gently used
summer clothing, sizes NB – 3TWe especially need sizes 2T + 3T
Hooded towels + Receiving blankets
Baby bath,
Baby lotion,
Pacifiers + BibsBottles,
Diapers
+ Wipes
Baby equipment
We do not give out baby powder, walkers, bumper pads or bath seats. We
no longer give out used car seats or cribs due to liability issues. Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from
the Charitable Solicitation Licensing Section at 1-888-830-4989. The license is not an endorsement by the
State.
