So what does a Pro-Life conference entail? Lots of laughs, some tears, and some wonderful information. We heard from former abortion clinic workers (and let me just say that that was very eye-opening!), women who have had abortion, sidewalk advocates, and other groups dedicated to providing help to women who have had abortions and information (about other options) to women who might be considering abortion. We even got to meet Abby Johnson, a former director of a Planned Parenthood facility and now major advocate for the pro-life movement.
I think one of my favorite parts of this conference was the focus on not just advocating for pro-life options for the unborn, but for all people. As a pro-life movement, we need to help others realize that we care not only for the unborn baby, but for the baby's mother, and then that child once he or she is born. We need more options for healthcare for pregnant women, especially women who are struggling financially. We need solutions to the foster care and adoption issues. And we need to put our money where our mouth is and actually accomplish these goals.
Pro-Life is Pro-Love, and it's our job to make sure that women know they are loved- by us, by Jesus- and that there are other options (and then to provide them with those options) than abortion.
