We are thrilled to share that over $148,540 was raised at the Walk for Life . Because so many in our community decided to Join the Movement through generous giving, t he funds raised will provide 123 women with The Pregnancy Network’s free services ! Over 500 participants took part in the event, both in person at Lawndale Baptist Church and virtually. This included an incredible team of 65 volunteers who helped to make this event a success. We recorded this podcast LIVE at the GSO Walk For Life ...
May 03, 2021•15 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Our organization is volunteer-led, staff-supported. While staff facilitate the organization, volunteers ultimately carry out the mission. Allison Herrington, our Volunteer Coordinator, joins us on the podcast this week to talk about all of the different volunteer opportunities here at The Pregnancy Network and shares important next steps for those who are ready to step off the sidelines and start volunteering with TPN! www.thepregnancynetwork.org/partner Contact Allison at aherrington@thepreganc...
Mar 29, 2021•21 min•Season 3Ep. 7
On this week’s episode, we sat down with Hope Earwood, our Development Director, and talked about our GSO Walk For Life coming up in just a few weeks. We invite you to #JoinTheMovement by participating in this year’s GSO Walk For Life! For more information, visit thepregnancynetwork.org/gsowalk . You can contact our Development Director, Hope Earwood, at hearwood@thepregnancynetwork.org . 8 Creative Ways To Raise Money For The GSO Walk For Life :40 - What is Hope Earwood's role at TPN? 2:00 - Wh...
Mar 15, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 6
On this week’s episode, we sat down with Meredith Weber, our Development Coordinator, and talked about our Pregnancy 101 and Parenting 101 classes. Our classes empower women to face an unplanned pregnancy feeling fully equipped to take on pregnancy and parenting. For more information on our classes, visit thepregnancynetwork.org/classes . If you want to volunteer: visit website at thepregnancynetwork.org/volunteer Also contact our Volunteeer Coordinator, Allison Herrington, at aherrington@thepre...
Mar 01, 2021•34 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Summary: Meet Royal, a young woman who found herself pregnant during the height of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. Convinced abortion was her only option, she found herself walking through the front door at The Pregnancy Network. Her journey from fearful to fearless is a story you won’t want to miss. Time Stamps: 0:54 - TPN’s Virtual Gala for Life, Success Sequence 4:45 - Royal’s Story Links Mentioned: Royal’s Story - YouTube Video - https://youtu.be/lKu42tADgCQ The Pregnancy Network Facebook ...
Feb 15, 2021•16 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Meet Paula Peyton. Paula serves as the Executive Director for Hope after Rape Conception, a non-profit dedicated to assisting mothers who have suffered from rape. Paula’s story is extremely unique; her son was conceived as a result of gang rape, and she herself was also conceived as a result of rape. Her story has been featured by Live Action, Life Site News, and many more pro-life news sources. Most women who receive abortions after rape report being forced or coerced into the decision against ...
Jan 19, 2021•31 min•Season 3Ep. 3
2020 hasn't been what any of us thought it would be. Is there hope this Christmas? Today, Mary Holloman shares some reflections on the painful year her family had in 2019, and how it has impacted the way she views 2020. Rest assured, weary friend - there is hope. You can read the full article here.
Dec 23, 2020•8 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Welcome back! The Empowered Advocate took a break after season 2, and a lot has happened since March 2020. In this short episode, we talk about the impact of COVID-19 on The Pregnancy Network and women who are seeking help in unplanned pregnancies, our amazing Gala for Life results, the upcoming expansion to Winston-Salem, and more. Links Mentioned: Caring for Women Throughout COVID-19 Expansion to Winston-Salem - Grand Opening in January TPN Facebook TPN Instagram...
Dec 23, 2020•11 min•Season 3Ep. 1
"I felt so trapped. I just had no idea how I was going to carry on in my life." Alexa Hyman is a twenty-six-year-old full-time working mother living in Chicago with her two-year-old daughter, Renley Jane. She is a writer, contributor, and mentor. After experiencing her unplanned pregnancy, she became passionate about sharing her own personal experiences in order to make other women feel less alone. When she is not working in financial services or chasing down her toddler, she mentors women who a...
May 25, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Herbie is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. Under Herbie’s leadership, Lifeline has increased international outreach to 25 countries through adoption and strategic orphan care, obtained licensure in 12 states, and established the foster care arm of ministry at Lifeline. Herbie has been invited to speak at many events concerning adoption and the church’s response to orphan care, including the National Council for Adoption, Christian Alli...
May 04, 2020•42 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Lauren Muzyka is the founder and executive director of Sidewalk Advocates for Life. Lauren is a licensed attorney whose passion for defending the sanctity of human life led her into the pro-life movement. After several years serving as the Campaign Strategist for the National 40 Days for Life Team, Lauren founded Sidewalk Advocates for Life in 2014. Sidewalk Advocates for Life trains, equips, and supports sidewalk advocacy groups around the globe to peacefully and effectively offer loving, life-...
Apr 20, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Dan Darling is the author of The Dignity Revolution: Reclaiming God’s Rich Vision for Humanity. He discusses his book and what it means to treat members of humanity as who they are: image bearers of our Creator. He is the Vice President of Communications for the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission. He has written several other books, and his work has also appeared in Home Life, In Touch Magazine, Christianity Today, and the Gospel Coalition. He has also made appearances on CNN, Fox, and MS...
Apr 04, 2020•30 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Melissa Ohden joins us on The Empowered Advocate podcast to share her story. Melissa is the survivor of an attempted saline abortion. Her story of rescue, redemption, and forgiveness is captivating, and she sheds light on the truth that there are hundreds of abortion survivors across the country whose stories have been hidden. Melissa is a Master’s level prepared Social Worker and the Founder of The Abortion Survivors Network. As an abortion survivor, herself, with a background in crisis counsel...
Mar 18, 2020•41 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In the last several weeks, The Pregnancy Network has been mentioned in several Yes!Weekly articles, specifically regarding our presence outside the abortion facility in Greensboro. There has been much misinformation, including the accusation that our volunteers have been physically aggressive and illegally blocking traffic. We want to take these allegations seriously, and in this episode, we address each article and share the truth about what happens on the sidewalk at A Woman's Choice in Greens...
Feb 28, 2020•31 min•Season 2Ep. 10
This is the next episode in a mini-series where we answer your questions about life behind-the-scenes at a pregnancy resource center. Senior Director of Health & Client Services joins us to answer questions.
Feb 18, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 9
This is the eighth episode in a mini-series where we answer your questions about life behind-the-scenes at a pregnancy resource center. Senior Director of Health & Client Services joins us to answer questions.
Feb 18, 2020•11 min•Season 2Ep. 8
This is the seventh episode in a mini-series where we answer your questions about life behind-the-scenes at a pregnancy resource center. Senior Director of Health & Client Services joins us to answer questions.
Feb 18, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 7
This is the fourth episode in a mini-series where we answer your questions about life behind-the-scenes at a pregnancy resource center. Senior Director of Health & Client Services joins us to answer questions.
Feb 18, 2020•3 min•Season 2Ep. 6
This is the third episode in a mini-series where we answer your questions about life behind-the-scenes at a pregnancy resource center. Senior Director of Health & Client Services joins us to answer questions.
Feb 03, 2020•7 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This is the second episode in a mini-series where we answer your questions about life behind-the-scenes at a pregnancy resource center. Senior Director of Health & Client Services joins us to answer questions.
Feb 03, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 4
This is the first episode in a mini-series where we answer your questions about life behind-the-scenes at a pregnancy resource center. Senior Director of Health & Client Services joins us to answer questions.
Feb 03, 2020•4 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Laura Lynn Hughes is the author of Choose Zoe: A Story of Unplanned Parenthood and the Case for Life . Pregnant at fifteen, and choosing to keep her child, Laura knew that her life would never be the same. Through her compelling story and the stories of others, she shares the beauty and redemption that can be experienced in the midst of what many might call hopeless situations. 2:15 - Laura Hughes shares the story behind the name of the book: Choose Zoe . 4:15 - What does it mean to have a Zoe l...
Jan 20, 2020•45 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Bethany is the author of the new children’s book, Pro-Life Kids! She shares how the book began as a simple poem with her kids, and grew into a movement that is impacting children and families all over the country. Bethany talks about the difficult topic of abortion and how to share truth on this issue with children in age appropriate ways. Links Mentioned: The Radiance Foundation: theradiancefoundation.org Pro-Life Kids!: prolifekids.com Pro-Life Kids! on Amazon Instagram: @radiancefoundation Fa...
Jan 06, 2020•41 min•Season 2Ep. 1
You asked, we listened! This has been one of our episodes with the most downloads; however, our original episode had some sound issues which made it a little difficult to listen to. At your request, we have re-released this episode with all sound issues corrected. This episode will give you simple, practical tools to use when engaging with others on the abortion issue. Learn how to defend the pro-life position in 30 seconds without using religion. We'll also give you great questions to ask and l...
Nov 25, 2019•50 min
Caralynn experienced an unplanned pregnancy as a high school senior. When her parents found out, they told her she was no longer welcome to live at home. She sought out an aboriton, and moved in with her boyfriend. As Caralynn buried feelings about her abortion, she responded by becoming extremely pro-choice. What followed were many subsequent abortions and a long struggle toward healing. The turning point came for Caralynn in an unexpected way. Years later, Caralynn’s own daughter came to her w...
Nov 11, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Josh and Kristi Tisdale have walked through seven pregnancy losses. They tackle the tough topics of faith, processing grief in healthy ways, and how men and women react to the pain of pregnancy loss in different ways. Time Stamps: 1:30 - Josh and Kristi introduce themselves and describe how their journey has led them through multiple pregnancy losses. 4:25 - 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss. I misspoke and said 1 in 4 women experience loss. What led them to share their story? 8:30 - Pregnancy loss...
Oct 29, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Sarah Philpott, author of Loved Baby: 31 Devotions Helping You Grieve and Cherish Your Child After Pregnancy Loss , joins us to discuss the difficult topic of miscarriage and stillbirth. She shares the heart behind why she wrote this book, her own journey through grieving her pregnancy losses, the struggles that many women experience in the weeks and months after, and how to support those women in practical ways. October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. Check out the links below f...
Oct 14, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Alison Centofante is the Director of External Affairs at Live Action. Live Action is a pro-life media movement that exists to bring an end to abortion. Alison shares her personal story of how she became pro-life, what led her to Live Action, and the impact Live Action’s work is having on our culture. She discusses the unity that exists between organizations like Live Action and the pregnancy centers that meet the practical needs of women who feel like abortion is their only option. Timestamps: 0...
Oct 07, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Many view abortion as a political issue - if that’s true, then should the church have anything to say about it? How can the church speak honestly about abortion without alienating those who have experienced it? Is abortion a topic that’s optional to speak about within the church? Carter Mundy joins us to discuss this and other tough questions. Links Mentioned: Kari’s Story Walk for Life Promo - Carter wiping out on roller blades Love Life Op-Ed Piece: Women Deserve Better Than Abortion Time Stam...
Sep 16, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Carrie Thompson is the founder and executive director of the Family Room, a non-profit organization whose mission is to express the love of Christ to the community by meeting the practical needs of children and teens in foster care. Carrie and her husband also have personal experience as foster parents, and in this episode she shares about their journey from fostering to adoption. She gives practical insight into the largely misunderstood world of foster care, and provides practical tips and enc...
Sep 02, 2019•49 min•Season 1Ep. 16
