The Kind of Masculinity We Don’t Talk About

The Kind of Masculinity We Don’t Talk About

Last summer, we took a vacation I’ll never forget. Our favorite spot for this annual trip is Lake of the Ozarks (or as we referred to it as kids, “Lakety Ozarks”). The vacation home we stayed at this year was especially unique. Every room of the house was decorated...
Matt’s Story

Matt’s Story

Matt’s Story Matt and Megan were homeless and living in a car when she found out she was pregnant. Matt was very scared, as he didn’t have a job or a place to live. He didn’t know how he was going to support a child and give them a good life. Matt...
Jonah’s Story

Jonah’s Story

Jonah’s Story A young couple came into the pregnancy center, but they were visibly distressed. They were pregnant but felt strongly that the financial timing was “not right.” This, coupled with all of their mounting concerns about the inconveniences...
Encouragers Creating a Chain of Hope

Encouragers Creating a Chain of Hope

Dear Friends, On a rainy afternoon when the town I grew up in seemed quieter than usual, Ms. Alsup noticed Brian sitting alone on the school steps, his shoulders slumped like he was carrying more than his backpack. She didn’t ask many questions at first. Instead, she...