UNEXPECTED PREGNANCY?
Message from Orthodox Christians for Life (OCLIFE.org):
Unexpected or Crisis Pregnancy?
For no-cost, 24/7 support, call 1-800-712-4357
Are you an Orthodox Christian facing pregnancy in difficult circumstances?
Maybe you're pregnant outside of marriage.
Maybe you are married, but pregnant from someone who's not your spouse.
Maybe you're in an abusive relationship, or facing issues that make you feel unprepared for a baby.
Maybe you even became pregnant from rape.
You might be terrified, panicked, hurting, or numb. The idea of facing your family, friends, or priest might seem like too much to bear. Abortion might be a strong temptation right now - it might seem like an easy fix.
But abortion presents a false solution. It appears to solve one problem, but creates a hundred worse problems in its place.
Your fears and concerns are temporary; the suffering after abortion is permanent.
Whatever your situation, it can be redeemed. Good can come from this. You may feel alone right now - but you are not alone.
God is with you! The Church is with you. We are with you.
Turn to God and He will walk with you through this time. Bring your burdens to Him in Holy Confession. Your priest will be able to offer guidance and help you find support, whether within your parish or the local community.
Over 3,000 Pregnancy Resource Centers and other organizations around the country exist to help women in difficult pregnancy circumstances. There is an abundance of support waiting for you - pregnancy counseling, prenatal care, parenting classes, adoption assistance, baby items, and other material needs, as well as people who will walk this journey with you.
St. Symeon the Theologian said: "One human being is more precious to God than the entire cosmos." As co-creator with God of the new baby growing inside you, you've been entrusted with its care.
You are strong - you are capable. You can do this!
Find pregnancy support near you:
Text "HELPLINE" to 313131 | 1.800.712.HELP
24/7 hotline and live chat service to connect you with pregnancy centers in your area.
LOVELINE.COM | 888.550.1588
24/7 hotline, text, and email service to connect you with resources and material needs in your area.
ZOEFORLIFE.ORG | 216.471.8065
An Orthodox Christian pregnancy support ministry based in Ohio, which may be able to connect you with assistance in your area.