There are some ministries that are near and dear to my heart. One of those is Prestonwood Pregnancy Center. Today, I was blessed to attend the “Friends for Life Luncheon” which drew hundreds who wanted to learn more about this “Jesus Ministry.”
When I came to Dallas in 1989, I brought in my heart from my former church in Florida a ministry that serves as a reminder of the preciousness of life itself—from the very beginning. And in February, we celebrated the 18th anniversary of this Prestonwood Baptist Church ministry. Through Prestonwood Pregnancy Center, we celebrate life by praying, giving and standing for the unborn.
Our staff and more than 75 weekly volunteers offer grace, love and hope. Often, the clients we serve are dealing with crises and consequences of sin. I’ve always said that it’s better to light a candle than curse the darkness. This ministry isn’t about bringing condemnation; it’s about hope and overcoming evil with good as Scripture says in Romans 12:21.
Last year, our center served the community through some 2,900 client visits, performing nearly 1,500 pregnancy tests and 630 sonograms. And we witnessed 135 professions of faith! We have also begun using another resource, the Mobile Sonogram Unit, which allows us to go out into the community to reach those in need. Please pray for this ministry and those similar to it in your own area ... and help support them as they continue giving the gift of life.
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This ministry continues today at your former congregation in West Palm Beach, Florida. Hundreds of babies have been saved here and in Dallas as a result of your vision to help the helpless. May God bless you and your vision to make the mother's womb a safe place for a child once more.
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