Author: Suzie Thomas

I grew up quite defiant, fiercely independent, and an Atheist by choice throughout my teenage years. I rejected the idea of God completely. Not out of anger, but out of naive and ignorant confidence. I believed in myself. I believed … Continued

“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”  ~ Galatians 6:9 Recently, a 78-year-old man, let’s call him Bill, and his daughter came to our door … Continued

Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ.    Romans 10:17  A patient came into Eva, and I recognized her right away. “Ashley” (no names please) was a former patient who had come to our clinic for two of her … Continued

Here at The Pregnancy & Parenting Center (TPPC) we are learning how to best love and encourage our “dads” in this beautiful, and sometimes daunting, journey of fatherhood. We have had the privilege of walking alongside dads, and dads-to-be, ranging in age … Continued

Much of our efforts at the Pregnancy Support Network centers on babies and mothers but as we aspire to “restore families,” as our mission statement says, the men must also be reached. Mike Nelson is a volunteer that has taken … Continued

Mother’s Day arrives each year wrapped in flowers, cards, and heartfelt words—but at The Pregnancy & Parenting Center (TPPC), it also arrives carrying hundreds of quiet, powerful stories. Stories of courage. Of hope. Of love chosen in difficult moments. For … Continued

Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will hold you with my righteous right hand.   Philippians 4:6-7 It’s not uncommon for former patients of … Continued

Recently, a young woman and her mother came into our Eva Women’s Clinic seeking an ultrasound. Mom was visibly emotional, and her daughter was visibly frustrated. Once the daughter was taken back to the ultrasound room, a staff member approached … Continued

Laurie Huff is a client advocate at the 22nd St. location of The Pregnancy and Parenting Center.  When she came to our organization about five years ago, she was not so much looking to volunteer but was seeking a place where God could use her. Her previous volunteering had … Continued