In three years, the Lord has built a strong foundation and prepared us for increase.
From conception to birth, newborn to first steps, infancy to running strong, He has continuously shown Himself faithful to this, His ministry.
We are humbled by His trust, as He increases the number of lost and wounded that He brings to our door.
*In 2006, we had a 63% increase in client visits.
*The LEAP (Life Education Assistance Program) attendance continues to grow. We have added daytime classes to help temporarily alleviate overcrowding in the evenings until additional space can be added.
*Our Bible study has been split into two groups. A basic series is held at the Center for beginners. Two local churches are partnering to offer an off-site facility, leaders and child care for more advanced study and discipleship.
*The wonderful items donated by many continuously encourage and bless the members of our classes.
All things came together for ultrasounds to be offered in a much timelier manner for our abortion minded and vulnerable clients.
* In December 2005, our Center was awarded the Focus on the Family Option Ultrasound grant that paid $27,000 towards the $34,000 purchase of a new ultrasound machine. It arrived in late February 2006.
* One of our dedicated counselors renewed her RN license and became our Nurse Manager in March, 2006. She and our lead R.D.M.S. Sonographer work together to make ultrasounds available over 30 hours each week.
* Our Center was blessed to host two of the three-day training classes conducted by nationally renowned Shari Richard, R.T. and R.D.M.S. It was a joy to witness fifteen representatives from local pregnancy centers coming together for training.
* With counseling, ultrasounds and prayers, the Lord has enabled 85% of the 292 at risk clients to choose life.
The Lord provides fun ways to raise funds and recruit volunteers.
* As a young ministry, building a base of regular contributors continues to be one of our greatest challenges. Therefore, we are grateful for each contributor and all who participated in our Baby Bottle Change for Life, Golf Tournament, Annual Banquet, Macy's Charity Day and Baby Item Collections.
* Church, individual and business partnerships continue to strengthen. With anticipated growth, increase in these supporters is vital for sustaining the ministry and serving those in need.
2006 Client Statistics
The numbers below include many desperate individuals who found hope through Christ in this ministry. Each client comes to our doors with their own hardships, heartaches and fears. Lives are saved and changed when they discover someone cares.
New Clients
926 pregnancy tests were given
600 of those tests were positive
292 of those testing positive were at risk of aborting
279 ultrasounds were performed
85% of at risk clients are known to have chosen life
Spiritual Decisions
110 accepted Jesus as Savior and Lord
25 rededicated their life to Christ
L.E.A.P. (Life Education Assistance Program)
470 client attendances
282 support group attendances (father of baby, family members, etc.)
70 client participations in extra credit sessions
150 blessing room redemption visits
Bible Studies
184 client attendances
115 support group attendances
Total Visits
2,079 by clients
397 by support group
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