Twin Rivers Baptist Association
Monday, August 08, 2022
Churches joining hearts, prayers, and hands to see our world brought to Christ's saving power.
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Christian Life ConcernsChristian Life Concerns CommitteeBring awareness and education to your church about all things pro-life. From conception to natural death, Baptists honor the Sanctity of human life.We participate in “40 Days for Life” and Missouri Right to Life. Educational materials available from local Pregnancy Centers “Thrive” and “Birthright” including post-abortive healing Bible study “Forgiven and Set Free”. Educational materials on end of life issues, physician-assisted- suicide/euthanasia.Volunteer to bring a thriving pro-life ministry to your church. We can help!Local Pro-Life Resources and Organizations1. Thrive St. Louis: www.thrivestlouis.org FREE pregnancy testing, FREE ultrasound, FREE STD testing, adoption referral, infant supplies, parenting classes, emergency shelter referral, post-abortion Bible study…”Forgiven and Set Free”. Pregnancy and healthy reproductive education. Some paid staff but most are Christian volunteers.St. Charles Co. (St. Peters) 636-278-121224 hour helpline 877-773-4626, 314-773-46262. Birthright: www.birthright.org FREE pregnancy testing, medical referral, adoption referral, financial assistance, free infant supplies, pregnancy support.Wentzville: 636-327-8170St. Charles: 636-724-12003. Sparrow’s Nest (Teen Maternity Home) www.TheSparrowsNestStl.orgAdmin. Office: 3955 Highway K, O’Fallon, MO 63368,636-336-2634 Provides shelter, food, and clothing for teenagers for the duration of their pregnancy and up to a year after baby is born, case management for educational and emotional and physical needs, counseling, After Care Program, Resources online at www.pregnantteen-mo.org.4. Coalition For Life: www.CoalitionForLifeSTL.com 314-827-4039 This grassroots community outreach coordinates and organizes the “40 Days for Life” peaceful prayer and fasting vigil in front of the Planned Parenthood STL in the spring and fall. They also employ “interns” to stand on the sidewalk outside the gates of PP to hand out information and to encourage clients to get a free pregnancy test at the Thrive mobile unit parked across the street instead of paying $135 to get a preg. Test and ultrasound at PP.5. Missouri Right to Life: mission: “To uphold and promote the sanctity of all innocent human life at every stage through natural death by providing education and by supporting legislation and programs that endorse that ideal; and by organizing citizens for effective results”Core Issues: Abortion, Human cloning and human embryonic stem cell research, infanticide, euthanasia and assisted suicide.Legislation: MRL has drafted and helped to pass legislation that bans partial-birth and webcam abortions, prevents public funding of abortion services, human cloning and embryonic stem cell research; ensures that women are provided information about their baby’s development, the opportunity to view an ultrasound, and a minimum 72-hour reflection period after receiving such information; also: provides tax credits for donations to charities serving pregnant women in crisis and funding for alternatives to abortion services; ensures that every person is given life-preserving healthcare and has the right to the highest attainable standard of healthcare without discrimination.Political Action: Known for two of the state’s most active and successful political action committees, the MRL PAC informs Missourians about their legislators’ voting records and candidates’ positions on pro-life issues.Education: MRL offers life-affirming videos, books, speakers, and resources to Missourians. Exhibits at County Fairs in the summer.Grassroots Success: Through local MRL chapters, members increase community awareness, support the work of Pregnancy care centers and take part in attending Pro-Life Lobby Days at Jefferson City to encourage our governmental representatives to vote for life.Membership: $25.00/year www.missourilife.org 621 E. McCarty, Suite D, P.O. Box 651, Jefferson City, MO 65102 Phone: 1-573-635-5110. Free MRL newsletter subscription and pro-life voter guide.Warren Co. Chapter meets: the first Sat. of the month, 9:30 AM, Warren Co. Scenic Library on south Hwy.47. You are invited and encouraged to attend and be part of something very worthwhile, your life! |
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