Letter from the Director
Abortions are happening in every county we serve. In 2019, fifty-six abortions occurred in Huntingdon, Mifflin, and Juniata Counties.1 That doesn’t even include all of the chemical abortions caused by the abortion pill, since these statistics are rarely recorded. Yet we know that 80% of women considering abortion choose life when they see the life they are carrying on an ultrasound screen2 especially when coupled with caring, loving support from our staff.
When we can answer her questions, “Am I pregnant?’ and “What are my options?”, women who are in an unplanned pregnancy can find hope.
In our ministry, we often feel like a “David” to the “Goliaths” of the pro-abortion industry and without the support of our donors, we can not compete. With your prayers and support, you help us get the “stone for our sling” to win the battle for life.
On August 16th, we announced to our Mifflin and Juniata County supporters that an anonymous $10,000 matching gift was given to help purchase an ultrasound machine for our new Mifflintown location. We were asking for matching donations so that we could reach our goal of $25,000—the cost of a new machine. This matching Ultrasound Campaign was set to last until September 30th. We didn’t know if we’d raise the entire $10,000 by then or not. But you—our faithful support team—jumped on this to such an extent that we immediately received $15,000 to match this gift! Within just days of beginning this endeavor, we met the goal and more!!
As God blesses the ministry, we are ready to pass those blessings on to our clients. That’s why we want to let you know of other opportunities where we could use your gifts. The first 20 ultrasounds at this location will cost $2,000. We have already invested $10,000 to renovate and set up the new Mifflintown office to be able to provide medical services there. Beyond this, we have an ultrasound machine in our Lewistown office that was first purchased in 2013. These machines are like laptop computers, they become outdated when better technology—giving clearer images of the baby in the womb—are developed. This machine has already been serviced 2 times. Who knows...could we replace that machine, too?
Finally, since we refuse to limit what God can do, if all these things were covered, the rest of the funds received during this campaign would go toward the mortgage at our Mount Union location. There we have $73,000 remaining. We’d love to be a debt-free ministry even sooner than expected!
Thank you for your support of the sanctity of life and the gospel of Christ. And thank you for your heart to partner with us in bringing help, hope, and healing in Jesus’ name to so many in our community!!
As you continue to give, we’ll keep you updated with all that God is doing. The battle belongs to the Lord. And He is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us…
To Him be the glory!
Cindy Mansberger
Executive Director