Sanctity of Human Life Sunday
By Christy Ogburn
Avery County
Psalm 82:3-4 “Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked.” This January 19, 2025, churches across our nation will observe Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, a meaningful tradition started 41 years ago by President Ronald Reagan.
This day isn’t just another Sunday – it’s a special time for churches to come together and celebrate God’s amazing gift of life. At our ministry, we see everyday miracles as mothers find hope and families receive the support they need. Psalm 139 perfectly captures what we believe: God creates each life with purpose and meaning, even before the first heartbeat.
Why should churches join in this celebration? Because Sanctity of Human Life Sunday lets us: – Share God’s heart for life with our congregations – Connect people with life-affirming resources – Offer healing and grace to those hurting from past choices – Come together in prayer for families and unborn lives
Want to be part of our life-saving work? Here’s how you can help:
1. Pray: Your prayers matter! Pray for our ministry, the families we serve, and those facing tough choices.
2. Give: Your gifts help us offer free services like pregnancy tests, sonograms, Bible study and support groups, and baby supplies to mothers in need.
3. Volunteer: Share your time at our center. We need caring people to talk with clients, help in our clothing closet, and reach out to our community.
4. Be a Church Ambassador: Connect your church with our ministry to help more families choose life and receive helpful support and resources. Through your support in 2024, we’ve been able to continue the mission God has called us to, extending His Grace to those in need.
As we begin 2025, we invite you to join us in protecting and celebrating life. Together, we can build a community where every life is valued and supported. Want to learn more or get involved? Contact us today. Whether you pray, give, or volunteer, you’ll make a real difference in saving and changing lives. May God bless you as you consider how to support Anne Ministries
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In 2018, the Lord put on my heart the calling to reach out to those hurting from loss. Anne Ministries began in September of 2018. Anne means “grace” and that is what this ministry is about, extending God’s grace and allowing Him to heal your deepest hurt. This ministry reaches out to those hurting from abortion, miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. The ministry expanded in 2021 offering pregnancy support services to those facing an unplanned pregnancy. Chastity and her family attend Emmanuel Baptist Church in Newland, NC. You can purchase her book, His Grace Covers All, on Amazon HERE.
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