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CompassCare

"Helena" has severe mental health issues. She recently found out she is pregnant and doesn't think she is ready for a baby. Her ultrasound showed a 14 week old child and Helena quipped, "I hope it's a boy!" The father of the baby has several of his own kids and is not sure he wants more. She was encouraged to return for another appointment and to speak with her mental health provider.

Please pray that God would work out the difficulties in Helena's situation. Pray that she will have the courage to carry to term, despite these difficulties. ---------- "Marina" is a mother of two and recently found out she is pregnant again. Overwhelmed with caring for her children while working full-time, she is seriously considering abortion. Marina doesn't like abortion but feels she just can't care for another child. She is also having some relationship issues and the father of the baby, who came with her, doesn't want her to get an abortion. When they heard the heartbeat of their nine week old baby, they paused and looked at each other. Marina told her nurse that she is a Christian and feels that God and her family will be disappointed in her if she gets an abortion. Please pray that this young woman would discuss her pregnancy with her family. Pray that she would be convinced of her need to protect her child's life. Pray that they both return next week, intent on carrying their child to term. ---------- "Lyla" was surprised to find she is pregnant and although she doesn't believe abortion is right and comes from a family of faith, she feels that it is her only option. She has a toddler and recently moved closer to her parents for their support. Lyla has been frustrated that she has not been able to find a job since moving here. The father of the baby has stated in the past that he does not want children and Lyla is hesitant to tell him. She was visibly moved when she heard the heartbeat of her six week child. She stated if it was just up to her, she would keep the baby. She is determined now to have a conversation with the father. Please pray that this be a week of crying out for discernment and guidance for Lyla. Pray that her family and church will help guide her to a godly decision. -------- "Janinie" has three children and had a tubal ligation after her last pregnancy because of a host of medical issues. She is now pregnant and doesn't want to go through a high-risk pregnancy. She is conflicted about getting an abortion but feels she needs to go forward with one. Her boyfriend told Janinie in front of her nurse, "God doesn't give you anything He doesn't promise to help you with." She became tearful when discussing her situation and was advised to see an OB/GYN who specializes in high-risk pregnancies to get another opinion. Please pray that Janinie would cry out to God for direction and have the faith to commit this situation to Him. Pray that she would receive a favorable prognosis from the OB referral and reconsider aborting this baby. --------- "Lila" told her nurse that she believes everything happens for a reason. She also doesn't believe in abortion and feels she would have too much regret...but she is considering it because she is overwhelmed with her existing children. Lila admits to having a lot of support and that her husband would rather she continued. Her pregnancy is too early to confirm and she has an abortion appointment already scheduled. Lila is willing to wait a week and come back for confirmation before getting an abortion. She considers her relationship with God very important and prayed with her nurse before leaving. Please pray for Lila this week. Pray that she returns for a second appointment. Pray that her husband steps up and strongly encourages her to continue.

Received: March 21, 2019

CompassCare

PRAISE REPORTS: "Gyanna" came in for her return appointment. She and her boyfriend had a long talk about the pregnancy and they are planning on continuing! She told her nurse that she plans on sharing the news with her family and children soon. Thank you for praying for Gyanna, please pray that they both remain firm in their resolve to carry to term. ---------- "Janay"'s nurse had not heard from her since October. (She lived w/her mom & 2 kids; boyfriend did not want a child; planned to abort.) She finally responded to a text yesterday saying that she is still pregnant, is having a girl, and that despite some difficult things going on she is continuing her pregnancy! Janay said several times in her text that God is blessing her and asked for continued connection with CompassCare for support and encouragement.

Received: March 20, 2019

Megan

PRAISE REPORT: My granddaughter was born 3/16 at 4:25 PM. She weighs 7 pounds and 7 ounces, 21 inches long, and her name is Yaraliz Alexis. Baby and mom are healthy and strong and doing great! Thank you so much for all the prayers!

Received: March 19, 2019

Lynn

PRAISE REPORT: I had good flights and returned safely to Rochester. Thank you for your prayers.

Received: March 18, 2019

Koinonia

Please keep Lynn M. in prayer as she travels home from Alaska. Thank you.

Received: March 17, 2019