We sometimes meet with an “abortion-minded” or “abortion-vulnerable” client very early in her pregnancy–before six weeks have passed since her last menstrual period, and before we could see a heartbeat on ultrasound. From the time she makes her appointment, days before she steps up into Ruth’s...
Nikki* walked through the doors of Axia with her mother to find out if her suspicion that she was pregnant was correct. She was in fact pregnant and an ultrasound revealed she was 3 months along. The father of the baby was not involved in...
A few weeks ago, I counseled a girl who was newly pregnant. Her situation was not good. She had had a one-night stand with someone she barely knew. At that point, she had not shared with anyone the fact that she was pregnant. While talking with the...
Each day begins the same at AXIA. The lights come on. Background music plays. Consultation rooms are prepared. Supplies are stocked. Volunteers gather to pray. A day at AXIA cannot begin without seeking God’s wisdom to share His love and truth. Every day starts the same, but volunteers know that only...
"Our Mobile Center, Ruth, was parked at the downtown Tyler Walmart when I met Natalie and Kurt. As we huddled under the canopy, Natalie told me, "I really need a pregnancy test. I tried to make an appointment at three different OB/GYN offices weeks ago,...
The AXIA Center has been such a blessing from the Lord to Living Alternatives and the East Texas community. It is a culmination of so many faith filled dreams to see lives saved, lives restored, and lives brought into eternal relationship with Jesus! Lorah, one...
Dear Friend for Life, With confident joy, I am writing to announce that Lorin Roncancio is assuming the role of Living Alternatives' Ministry Director. Lorin has faithfully served alongside me for 32 of my 40 years with Living Alternatives. She and I have walked together through...
Mission Statement: Living Alternatives is a biblically based ministry that affirms the value of the unborn by providing opportunities of growth, development, and stability for women and families. I know many are celebrating the overturn of Roe vs. Wade; and rightfully so. We prayed, we worked,...
Hannah’s stay in jail was longer than she'd hoped. Her precious baby boy would be born before she was released. With no family, no friends, and no one to help, adoption was the most loving choice. If the plan wasn't made, CPS would take the...
During a KEEPS Kamp summer session, the speaker talked to the roomful of teen girls from foster care about how the Enemy is a deceiver who lies to us. She then explained who God is, His redemptive plan for our life, and the truths He...