FALL_WINTER 2020 Newsletter

LIFELINES

NEWS UPDATE - WINTER 2020

“Rejoice always. Welcome Ezri, born on Sept 13, 2020
Pray without ceasing.
In all circumstances give
thanks, for this is the will
of God for you in Christ

Jesus."

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

In Gratitude to the Knights of Columbus

Tamesha is a woman with a grateful heart. The Knights of Columbus have been blessing
She and her family will be counting an additional women and families for years with the gift of life-
blessing at her Thanksgiving table this year, saving ultrasound machines and support for
thanks to the birth of her son, Ezri (above) born pregnancy centers throughout the state. Early
in September. Tamesha walked through our this year, KOC Charities of Georgia implemented
clinic doors in early 2020, struggling to find a new pilot program to sponsor women in need
stability while navigating an unexpected of financial support during their critical prenatal
pregnancy. Her work as a fulltime caregiver and postnatal months. Tamesha became PAC’s
proved unsustainable during her pregnancy and first sponsored client of the KOC program,
in the pandemic environment. She replaced that designed to walk with women beyond their initial
income with two part-time food delivery jobs. decision to choose life. The monthly stipend was
Exhausted, scared of the unknown and alone on just enough to help Tamesha with financial
her journey, Tamesha needed a boost to affirm stability during her pregnancy, until she could
her brave choice of life for her unborn son. settle in with family for added support. “Ezri has
given me a greater purpose in my life,” Tamesha
PAC client advocate Sharika Jackson took told us. “I have a better understanding of the
Tamesha under her wing, offering tangible need to leave a legacy and become more
and emotional support while seeking additional intentional.”
partnerships to provide Tamesha the leg-up she
needed while carrying her son. Enter the Knights Tamesha and the Pregnancy Aid Clinic team are
of Columbus Charities of Georgia. grateful for our passionate Knights of Columbus
collaborators in the work to uphold life.

From the desk of Lisa Regan,
PAC Executive Director

Dear Friends,

The 2020 year will indeed be one to remember. In fact, the pandemic and
high-profile events opening this decade will be recorded in history books
forever. But how will each of us personally remember this year? Certainly,
grief and loss are an inevitable reality for many people. And while we lift our
community in compassionate prayer, we at Pregnancy Aid Clinic extend
grateful hearts. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with a community
of staff, donors, clients, and parish communities who collaborate to honor
and protect the sanctity of life in all circumstances.
What an honor it is to walk side-by-side with all of you, doing our best to
build the Kingdom of God - bit by bit, life by life.

In Christ,

The PAC staff reflects on this "This year has brought more challenges than ever
topsy-turvy year with gratitude. before, but it has not lowered the spirit of the
staff. We are driven towards finding new ways to
"It is with your help that we are keeping connect with clients, lift them up and show them
a bright light on "at the inn," in hopes of a glimpse of light and hope. We are so grateful
changing hearts and lives. For you, donors that we are able to continue to keep the mission
and friends, we are truly grateful." vibrant and meet with the women that need us
Communications Specialist, Kathleen Loesel throughout the pandemic."
Forest Park Clinic Manager, Stefany Malave

With much gratitude for your support,

The PAC staff: Brittany, Betsy, Judith, Stefany,
Kathleen, Nancy, Linda, Kim, Ann, Bayh, Sharika, Nina,

Debora, Sydney, Courtney, Gina & Michele

Clients Give Thanks!

Client C & Baby D (left):
"I am thankful for PAC because they help me to have an
understanding of D's development and building a
relationship with her starting in the womb. It made the
transition to mom a little smoother. The diapers, the
Boutique Bucks and the staff are all a bonus!!"

Client L & Baby S (below): The J Family (above):
"I am forever grateful for the staff at "It takes a village to raise a baby and we’re so
PAC. They were the first ones to tell thankful to have PAC as a part of our
and assure me that I was indeed supporting village. The educational courses
expecting. They also reassured me we took were invaluable as first time parents.
that I was making the right decision We really learned useful biblical tools on how
and that everything was going to be to nurture our baby. We appreciate all the
just fine. Little did they know the donated items including the diapers,
seed they planted in my life allowed clothing, and car seat - PAC made sure we
me to grow a deeper relationship didn’t worry for a thing. The instructors and
with God and hold myself more Courtney are amazing, we love you guys!!!
accountable Thank you for loving on our family in so
for the many ways!"
decisions
I've made
and future
ones to
come.
Thank You!"

Client D & Baby B (right):
"I’m forever grateful for this program, it’s truly a blessing.
My child is one and I still have yet to buy diapers and
wipes. Can you say God is good? He uses those who are
willing to be used! Also Courtney is the sweetest, most
uplifting, positive person they could’ve ever hired. This
program is designed by the Most High!"

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors!

Thank You to All That
Attended Our Virtual Event

"AN EVENING FOR LIFE"

ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT
TO BENEFIT PREGNANCY AID CLINIC

William Llop, Chairman, Archbishop Gregory Lisa Regan Fr. Neil Dhabliwala
PAC Board of Directors John Hartmeyer, OFM Conv. PAC Executive Director PAC Board Member

Stephanie Allen Hunt
Gray Connors, Speaker
Keynote
Speaker

Rev. Mr. Gary Schantz
Emcee, PAC Board Member

AN EVENT

Diana Fr. Neil Dhabliwala

PAC Courageous Client PAC Board Member

More Client Gratitude!

Client M & Baby A (left):
"I am grateful for PAC because I was able to
know amazing people that I will keep in my
heart forever. I am thankful for Courtney
(staff) and Ms. Eloisa (volunteer) for all the
love and support for me and my baby. This
center is a blessing if you want to learn about
God and how to practice in your life with
your family!"

Client A & Baby C (right):
"I am thankful to the PAC because their
classes help me develop skills to further
improve on my parenting techniques,
personal development, and wellbeing."

Client R & Baby M:
"Being a parent is one of the greatest joys life can
bring, but it's not easy. And for the help and knowledge
that the Pregnancy Aid Clinic brings, I'm so grateful. To
know that I'm not alone, that there are other mothers
going through the same things as me, and to know that
there are resources available offered by PAC is very
helpful. From the classes, to having questions about
parenting answered, I can always turn to the teachers,
nurses, and staff. They are all so great. I love PAC and
all that it stands and does to help make my parenting
life easier."

Thanks to the following recent
donors:

Thanks so much to parishes hosting digital baby bottle fundraisers:

St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church, Roswell - October
Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Peachtree City - October
Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Atlanta - November

If you are interested in hosting a digital baby bottle drive, please go to:
www.pregnancyaidclinic.com/plan-a-baby-bottle.html
or contact Linda Grace at [email protected]

Thanks goes out to those who have donated items through our Amazon wishlist: Juan Ricardo
Martinez and Mercedes Hernandez, Sandy and Mark Ryan, Martha Tolcher, the Griffis
Family and all our anonymous donors who sent in supplies or dropped donations at our
clinic doors.
If you would like to donate supplies and have them shipped directly to our clinic, please use our
Amazon wishlist at: http://a.co/gk6L0ek

Special thanks to Mrs. Carol Kennedy who handmade quilts for our clients.

To our dedicated volunteers - thanks for sticking through this year with us! God bless you.

Allen Hunt - The ABC's of Gratitude

Mark your calendar for 11/11/2020

As Thanksgiving approaches, our friend Allen
Hunt will be providing uplifting words to inspire

gratitude for all we have been given.

The year-end campaign is coming! Matching Gift Challenge

A generous donor has offered $30,000 as a matching gift challenge!
Help us meet our $30,000 year-end goal, yielding $60,000 to protect life and

help women and families navigate the pandemic.

www.pregnancyaidclinic.com/2020-year-end.html

A Grateful ThbHalaneskvssegeaidving
Heart is a
Magnet for
Miracles.

The mission of the Pregnancy Aid Clinic is to promote the sanctity of human life as recognized in the teachings of the
Roman Catholic Church. We accomplish this by empowering families in the greater Atlanta area to make healthy life
choices related to human sexuality by providing pregnancy confirmation and fertility awareness programs along with

pregnancy and parenting educational support.

Pregnancy Aid Clinic
PO Box 92
Roswell GA 30077