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Hope
& Healing After Abortion
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Project Rachel Events & Workshops
Project Rachel is the name of the Catholic Church's healing ministry to those who have been involved in abortion. Its name comes from Scripture:
Project Rachel operates as a network of professional counselors and priests, all trained to provide one-on-one spiritual and psychological care for those who are suffering because of an abortion. Although most dioceses use the name Project Rachel, some programs are named differently. In addition to individualized counseling, some programs include support groups and retreats. Founded in 1984 by Victoria Thorn in Milwaukee, today Project Rachel programs can be found in 140 Catholic dioceses in the United States, as well as in dioceses in other countries. A single phone call to a Project Rachel program puts you in touch with those who can help at 1-800-964-3787 (Lincoln 489-2249). Abortion can be one of the most traumatic experiences in a person’s life. Feelings of grief, anxiety, guilt and anger are common, not only for the woman who undergoes an abortion, but also for the man involved, relatives, friends, counselors and even medical personnel. In many cases, the pain of loss may initially be buried, sometimes for years, but may be manifested by relationship difficulties, depression, or other psychological or spiritual problems. It may even be intensified by a sense of alienation from God and the Church. Project Rachel is here to reach out to those hurting psychologically and spiritually after involvement with abortion. We recognize that all of us have made choices we later regret. But, we must not give into discouragement nor lose hope. Abortion is not an unforgivable sin, and the Church wants to welcome you home to the mercy and forgiving love of Christ Jesus. At project Rachel we understand that pain caused by your involvement with abortion is often not recognized by our society. This pain comes in part from a denied grief that there was a child who is no more. We believe abortion has physical, psychological and spiritual effects, and that knowledge of God’s limitless mercy and love is a significant part of the healing process. · A Toll-free line 1-800-964-3787 which you will be given a confidential referral to either a specially trained clergy person or counselor. · Specially trained persons are available to help you sort through unresolved feelings and conflicts. · A priest sensitive to your particular needs can prepare you to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. · Priests outside your community are also available for reconciliation. Project Rachel is open to anyone in need regardless of their faith background. There is NO charge for those who enter the Project Rachel process. If extended professional counseling seems indicated, fees will be based upon your ability to pay. Project Rachel allows you, in a caring and hopeful context, to move toward reconciliation with yourself, your unborn child, your family, your church and with God. www.hopeafterabortion.com Symptoms of Post Abortion Trauma
Some, especially young girls, experience symptoms soon after the abortion. However, it is more common for the symptoms to occur over the course of five to twelve years after the abortion. Post-Abortion Aftermath/Healing Websites ELLIOT INSTITUTE (post-abortion): www.afterabortion.org ELLIOT INSTITUTE (abortion harms women): www.poorchoice.org SILENT NO MORE (post-abortive women): www.SilentNoMoreAwareness.org U.S. BISHOPS (post-abortion): www.hopeafterabortion.org ABORTION/BREAST CANCER LINK: www.abortioncancer.com www.abortionbreastcancer.com RACHEL’S VINEYARD RETREAT: www.rachelsvineyard.orgPROJECT RACHEL: www.noparh.org
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Nebraska Catholic
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Ramah is heard the sound of moaning,