"March 25, 2020 marks the 25th anniversary of Evangelium vitae.  It gives us a wonderful opportunity to assess, expand and communicate the resources to pregnant moms and families in need.....Each one of us can do something to help women in our communities who have given their Fiat by welcoming the child in their womb."  

National Prayer Vigil for Life Opening Mass Homily Excerpt
Most Reverend Joseph F. Naumann
Archbishop of Kansas City in Kansas
Chairman, USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities
Jan 24, 2020

Saint Pius X, in conjunction with the USCCB, is committed to helping women in crisis pregnancies.  This web-page is a centralized place for moms and their support systems to access information on parish and community resources to help them choose life for their unborn child during this unexpected time.  

Erin Lynch is the coordinator of Walking With Moms in Need at St. Pius X and available to help navigate these resources. Erin has said: 

"As a mom of three young daughters myself, I know the beauty and challenges that
can come with a pregnancy. If you or someone you know is facing an unexpected pregnancy, please do not hesitate to reach out. I’d love to walk with you. My email is
erinlynch.wcc@gmail.com."

Women's Care Center

Founded in South Bend in 1984, is the largest, most life-saving  pregnancy center in the United States.  Women's Care Center provides FREE, confidential counseling, support and education for pregnant women.  Free pregnancy testing and ultrasounds help determine viability and dates.  Over 30,000 women are served annually from 34 centers in 12 states - MANY in our community.  

For more information on their services go to:  www.womenscarecenter.org 

To contact their 24-hour helpline call 1-877-908-2341 or
email a counselor at counselor@womenscarecenter.org 
 

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Pope St. John Paul II's Challenge to Our Church:  
The Inspiration for Walking with Moms in Need
Details can be found here.   

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Diocesan Resources - http://www.walkingwithmomsfwsb.com

    - please click on above link for complete listing of community resources available for pregnant mothers
 

Project Rachel - diocesan post-abortion counseling and reconciliation ministry; often times those who have experienced the pain from a past abortion are the most authentic mentor for a woman in a crisis pregnancy.  projectrachelhope@gmail.com or 1-855-RACHEL Hope (1-855-722-4354)

Miriam's Blessing:  a support ministry for parents who have received a poor prenatal diagnosis leverett@diocesefwsb.org or 574-968-2439

Community Resources
- click on links for more information

Catholic Charities, South Bend - provides pro-life pregnancy counseling and adoption planning and also runs the ECHO program to support pregnant and parenting teens.  574-234-3111

Her Michiana - this website is a compilation of pro-life, pro-famiy resources in the community that can provide support to pregnant and parenting women in need.  

Saint Pius X Respect Life Ministries
- click on below links for more information

Women's Care Center - multiple locations provide free, confidential counseling, support and education to women facing unplanned pregnancies.  Free pregnancy testing and ultrasounds help determine viability and dates.  counselor@womenscarecenter.org  or 1-877-908-2341

Hannah's House - located in Mishawaka, is a maternity home where women facing homelessness and poverty can go to for respect, love, and inspiration.  info@hannahshousemichiana.org or 574-254-5309

Christ Child Society of South Bend - located in South Bend, but moving to Mishawaka - provides new winter cloting to economically disadvantage children from newborn through age twelve without consideration of religion or ethnic factors.  info@christchildsb.org or 574-288-6028


Project Rachel Parish Companion - to speak with someone who has been through an abortion to discuss the emotional and psychological impact that has come from that decision contact the Diocesan Ministry at projectrachelhope@gmail.com or 1-855-RACHEL Hope (1-855-722-4354)

Saint Pius X Elizabeth Ministries Support Groups
       - click on below links for more information

Adoption - provides a local network of friendship and support; pshnatusko@gmail.com 

 
Post-Partum Depression/Anxiety - assists women experiencing depression or anxiety after the birth of a child; mathyjames@yahoo.com or 574-271-6094

Saint Pius X Stephen Ministries
- click on below link for more information

Stephen Ministers call on a pre-determined regular weekly basis to be a listening, caring friend. spxstephenministry@gmail.com or 574-675-6553
 

USCCB Program:  www.walkingwithmoms.com