Words of Encouragement

Dr. Alveda King, niece of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., has had two abortions. Today, she has joined the growing coalition of women who deeply regret their abortions and are "Silent No More." Out of deep personal pain and compassion for others, they challenge us to respect, protect and tangibly love both the mother and the child. The women of Silent No More give post-abortive women a safe place to grieve and a roadmap for reconciliation. And to society at large, these brave women compel us to rethink and reassess the far-too-cheap sophistry of our abortion culture. Reflecting on her uncle’s famous speech, Alveda King asks: "How can the 'Dream' survive if we murder the children?" Congressman Chris Smith to the 35th Annual March for Life
 

Women who have long suffered because of abortion are speaking out. "Silent No More," these women braved the frigid weather last of January to stand before the Supreme Court and tell their personal stories of the horror that is abortion. These brave women can attest to the destructiveness of abortion as no others can. They are helping others understand that every abortion kills a mother’s child, and causes incalculable harm to the mother herself. Thanks to them and to other witnesses whose stories cut through the politically correct obscurity of "choice," Americans are gradually waking up.
Cardinal William Keeler, Archbishop of Baltimore
Chairman, Bishops’ Committee for Pro-life Activities
From Homily at the 2004 Vigil Mass for Life, January 21, 2004
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C.

Joan: Georgette and Janet, I just want to thank you so much for all of the good that you are doing. I am so grateful to both of you. I realize that I have a LONG way to go in healing, but you have given me and others the opportunity to share our painful stories and to be SILENT NO MORE, and this helps me to know that my baby's life was not taken in vain, that he counts for something that is going to make a difference for so much good in our country, by helping people know how heartbreaking it is that our own children are casualties of the horror of abortion.  Please know that you are always in my prayers and I am so grateful to God for both of you. Thank you for your "yes" to God and for doing this important work for the Culture of Life to truly be lived on earth, as it is in Heaven.

Tammy: I just want you to know how God used you to speak to my heart. I was at the pro-life march several days ago. When I saw all the women standing there with signs, I became undone and was so compelled to go to them and kiss and hug each one. And so I did. Why? Because everyone of us could be standing on that curb with a sign listing all our sins and how we regret them. Though I have never had an abortion, I have messed up and there is nothing I can do to undo the messes, but like you, I have allowed God to turn my messes into a message to help others. Praise God for all His forgiveness and Mercy. Praise Him for all the very brave women who stood there. .. Please tell the women I will never forget them and I am changed forever having met them. ...

Jody: I'm so glad that Heritage House will be making these buttons!
I'm looking forward to wearing mine! I was in front of a Planned Parenthood last Saturday with my I Regret My Abortion sign... a couple changed their mind!  They waved to me as they were driving away!  Later I overheard the escorts saying it was because
of my sign, or something like that. This gives me more courage,
to stand out there and shine the light. Thank God for Silent No More!

Terry:  I attended a Silent No More event here in St. Louis last year and was able to bring home one of the posters that said "I Regret My Abortion". I placed the sign in my window which faces a busy street and the playing field of a high school. I had it there for some months and had contemplated removing it for a couple of weeks. One night there was a knock at the door. My husband answered it and there was a very teary young woman there who wanted to speak to the woman who put the sign in the window. My husband called me over and this woman and I talked for about 45 minutes about her experiences and regrets. I gave her a copy of Forbidden Grief. I have not heard from her since, this was about 2 months ago. However, my point is that I am so happy I left the sign in the window and could be there for her when she needed some help. This is to let you know how effective this sign is. I keep it in my window and have even tried to make it more visible. Thank you for your ministry.

Cecilia:  I was driving my children and carpooler home from school today and saw a car with the bumper sticker prominently displayed, "I Regret My Abortion." I was stunned and amazed by the courage of the driver. I wanted to honk and give her a thumbs up but was unsure whether she would understand my intent. I just wanted to send you a note telling you how profoundly grateful I am to you and Ms. Forney for leading this campaign. ..... please, please continue your good work! America needs your bravery, courage, and words of truth. Abortion truly stops a beating heart and breaks many others.

Karen: I am a Silent No More participant and have reached out beyond what I ever thought I could or would do since last year at the first Silent No More press conference that took place...at the State Capitol... Since than I feel I have been ‘Set Free’ and have shared my story at our local churches, [RTL] dinner, the radio station, etc. Another new participate of Silent No More...and me have a group ...for post abortive woman using the book ‘Forgiven and Set Free’ and we hope to take this to the prisons this summer.  I have shared this with you to confirm that being Silent No More is a healing outlet and reaches others as well so they can more easily share their pain and know they are not alone. 

Elizabeth: Thank you for all of your efforts, both great and small.  As a "victim of choice" who hid in my prison for over 25 years, stepping into the light was so terrifying.  I am so encouraged by organizations like yours.  We are not alone and our pain IS real.  Thank you.

Elizabeth: Keep up the great work ladies.  I know you are helping to change minds, hearts and actions - one at a time.