Join host Melissa Ohden on Life Beyond Abortion as she welcomes Melissa Manion, a woman who chose life for her child despite challenging circumstances. Melissa Manion shares her journey from a drug-addicted, abusive past to choosing life for her son in 1995, then facing an abortion in her second trimester that nearly killed her, and her path to healing through faith. They discuss Connecticut’s lax abortion laws, the cultural silence around abortion, and the pro-life movement’s growth. Melissa Manion reflects on advocacy with Embrace Grace and Let Them Live, while Melissa Ohden highlights healing’s role in shifting the abortion narrative.

Learn more about Melissa Manion's work at melissamanion.com

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:02:35 - Connecticut Pro-Life Scene

00:03:19 - Abortion Laws in Connecticut

00:03:52 - Melissa Manion’s Story

00:07:48 - Abortion Decision

00:09:58 - Cultural Silence on Abortion

00:11:27 - Impact of Unspoken Abortion

00:16:32 - Healing Through Faith

00:22:16 - Advocacy and Healing Work

00:27:29 - Response to Pro-Choice Arguments

00:32:04 - Contact and Resources

You can find out more about Melissa's story, and support her work at melissaohden.com. Follow Melissa Ohden on Instagram @melissaohden, and on X @melissaohden.

Follow The Abortion Survivors Network on Instagram @the_abortion_survivors_network, and on X @theASNofficial. You can learn more about The Abortion Survivors Network at abortionsurvivors.org.

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Melissa Ohden welcomes Denisha Workizer, founder of Reclaimed Story, to share her powerful journey as an abortion survivor. Prompted by New York’s 2019 Reproductive Health Act, Workizer discovered at 42 that her mother considered abortion during a turbulent time. This revelation led her to found Reclaim Story, a ministry empowering women and survivors to find healing and purpose through faith. Workizer discusses the messy beauty of life, the importance of community, and how survivors can connect with others through organizations like the Abortion Survivors Network. From grappling with identity to delivering 47 talks across 21 states, her story challenges listeners to embrace their worth and support pregnancy resource centers. Join this heartfelt conversation about resilience and hope beyond abortion.

Learn more about Denisha's work at reaclaimedstory.com

00:00:00 - Podcast Intro

00:00:53 - Denisha Introduced

00:01:45 - Survivor Bonds

00:02:43 - Discovery Story

00:03:43 - Abortion Considered

00:05:26 - Reclaim Story Mission

00:07:34 - Healing Community

00:09:28 - Survivor Challenges

00:12:16 - Cultural Impact

00:15:42 - Pregnancy Centers

00:18:21 - Sharing Stories

00:30:08 - Finding Purpose

00:39:37 - Support Options

00:42:05 - Everyone Matters

You can find out more about Melissa's story, and support her work at melissaohden.com. Follow Melissa Ohden on Instagram @melissaohden, and on X @melissaohden.

Follow The Abortion Survivors Network on Instagram @the_abortion_survivors_network, and on X @theASNofficial. You can learn more about The Abortion Survivors Network at abortionsurvivors.org.

To learn more about the Herzog Foundation, visit HerzogFoundation.com. Like and follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram, or sign up to receive monthly email updates.

#Christian #ChristianWorldview #Abortion #AbortionSurvivor #AbortionSurvivors #CurrentEvents #Politics #Faith #Family #AbortionHelp #AbortionResourcing #ChooseLife #ProLife #ProChoice #Life #LifeBeyondAbortion #ProLifeStories #HealingJourney #Forgiveness #AbortionTruth #SurvivorVoices

Melissa Ohden sits down with Libby Owens, Executive Director of St. Joseph Pregnancy Resource Center in Missouri, to share a heartfelt conversation on navigating life's deepest losses and finding purpose in supporting women facing unexpected pregnancies. Owens opens up about her own path—marked by sibling loss, infertility struggles, and the joy of late-in-life motherhood—that fueled her passion for compassionate care. Together, they explore the transformative changes in pregnancy centers since Roe's overturn, from empowering women with facts and reversal options to tackling challenges like the abortion pill's accessibility. Owens offers raw insights on fostering open dialogues, providing healing for post-abortive women, and the simple power of listening in crisis. A must-listen for anyone seeking to understand real support beyond rhetoric.

00:00:00 - Podcast Intro

00:00:53 - Guest Welcome

00:01:54 - Libby's Journey

00:03:37 - Infertility Impact

00:04:36 - Compassion Drives

00:05:26 - Positive Shifts

00:06:45 - Post-Roe Battles

00:07:34 - Reversal Options

00:09:28 - Abortion Pill

00:12:16 - Post-Abortive Healing

00:15:42 - Client Stories

00:18:21 - Staff Training

00:30:08 - Advice to Women

00:34:33 - Everyday Action

You can find out more about Melissa's story, and support her work at melissaohden.com. Follow Melissa Ohden on Instagram @melissaohden, and on X @melissaohden.

Follow The Abortion Survivors Network on Instagram @the_abortion_survivors_network, and on X @theASNofficial. You can learn more about The Abortion Survivors Network at abortionsurvivors.org.

To learn more about the Herzog Foundation, visit HerzogFoundation.com. Like and follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram, or sign up to receive monthly email updates.

#Christian #ChristianWorldview #Abortion #AbortionSurvivor #AbortionSurvivors #CurrentEvents #Politics #Faith #Family #AbortionHelp #AbortionResourcing #ChooseLife #ProLife #ProChoice #Life #LifeBeyondAbortion #ProLifeStories #HealingJourney #Forgiveness #AbortionTruth #SurvivorVoices