Meeting Physical, Emotional & Spiritual Needs

MISSION STATEMENT

The Pregnancy Help Center exists to meet the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of individuals and families facing the challenges of pregnancy and parenting.

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Statement of Values & Culture

IN THE BEGINNING...

A small group of people with a common interest was brought together in August 1990, with a desire to find a way to meet the needs of young women with unplanned pregnancies.

Coupled with the support and assistance of First Baptist Church of Lake Jackson, the Pregnancy Help Center of Brazosport was formed and began operating from a small rented space located at 202 Dixie Drive in Lake Jackson. During the first few years, the number of young women who came for help steadily increased, and the number of people and churches who wanted to help them also increased. Help was provided through one-on-one counseling as well as practical assistance was provided in terms of diapers, formula, and baby food.

H.O.P.E. WAS BORN...

A series of classes was developed, and, as a result, in 1998 the HOPE program began. These HOPE classes (Help Offered in a Pregnancy Experience) were designed to help young women develop skills in parenting, newborn care, and childbirth.

As young women seeking help continued to increase, it consequently became evident that the rented space at Dixie Drive would no longer be adequate. Although several buildings were considered by the board of directors, the board decided to design and build our own facility.

IN MARCH 1999...

The Pregnancy Help Center moved into its new 5,200-square-foot building located at 327 Garland Drive in Lake Jackson.

God’s hand of blessing was undeniably evident when, in 2004, a local couple responded to God’s prompting to donate an ultrasound machine to the PHC.

The addition of this electronic marvel has enabled many young women to view the image of their unborn child developing within them. Specifically having the ability to show these women the image of their baby has, in essence, caused many, who were considering abortion, to choose life for that child.

IN 2007...

The Pregnancy Help Center purchased an 8 bedroom, 5 bath home on 9 acres with the intention to house homeless pregnant women. Safe Haven took their first resident in February 2008.

From 2008-2016, 47 women called Safe Haven home. After living in Safe Haven until their baby was born, 11 chose to parent, 17 placed for adoption, and 2 babies did not survive. The others left the home before they delivered. In 2016, after a flood that put 8 inches of water in Safe Haven, the decision was made to close Safe Haven and focus on where we believed God had begun new work.

In 2017, the Pregnancy Help Center began focusing on helping other centers begin. PHC has had the privilege of assisting the Women’s Pregnancy Center in Bay City, the Pregnancy Help Center at the Crossroads in Port Lavaca, and the Pregnancy Help Center Galveston to become independent centers and cherish the partnership we have built.

IN THE PAST 30 YEARS...

The Pregnancy Help Center has enjoyed the incredible privilege of helping over 51,424 people. That’s 51,424 opportunities to make a difference in broken and confused lives. Today, the H.O.P.E. program includes 16 different classes. PHC has approximately 68 churches from many denominations that provide monetary support. Currently, there are now 8 paid staff members and 100+ volunteers. Indeed, the growth of this ministry in the past 30 years has been incredible.

2022 has proven to be a year of transition. With the announcement of the retirement of PHC’s 27-year veteran Director, Jackie Fuller, we were searching for a new leader. God provided! Children’s Ministry Director, Michelle Deavenport, was hired and worked alongside Jackie for four months. In addition to our new director, we finally gave life to a new Men’s Ministry. Now we can meet with partners of our female clients, offering them a chance to grow in the legacy of Fatherhood.

A Post-Roe World: The overturn of Roe v. Wade does not change our mission and goals, but only increases our passion to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals and families facing pregnancy challenges.

TESTIMONIALS

"I would like to thank everyone from PHC for everything they do to help out the expecting mother."

- Anonymous, PHC Client

"I am doing my best to reconcile with my dad and show my kids what a parent/child relationship really looks like…Thank you for helping me do that."

- Anonymous, PHC Client

"I knew these classes would help me be a better parent but I didn’t realize everything you all did. Praying with me and for my husband, who can’t be with us right now, means so much! You are helping him even though he can’t be here."

- Anonymous, PHC Client

"When one of my best friends had two abortions, I got a front-row seat to the devastation abortion has in a woman’s life."

- Anonymous, PHC Volunteer

"We learn so much from these wonderful people that we love and feel we are part of a family again."

- Ashley Garcia, PHC Client

"Everyone is very caring and helpful. They care about your feelings and what you are going through."

- Beatriz, PHC Client

"I really enjoy the community that the H.O.P.E. Program provides. The tie to scripture has been really helpful and helped to reduce my anxiety with the pregnancy."

- Anonymous, H.O.P.E. Class Client

"I’ve struggled with depression for over a year now. These classes have brought me closer to God and helped me break out of my shell. Thank you for all that you do!"

- Katie, H.O.P.E. Class Client

"The volunteers and staff are the best because they provided us with so many tools and great education to help us be the best parents we can for our new babies."

- Jessica, PHC Client

"The people at the center are so open to receiving people and welcoming. There have been so many things that I have learned, it’s so heartwarming."

- Alexa, PHC Client

"We are very grateful for y'alls generosity. We feel the love and support from each and every one of yall. Just want to say THANK YOU once again."

- Anonymous, H.O.P.E. Class Couple

"The fact that everything is free and available for any and all without the stress of affording it is amazing. It’s open to all and services like these should always be available at this place."

- Anonymous, PHC Client

"The best part of the H.O.P.E. Classes was learning together with other people that are going through pregnancy right along with you."

- Anonymous, H.O.P.E. Class Client

"I liked the ability to connect with other new parents and ask so many questions and discuss with the group."

- Chris, H.O.P.E Class Expectant Dad

"I am so thankful for the advice, knowledge, and opportunity, the PHC provides for underprivileged, single, or new parents."

- Anonymous, PHC Client

"The overabundance of love of Christ in the staff & volunteers was refreshing! Thank you for ALL you do!"

- Anonymous, PHC Client

"I loved how caring everyone is. it’s always so nice to come here and see all these ladies who are so sweet and loving. Thank y'all so much for all y'all do for us. Yall are really the best ever!"

- Bethany, PHC Client

"I would like to thank everyone from PHC for everything they do to help out the expecting mother."

- Anonymous, PHC Client

327 Garland Drive, Lake Jackson, TX 77566

Pregnancy Help Center is a 501-c3 faith-based non-profit in the state of Texas. We exist to help women and families experiencing a pregnancy by providing factual, life-affirming information about all their options in a safe, loving, nonjudgmental environment.

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