Februry 10, 2010

Gabriel's Notes

"Amen I say to you, as long as you did it to one of these my least brethren,
you did it to me" Matthew (25:40)

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We need office space in Indianapolis! For eleven years the Gabriel Project has operated with cell phones, toll-free numbers and volunteers who visit the Mom-in-need in her home. The central point of the operation has been an office - mostly filled with boxes - in our home in Columbus, where the project began in 1999.
 
God willing, this method of operation will continue, but we are growing and realizing that the needs and numbers of women that we work with are ever-increasing. I believe that visibility in the form of an office in the community will only enhance the project's effectiveness.
 
Office space will allow us to have women walk in from the street or meet there occasionally with their Angels (Gabriel Project Volunteers). Fetal models, video tapes and other materials will be available as well as pregnancy tests. An ultrasound is part of the plan and a place where meetings and classes for both Angels and Moms can occur.
 
The office space will also be open to our counseling partners on the sidewalks of the abortion centers. The sidewalk counselors will be welcome to bring or send the women or couples they meet who need a safe, warm, welcoming place to take a breath and consider all their options.
 
In addition, Bob Rust, scheduling coordinator of the Truth and Compassion counselors, points out that on Saturdays no other Pregnancy Resource Center is currently open in Indianapolis. The Gabriel Project's office will fill that need. 
  
Specifically, the Gabriel Project is looking for office space in Indianapolis preferably on the northwest side and/or the east side of town. We would love to have at least two or three rooms at each location, but we will use whatever God sends our way. The Lord knows that we have lots of love and very little $$$. We depend on Him for miracles and He always provides.
  
If you or someone you know has some extra space, which may be difficult to rent in this economy, please pray about using that space to save the lives of unborn babies and to support women and families in difficult pregnancies. God will remember your sacrifice.

If you have a space or an idea, please contact me (Eileen) at (812) 342-9550 or email me at projectgabriel@comcast.net.

Save the Dates
Saturday, March 6 - O'Connor House Dinner at the Charles Ritz, Carmel, with Rev. Vincent Druding of Our Lady of Angels Parish, Bronx,  NY,  http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
 
Tuesday, March 23 - Gabriel Project Dinner at Northside Knights of Columbus, Indianapolis, with David Bereit, Co-Founder and National Director of 40 Days for Life.  There is no charge for the tickets for this event because the cost of the meal has been lovingly underwritten by organizations and individuals who support the work of the Gabriel Project. We need 25 hosts to fill tables with 10 guests at each table. Please contact us if you are willing to be a host. projectgabriel@comcast.net 
 
Thursday, April 15 - Life Centers Event at Conseco Fieldhouse, Indianapolis with President George W. Bush and Grammy Award Winning Artist Sandi Patty, http://www.lifecenters.com/
 
Thursday, April 22 - Pro-Life Office Dinner at Riverwalk Banquet Center, Indianapolis, with Jill Stanek, R.N., http://archindy.org/prolife/index.html 

 

February 8, 2010

Meet Therese Farrell, our "Littlest Angel" with her Mom, Elva Farrell. Elva is a Spanish-speaking Coordinator for the Gabriel Project and the mother of Therese. Mike Farrell, who helps our Moms when they move, is the Dad of Therese. Therese also has two sisters and two brothers.

Therese at only 3 years and 2 months is very familiar with hospitals and surgeries. She is pictured here (left) on Dec. 9, 2009 wearing her halo, which has been surgically attached. Her new halo will have to be replaced again in March.

Before Therese received her first halo, her Mom and Dad tried to explain and prepare her for the new head gear. One night when Elva was tucking her in, Therese pointed to the crucifix in her room in an "Ah-ha moment" and told her Mom that she understood. Therese explained that her halo would be like the crown that Jesus wears on the cross.

As we prepare for Lent and our spring 40 Days for Life, please keep our Littlest Angel, Therese Farrell, and her family in your prayers. You can read her story and see a wonderful series of photos about her and her beautiful family on the internet: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/theresefarrell4. The Farrell family is a truly beautiful example of the Culture of Life.

2+5 Indianapolis Saves!
During the last week of January there were two saves at Planned Parenthood. John Hannigan, sidewalk counselor, was involved with the first save; Bob Rust, sidewalk counselor and coordinator, was involved in the second one; and Marge Schmitz, sidewalk counselor, was involved with both of them.

Last week on Wednesday, Debbie Provost and Fran Adornato were preparing to leave 1201 N. Arlington when Debbie suggested saying a final prayer together. The prayer delayed their departure long enough for them to meet a couple who changed their minds about their planned abortion and discovered that they were having twins!

Luis Aguayo was involved with three saves last week. The last one was the most difficult. Even after Luis had raised $300 and the Gabriel Project had contributed $200 for Andrea's (not her real name) rent, she was still not sure about having an abortion. Wednesday evening she became alarmed with pains in her abdomen and called Luis for help. He and his wife, Lupita, took Andrea to the ER, where she was assured that all was well. While there she heard the baby's heartbeat and became very excited. She told Luis and Lupita on the way home that after hearing the baby's heartbeat, she could not even think about the abortion. Praise God!

Please keep all these Moms - and sidewalk counselors - in your prayers.