‘I no longer feel alone in my loss.’ 10 ladies from all over Northern Ireland came to our second Loved retreat in that region. Stunning views over the bay at Donaghadee again formed a most peaceful backdrop for the day. We shared our stories and recognised that we all had so much in common with … Read moreLOVED MISCARRIAGE HEALING DAY AT DONAGHADEE
In April, 15 ladies from the city of Cherkasy, Ukraine took part in a week’s training course, learning how to counsel women who face an unintended pregnancy. Jenny Baines and colleague Celia Wyatt, who both have many years experience of working in this area, were privileged to lead the training and to present certificates for … Read morePREGNANCY COUNSELLING COURSE
The stunning coastline of Donaghadee was the backdrop for our first Loved Miscarriage Retreat in Northern Ireland. Seven ladies came to share their stories, and to explore the struggles and emotions which followed their experience of miscarriage and other baby loss. Afterwards, one lady wrote: ‘ Baby loss is such a lonely thing and such … Read more‘LOVED’ HEALING DAY
OPEN made its first appearance at this year’s Cliff College Festival and we had many visitors to our stand. There were some wonderful conversations, some expressing deep pain. We were glad to tell of the help and support which is available, and hope to be working in partnership with other organisations represented there, in bringing … Read moreCLIFF COLLEGE FESTIVAL
Six ladies who attended the Loved healing day last October, met together over a delicious brunch, and shared ideas of how to make these days available all over the UK.Yorkshire and Derbyshire are next on our horizons! We are so encouraged by continued positive feedback from these days. Following a retreat in June, Alison wrote: … Read more‘LOVED’ HEALING DAY
On March 24th, over 30 leaders from across the denominations in Kettering, Northants, came together to learn more about OPEN and how to offer a compassionate pastoral response to those who have faced an unintended pregnancy or who may be struggling following an abortion experience. There was a great atmosphere and lively discussion throughout the … Read moreLEADERS TRAINING DAY
OPEN was delighted to have a presence at the One Event, a major Christian gathering on the Lincolnshire Showground over the August Bank Holiday. Some good and, at times, very moving conversations were had at our stand in the Exhibition area, and Jenny Baines and Hannah Holland also had the privilege of leading a seminar … Read moreOPEN AT THE ONE EVENT
In October 2016, seven ladies came together for our first ‘Loved’ Miscarriage Healing Day in Lincoln. We shared our stories of the loss of our babies, and talked about the ways in which our miscarriages had affected our lives. We looked at emotions such as anger, guilt, sorrow, forgiveness and acceptance but took time too … Read more‘LOVED’ HEALING DAY
It was wonderful to be back in the beautiful East Sussex countryside for our fifth Open retreat. This was held in the Penhurst Retreat Centre, near Battle, and was attended by three ladies from East Sussex and beyond. As ever, the peaceful and prayer-soaked atmosphere of Penhurst helped us as we worked through the post … Read morePENHURST RETREAT
It was a great privilege for Jenny to travel and take part in the launch of a new book which tells of the development of the Itu Network in Finland (www.ituprojekti.net). This is a group of Christian Pregnancy Advice Centres who work with women and families facing unintended pregnancies and those who struggle following an … Read moreOPEN IN FINLAND!