What a Great Day for a Walk!

By Brian OsnerOur annual First Choice for Women Walk for Life has been a hallmark of our ministry for 28 years. It’s a wonderful time for us to gather and show our support for the unborn. It's a great time to fellowship over pancakes, sausage, and coffee. It's a powerful way to give others an opportunity to financially support this ministry.We were very excited to return to Westminster Presbyterian Church and want to thank them for allowing us to use their beautiful facilities. This year I was fortunate enough to be an official "bean counter," and assisted with the collection and counting of the donations we received. It is always humbling to see how God provides through our friends. This year of course was no exception! Our combined efforts raised almost $15,000 to support the ministry. We had over 100 walkers participate in the 1.6 mile hike through the Ball State University campus.We also had several local companies support our efforts (see Page 5); including our two primary sponsors S.A. Boyce and IHOP Hometown Pancakes. Their contributions were very much appreciated and helped make this year a great success! A new highlight included "airtime" for the Executive Director and Board President donated by Woof Boom radio on local stations WLBC 104.1 and WERK 104.9; who provided announcements for several weeks prior to the event. We also had a live broad cast the day of event by NASH 102.5 FM. It’s great to think of all the listeners who were able to hear about our mission!Our hope is, as we walk, raise funds, and increase awareness, we demonstrate our silent, steadfast and compassionate support for the Pro-life movement. We also hope that walking on campus might cause individuals to examine their views on sexuality, the unborn, and even God. Perhaps, someone might possibly stop a walker and ask, "Why are you walking?" Then we have an opportunity to share the hope we found in Christ!As we all know, it's not very popular to be Pro-Women, Pro-healthy teens, or Pro-Life. The tides of the day make it all the more important for us to walk, to gather, and to support life.It is amazing that a simple act like walking can advance God’s kingdom, demonstrate a living faith, support those in need, and communicate hope. Thanks to all that participated in the Walk for Life so that others may find life.