Sandra contacted us for pregnancy and parenting classes after she learned about our programs at a family fair. She and her husband were expecting their first child. Struggling to make ends meet, they made too much money to qualify for most help, but not enough to make ends meet. And a baby was on the … Continued
from the Desk of CEO, Sara Patterson It’s probably no surprise that as an organization that works to defend the value of every human life, we believe people are our best resource for doing God’s work. That includes not just staff but volunteers too. For those who know me well, it will be no surprise … Continued
Where Life Stands at the One-Year Mark It’s been one year since the historic decision to overturn Roe V Wade put the abortion debate in the hands of each state. You may be wondering, “What’s changed?” “ What’s the same?” and “Is it still business as usual for women and men considering abortion?” In Wisconsin, … Continued
The voice on the other end of the phone was familiar. She’d been to our clinic just a month prior. But somehow, she’d gotten confused and instead of coming to our clinic for her follow-up appointment, she was standing in the lobby of the abortion clinic. “Did I have an appointment with you today,“ she … Continued
From the desk of CEO, Sara Patterson The human body. As I learn more about this incredible creation, I am ever more amazed. After recently suffering two fractures, I was especially struck by these words from the book Fearfully and Wonderfully Made, by Dr. Paul Brand and writer Phillip Yancey, “A bone fracture sets an … Continued
Kaya suspected she might be pregnant. She and her husband desperately longed for a child and prayed that God would bless them with a baby. But previous pregnancies had always ended in miscarriage, and Kaya feared that, once again, she wouldn’t have a chance to meet her little one. Newly immigrated from South Africa, Kaya … Continued
By Jenny Wolter Care Net truly is the hands and feet of Jesus reaching mothers and their unborn and born babies! I’d like to share how the Lord used Care Net in my life in a way that Care Net may not have initially intended to minister. My testimony is not one of being a … Continued
Reverend Bishop Hying of the Diocese of Madison is currently leading a Diocesan initiative to partner with women facing challenges related to pregnancy and parenting. A key goal of the initiative: finding and closing service gaps. This past summer Care Net had the chance to sit down with a member of a local Knights of … Continued
What a blessing and joy it was to host the second annual Care Fest in partnership with Lighthouse Church and Extended Hands Food Pantry on April 1. We handed out over 20,000 diapers, hundreds of wipes, baby clothes, blankets, detergent, soap, personal care items and healthy food baskets at no cost to over 153 families … Continued
The year 2022 was a historic one for those who believe in the sanctity of human life. So much has happened, and yet so much has stayed the same. Women are still struggling with unexpected pregnancies. They are still concerned about the future, worried they can’t move forward with a baby, and afraid they won’t … Continued