The Esther Project Podcast

What an exciting episode with "The ProLife Momma", Jennifer Soloski! We find out where her passion comes from & chat about hot topics such the abortion exceptions (rape, special needs diagnosis), the need for post-abortive support groups, how she helps women considering abortion SLOW DOWN + PAUSE, and the ONE THING she wishes Pro-Lifers would STOP saying! Jennifer is a married mom of two children. She advocates for the unborn, as well as, challenges the pro-life community in the way they think & communicate to do it in a way that doesn't push women away but draws them near. This episode is a MUST LISTEN & we're so happy you're here!! Website+Social Media references: https://supportafterabortion.com (https://supportafterabortion.com) Facebook @https://www.facebook.com/THEPROLIFEMOMMA (THEPROLIFEMOMMA) Instagram @https://www.instagram.com/the_prolife_momma/ (the_prolife_momma) Connect with The Esther Project: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) Question/Comment: email us at hello@estherprojectsaves.org Have a story to share: podcast@estherprojectsaves.org Social media @EstherProjSaves (https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook), https://www.instagram.com/estherprojsaves/ (Instagram), https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter), https://www.tiktok.com/@estherprojsaves (TikTok))

Have you ever wondered what a pregnancy counselor & adoption specialist REALLY does to help pregnant women? We get the inside scoop from a woman who serves in this capacity every single day. 1. Hear how she counsels women facing an unplanned pregnancy. 2. Learn how adoption is a brave, selfless choice. 3. Uncover the support she gives women during pregnancy, post-birth, and even years afterwards. Kristin McCool is a follower of Christ, wife, mom, stepmom, and a passionate advocate for vulnerable women and children. She has followed this call that God placed in her heart in a variety of capacities over the years, including leading international mission work in over 10 countries. She and her husband, Steve, serve as founders of GO Overflow Ministries, as they bring people on mission trips and partner with orphan ministries and pregnancy centers in Uganda. Kristin is an adoptive mother and holds a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, and God in recent years has brought these two experiences together in her role as a Pregnancy Counselor and Adoption Specialist for Lifeline Children's Services in Plano, TX. https://lifelinechild.org (https://lifelinechild.org), https://www.go-overflow.org (https://www.go-overflow.org)

In this episode, Traci & Chris continue the conversation from Ep. 13 and talk about the differences in what compassion looks like from the world's view + Christianity's view towards women in unplanned pregnancies. They also chat about: What the Bible says about the value of life in the womb How God knits babies together in the womb & gives them a unique name Companies that support Planned Parenthood & how that changed where Traci shops Website references: https://babyolivia.liveaction.org https://abbyj.com Connect with The Esther Project: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) Question/Comment: email us at hello@estherprojectsaves.org Have a story to share: podcast@estherprojectsaves.org Social media: @EstherProjSaves

"So you're working with Planned Parenthood?" Traci Petty sat there stunned as a friend thought she was working with Planned Parenthood in her work to help women in unplanned pregnancies & save babies from abortion. In this episode, Traci explains why that could not be further from the truth. Listen in as she explains the hidden agenda of this powerful organization! Connect with The Esther Project: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) Question/Comment: email us at hello@estherprojectsaves.org Have a story to share: podcast@estherprojectsaves.org https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

Two amazing women tell their stories of encountering an unplanned pregnancy as teenagers + a decade later they cannot imagine life without their kids. Sandra Lira & Mariel Hernandez are "super women" and truly my heros on so many levels. You'll definitely laugh, maybe shed a tear...but you'll be oh SO thankful you listened!! Parents & grandparents, join in too because they also have an encouraging message for you. https://babyolivia.liveaction.org (www.BabyOlivia.liveaction.org ) Connect with The Esther Project: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) Question/Comment: email us at hello@estherprojectsaves.org Have a story to share: podcast@estherprojectsaves.org https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

Learn 5 ways that you can become “Pro-Love”! You will be inspired and encouraged to take some new action steps toward your pro-life beliefs in easy, tangible ways. Websites mentioned in this episode: www.EmbraceGrace.com, www.LiveAction.org Have a story you want to tell? Send your story to podcast@estherprojectsaves.org Chat with Traci: hello@estherprojectsaves.org Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

President & Founder of The Esther Project, Traci Petty, personally shares some behind the scenes details from Season 1 of the podcast, as well as looks ahead to 2022. She also admits that she's not who you may think she is! Send your "Impact Story" to podcast@estherprojectsaves.org Chat with Traci: hello@estherprojectsaves.org Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

Elevating the role of motherhood is crucial in today's culture! Our friend, Rebeka Beavers, is a wife, mom, writer, & blogger + she is incredibly wise in the role of motherhood. We have fun chatting about the balance between home & work, being “present” with your kids, and when you have to…fighting for the irreplaceable role of motherhood in your children's lives. Hear more from Rebeka on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebekadoesit/ (@rebekadoesit ) + www.rebekadoesitblog.com Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

From the bathroom of an abortion clinic, a woman searched for a way out before her procedure and she found it!  Find out how the worlds of a woman named Mercy and an unbelievable organization collided to meet her crisis needs and save more than the life of her unborn baby.  Also, have you ever heard of “Sanctuary Cities for the Unborn” or the “Baby Moses Law/Safe Haven Law”?  We unpack what they both are and how they are impacting cities, saving babies and helping parents. Episode Links: Let Them Live: @LetThemLiveOrg, www.letthemlive.org www.righttolifeofeasttexas.org Safe Haven Baby Boxes: www.shbb.org www.saveabandonedbabies.org Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )@EstherProjSaves https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

Dustin & Andrea Herron have a sweet love story! They open up their hearts to give us a little peek into their journey through 3.5 years of infertility, as well as the open door of adoption that God walked them through. They are the proud parents of a little girl who is 100% cuteness and whose cheeks are dripping of sugar! Listen in to hear the powerful story of perseverance, grief, and deep faith that is honored by an amazing God. Dustin & Andrea have been married for eight years. They currently live in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex with their beautiful daughter Evelyn Meyrose. They started their journey to grow their family in 2016, and were blessed to achieve that goal in June 2020 through the beautiful gift of adoption. Keep up with Andrea, Dustin & Evie Mey on social media on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreamherron1/ (@andreamherron1) Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

Adoption is a brave and loving option. It is scary to think about, complicated in relationships, but oh so very beautiful on the other side. Less than 2% of women facing an unplanned pregnancy choose adoption for their child. Why? We chat about the hindrances and stigmas around adoption + the honest reasons that women should seriously consider it if they are sure they can't parent themselves. We also introduce you to an amazing organization, BraveLove, that is changing the view of birth mothers around adoption and seeing them as modern day heroes! So thankful you've joined us!! Websites mentioned in this episode: https://www.bravelove.org (BraveLove.org) Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest: @JoinBraveLove https://www.instagram.com/tv/CKO2bhEB4go/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link (BraveLove video) mentioned in this episode: Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

Fatherhood matters and is crucial in our society, as well as, in the decision for life around an unplanned pregnancy. Our guest today is Chris Petty, the husband of our host, Traci Petty. Chris grew up in a very broken home. His father left his life when he was about 2 years old and then signed his parental rights away when Chris was in about 2nd grade. A string of four step-fathers tattered his life by the time he left high school. Those experiences gave him the determination to be a better Dad than he had ever seen. Websites mentioned in this episode: www.menandabortion.net https://www.lifeissues.org/resources/counseling-men/ (www.lifeissues.org) https://www.standingforfreedom.com (www.standingforfreedom.com ) Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

The TX Heartbeat Law has endured public backlash since it went into effect on September 1, 2021. We talk about some of those individuals, companies and corporations that have made a stand against this law and for abortion (Google, Go Daddy, Lyft, Uber, Ben & Jerry's, etc). We also chat briefly about the Women's Health Protection Act (HR 3755) that passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, but is still awaiting to be heard by Congress. We also learn about an individual that breaks the mold - Terrisa Bukovinac is a Democrat, athiest feminist and she is pro-life. She launched “ProLife San Francisco” on October 1, 2021 and is fighting for life in the womb from a non-conservative, non-religious position. She inspires you to not put yourself into a box, but instead be all of the complicated things that make one beautiful. Websites or Video links mentioned in this episode: https://www.lifenews.com/2021/02/26/planned-parenthood-brought-in-1-6-billion-made-70-million-profit-from-killing-babies-in-abortions/ (LifeNews.com- Planned Parenthood profit) https://www.abortionpillreversal.com (Abortion Pill Reversal) (www.abortionpillreversal.com); Hotline: 1-877-558-0333 Terrisa Bukovinac, founder of https://www.prolifesf.com (ProLife SanFrancisco) (https://www.prolifesf.com) Terrisa Bukovinac: https://youtu.be/BIKer1pYjIg (The Non-Religious Argument to Being Pro-Life) or find on YouTube.com at https://youtu.be/BIKer1pYjIg Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

The Texas Heartbeat Law went into effect on September 1, 2021. It stops elective abortions in the state of Texas after a detectable heartbeat exists. There has been a lot of controversy around this law and in this episode we are stating the facts of the law & disputing the myths/mis-information that have been spreading on social media with the truth. It's an overwhelming subject and one that we intend to set the record straight so that Texas women facing unplanned pregnancies are fully informed and can set aside any fears they have been feeling since September 1st. Websites or Social Media links mentioned in this episode: https://www.liveaction.org (LiveAction.org) Lila Rose, anti-abortion activist and founder & president of an anti-abortion organization, Live Action. @lilarosegrace https://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/politics/current_events/abortion/fight_over_texas_abortion_law_divides_voters (Rasmussen Poll) Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

When New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Reproductive Health Act into law in January 2019, it triggered a songwriting experience that Phil King had never encountered.  Lyrics & melody poured over him to create the song “Not Forgotten”.  We chat with Phil about that experience and peel back the layers of the song's message. Phil King is a songwriter and worship leader born and raised in a small town in California's Central Valley.  Phil has worked alongside many notable artists such as Michael W. Smith, Matt Redman, Lauren Daigle, Christine D'Clario, and Leeland.  Phil is currently based at Gateway Church in Jackson Hole, Wyoming as a songrwriter in residence and worship leader. Discover more of Phil King's music at: Website: www.philkingmusic.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philkingmusic/ (@philkingmusic) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_philking/ (@_philking ) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PhilKingMusicPage (https://www.youtube.com/user/PhilKingMusicPage) Not Forgotten; 2019 ©; Written by Phil King, Rita Springer, Cody Lee; Performed by Phil King and Cody Lee; Courtesy of Gateway Create Publishing, UR Creative Kindred Joy Music, Cody Rae Lee Publishing, Capitol CMG Publishing. Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Instagram: )https://www.instagram.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Facebook: @EstherProjSaves) https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (Twitter: )https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

From a young age, all she wanted to be was a mom one day. President & Founder, Traci M. Petty, takes you on a ride through her early pro-life roots, a very personal peek inside her infertility journey, and the burden for unborn babies that she just couldn't shake. She shares the beginning dream of her non-profit organization, The Esther Project, and what it aims to accomplish in this world. Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estherprojsaves/ (@EstherProjSaves) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) Twitter: https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)

The Esther Project Podcast is a pro-life advocacy conversation that will support, encourage & inspire women who have found themselves in an unplanned pregnancy, as well as, those that love them. Our goal is to share resources, education, stories & experiences to help them make the best decision for you & your baby. We welcome you to listen in on intentional chats with birth mothers, adoptive parents, & leaders of pro-life organizations that work day-in-and-day-out with pregnant mothers regarding the options of parenting your child, adoption & abortion. Hosted by Traci M. Petty, President & Founder of a pro-life advocacy organization, The Esther Project. Traci started this non-profit out of her own infertility journey & wanting to see more women choose life for their baby. She speaks the values of pro-woman, pro-womb, pro-mother, pro-baby, and pro-family. Connect with The Esther Project : Website: https://estherprojectsaves.org (estherprojectsaves.org) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estherprojsaves/ (@EstherProjSaves) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves) Twitter: https://twitter.com/EstherProjSaves (@EstherProjSaves)