Curing Misconceptions About Abortion

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“Thank you for clearing it up, because there were a lot of misconceptions I had about abortion.” – Travis, Eastern Kentucky University
Bystanders see what abortion does to the preborn babies on our JumboTron TV while they overhear our conversations.
Travis first said he was kind of indifferent on the issue of abortion. I was able to share some information with him, and ask if he had any questions. 

“I think you’re really starting to clear up everything about it… you covered it pretty good.” 
As we shook hands and he walked away, he said: 
“Thank you for clearing it up, because there were a lot of misconceptions I had about abortion.” 
My colleague Sam winsomely draws protesters in conversation everywhere we go – he’s like a magnet for our opposition – and they listen!

This month I joined our travelling team on the road in Kentucky for three days, and had some great conversations. I know many of you are not able to join us during an outreach, so I wanted to share with you some of these interactions. 

 In another conversation with a student named Ryan, I explained how we know our differences, like our size, or level of development doesn’t matter, but if they did than there can be no human equality. 
He responded: 
“That’s fair. I feel what you’re saying.” 

 Another student took a pamphlet after chatting for a while and said:
“Thanks for all the info, it was really enlightening.”
Bystanders see what abortion does to the preborn babies on our JumboTron TV while they overhear our conversations.

But one of my favorite conversations was with Nick. 

“I just wanted to thank you for your time and for your information … I actually had to do a double take on that picture right there [a sign showing a 15-week aborted baby]. I kind of stopped and backed up, and yeah, it’s a crime. It’s pretty messed up… …I’m very appreciative of your time and now I’m kind of expanding my view. My view point is a little bit broader, so I wanted to thank you for that.” - Nick


A crowd of students gathered around me to listen in and ask questions as I engaged a couple protesters in dialogue.
“I challenge each of you to ask yourself if you hold a consistent view of human equality. Do you believe all humans should get the most basic human right to live, or should only humans like us, only born humans?” I asked them.

I am excited for the work the Lord has brought my way, and pray that I can continue this vital life-saving work. 
This year I am working to reach my monthly financial goal for 2017, and I am almost there! 
Will you help me? 
I only need 5 more people giving $57/month, or 15 people giving $19/month! Your gifts are all tax-deductible.

Thank you so much for your generosity, I pray the Lord richly bless you. =) 
There are 2 ways to donate: Click HERE then enter your gift amount in the bar marked “for Rachel Burkey” so your donation will go to me. Or send a check to: 
PO Box 360502 Columbus, OH 43236. 

Make checks out to “Created Equal” and put my name in the memo line. THANK YOU!

Signing off, 
Rachel 😊


P.S. Calling all High School and College students:
Applications for our Spring Justice Ride are now open! Click HERE or watch the above video for an inside look at a what a day on our Justice Ride looks like, and Click HERE to go to our Justice Ride website.
Join us March 10 - 18, 2018 to be a part of changing minds and hearts this spring. 

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