And a child shall lead them: an abandoned infant inspires a parish to turn beliefs into action
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When an infant was left at a Catholic Church in Watertown, CT, in Nov 1991, the church community was spurred to act. The community discussed ways in which desperate mothers-to-be could he helped, and a crisis pregnancy center was opened. Many lives have been changed, including those of volunteers.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1996
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Gifts ahoy! One couple inspires the Christmas spirit of an entire community
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The spirit of gift-giving at Christmas is exemplified by one couple's selfless donations to needy children and families. The couple, who live on a Coast Guard air station, rallied their neighbors and coworkers to donate many toys and items of clothing.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1996
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Rising from the ashes: my husband and three children were taken from me in a few fiery seconds; still, I found that life goes on
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A woman who lost her family in a car accident with a tractor-trailer describes how she overcame debilitating physical and emotional injuries to marry again and start a new family.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1997
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