Abortion Clinics Close, Re-Open as Pro-Life Centers
by Josh Montez

In the early ‘90’s there were more than 2,000 abortion clinics in America. Today there are a less than 750.

From retiring abortionists to women simply choosing life, abortion clinics are closing their doors and some pro-life groups are working to re-open them as pro-life centers. But, redeeming an abortion clinic means tearing down a few walls. When Central Women’s Services in downtown Wichita closed, Troy Newman of Operation Rescue purchased it, then gutted the building.

“We’re thrilled by the prospect of being in this building – having a chapel here where women can come and even mourn the loss of their baby.”

He wants to build a prayer garden behind the building so women can leave flowers for the babies they lost to an abortion. Next door to the clinic is a pregnancy resource center called A Better Choice. Director, Vallarie Eads, reflects on the journey that resulted in restoration. the rest