The Love Life team in Upland, CA is celebrating life in a big way by hosting five baby showers in the first five months of 2025 for moms who chose life. Among these courageous women, two have already surrendered their lives to Jesus.
One of those incredible stories unfolded on early this month at Calvary Chapel Chino Hills.
A young mother, who was single, struggling, and without family support, went to the Riverside Planned Parenthood, believing abortion was her only option. But God had another plan. The Love Life Sidewalk Outreach team met her, prayed for her, and connected her to Denise Plummer, the Upland Mentor Director.
Denise and the Love Life team walked alongside Mama A, supporting her through uncertainty and fear. At times, she pulled away. But they remained steadfast, reminding her that she was not alone.
When her baby shower day arrived, she was overwhelmed, not just by the generous gifts, but by the love poured out by the church. The joy of the moment was bittersweet. She realized no one from her family had come. However, the women of the church embraced her and became the family she didn’t have.
They shared the Gospel, the story of Jesus’ sacrifice and His love for her. Mama A hesitated. “I’m not worthy,” she admitted, weighed down by her past.
But they spoke truth: None of us are worthy. That’s why we need a Savior.
Through tears, Mama A surrendered her life to Jesus that day. As the women prayed over her, a deeper transformation took place. It was a new beginning, not just for her baby but for her soul.
Later, she told Denise, “I’m very grateful and appreciative for everything that was done for the baby. And I know all of this comes from the Lord. I am grateful for all the love.”
And the work continues. With three showers completed, two more remain in April and May. Each one presents an opportunity to pour out love and support for these moms choosing life.
Five showers in five months. Five babies welcomed with love. Five women choosing life and encountering the love of Christ.
This is the Church being the hands and feet of Jesus. And this is happening through His Church all over the nation, as believers rise up to support moms, babies, and families in need.