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“Project Rachel is a diocesan-based network of specially trained priests, religious, counselors, and laypersons who provide a team response of care for those suffering in the aftermath of abortion. In addition to referring for Sacramental Reconciliation, the ministry provides an integrated network of services, including pastoral counseling, support groups, retreats and referrals to licensed mental health professionals.”-USCCB

YOU ARE HERE FOR A REASON.

WHAT IS THAT REASON?

AND WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?

Listen to the Diocese of Evansville Project Rachel radio spot

CONFIDENTIAL HELP AFTER ABORTION
(812) 483-7812
OR email
projectrachel@evdio.org

CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION
ALL INQUIRIES ARE CONFIDENTIAL
A MINISTRY OF THE DIOCESE OF EVANSVILLE

Would you like one of our trained Project Rachel staff to reach out to you?

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Rachel's Vineyard

Rachel's Vineyard is a safe place to renew, rebuild and redeem hearts broken by abortion. Weekend retreats offer you a supportive, confidential and non-judgmental environment where women and men can express, release and reconcile painful post-abortive emotions to begin the process of restoration, renewal and healing.
www.rachelsvineyard.org/

Entering Canaan

The Entering Canaan Ministry is a multifaceted program consisting of retreat days, weekend retreats, monthly gathering groups and special retreats. Like the journey of the Israelites to the Promised Land, Entering Canaan accompanies those who are wounded from the pain of abortion to the mercy, forgiveness and love of God, and addresses the spiritual, psychological and emotional aspects of abortion.
www.enteringcanaan.com/home

GENERAL RESOURCES ON POST ABORTION HEALING:

Web-based healing resources
@ProjectRachel
Hope After Abortion
The Unchoice
Abortion Changes You
The Elliot Institute
Lumina
PATH
Rachel's Vineyard
Healing Hidden Hurts

www.HopeAfterAbortion.org and
www.EsperanzaPosAborto.org

888-456-HOPE (4673)

Books and Brochures

After Abortion: God Offers
Forgiveness, Healing & Hope
English Spanish

No One Told Me I Could Cry
by Connie Nikiel

Forgiven and Set Free
by Linda Cohrane

A Solitary Sorrow
by Terry & Paul Reisser

Her Choice to Heal
by Synda Masse

Men and Abortion:
Finding Healing, Restoring Hope
English

Healing a Father's Heart
by Linda Cochrane &
Kathy Jones

"The Hollow Men"
Male Grief and Trauma
Following Abortion
English Spanish

“Do not give in to discouragement and do not lose hope...
If you have not already done so, give yourselves over with humility and trust to repentance.
The Father of mercies is ready to give you his forgiveness and his peace in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.”

-Saint John Paul II, The Gospel of Life

PROJECT RACHEL

Volunteer Application Form
Catholic Diocese of Evansville

Thank you for reaching out to the Diocese of Evansville to volunteer for the Project Rachel Ministry. We thank you for your time. Please know that we will reply as soon as possible to discuss your interests. In the meantime, please begin with prayer that God will bless this ministry in the Diocese.

This Information Sheet will only be seen by the Leadership Committee and will remain otherwise CONFIDENTIAL.

This application is very thorough because Project Rachel addresses psychologically, physically, and spiritually complex issues in the lives of those who seek this ministry. We hope you understand and we look forward to speaking with you!

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments, need assistance filling out this application, or would like to discuss your answers in person, please reach out to Eric Girten at egirten@evdio.org or call at 812-424-5536.

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In what areas of the Project Rachel ministry are you interested? (Choose all that apply) *

Prayer Team: Daily prayer for the program, teams, women and men in need of healing, and end to abortion. Phone Ministry Team: Answering the dedicated phone line (alternating) 8:30-4:30 M-F. Counseling Team: Must be a licensed Therapist in the State of Indiana. May include individual referrals or expertise during events. Priest Team: May include individual referral of post abortion women and men in need of Reconciliation or assistance during an event. Event Action Team: This is a group of individuals who will work as a team to host days of healing periodically. Event Preparation Team: Prepares location for events by ensuring a hospitable environment including chairs, tables, decorations, food, beverages, other Religious: Includes Deacons or sisters who wish to provide additional spiritual support and guidance to this ministry Parish or Deanery Liaison: Ensures communication between the Project Rachel team and parish leaders or other local groups Marketing: Includes parish and community awareness of program and events. Administrative Assistance: May include material printing, note taking, information gathering Other I would like to support this program financially

My Parish is: *

It is strongly recommended/necessary that Project Rachel volunteers attend Mass at least weekly (Sunday Obligation), utilize the Sacrament of Reconciliation frequently and have a sustained personal prayer life. Do you feel this describes your current faith practice? *

What Days are you available to volunteer in the Project Rachel ministry? *

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

What hours of the Day are you able to volunteer? *

Morning Afternoon Evening Night

How many hours per week do you feel you can give to the Project Rachel ministry? *

Please list any background/experience you have in abortion healing ministry: *

Please list any official courses or training you have in abortion healing ministry: *

Other ministries in which you are currently involved? *

Is there anything else you would like to tell us about yourself? *

Please place a check next to all that apply to you. *

HS Diploma or GED 2 Year Associate Degree or 4 Year Bachelor Degree Masters Level Degree PhD

Have you experienced a prior pregnancy loss? *

If you have experienced a prior pregnancy loss, have you received help/healing? *

How have you felt the Holy Spirit calling you to abortion healing ministry? *

I understand the Diocese of Evansville may request a background check and training in youth protection to ensure the highest level of integrity of the Project Rachel ministry in the Diocese of Evansville. *

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​YOU ARE HERE FOR A REASON. WHAT IS THAT REASON? ​​ AND WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?​