At the invitation of Valerie Hill, Executive Director of California's south bay Community Pregnancy Centers (CPC), I shared the story of how God used CPC's "HOPE" retreats to bring forgiveness and healing for my past abortion. This event provided an opportunity for CPC's supporters to learn of the ministry's current vision as well countless victories over the past year, along with real-life stories of courage, hope, and life! I had the privilege of sharing my own story of the miraculous manner God chose to reveal to me that I had been forgiven for an abortion I had as a teenager. It is such a joy to be a part of this ministry!