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2011-03-17T10:26:00.000-07:00

LOVE SEX TRUTH

2011-03-17T10:16:00.000-07:00

We are excited to announce the LOVE SEX TRUTH event that is coming to Hutchinson on Friday, April 15, 2011! Our speaker will be Pam Stenzel, an internationally known speaker who tackles today's tough issues of sex with candor, insight, and humor. This event is FREE, and will especially target youth in the 6th - 12th grades. However, it is open for ANYONE, including parents, teachers, and youth leaders. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and pizza (2 free slices/person) will be available. There will also be drinks for purchase. A drawing for an iPod Touch will be held at the beginning of the presentation, which will begin at 7:00 p.m. This event will be held at the Sports Arena, 720 E. 11th, in Hutchinson. Make plans to join us there!!

Just For Dads

2010-11-11T14:56:00.001-08:00

Open Door is starting a program to work with boyfriends, husbands, and dads. You can come in with your partner, and meet with a guy who will listen to you and be there for you. This post is written by one of our guy volunteers, Chris.

As you are reading this, there is a good chance that I am either on my way to a prenatal doctor's visit, on a late night craving run, or massaging the back of an expectant mother. You see, my wife is 32 weeks along with our first child, a girl we have named Maggie.

I'd be lying if I told you I wasn't a little nervous. I struggle to remember to feed the dog; I prefer to sleep in on my days off; and I can't braid hair. But so far the excitement and joy far outweighs the apprehension.

We've begun taking childcare classes at the hospital; we have regular check ups with our doctor, and we have an incredible support network among our family, friends, and our church home.

I am deeply aware of how blessed we are. Not every first time parent shares the same resources that we have been given. Not every first time father is excited about the prospect of raising a child; not every first time mother has a spouse who is present or attends classes.

That is why Open Door PCC is so vital to our community. Here at Open Door, mother's can discover support, father's can find answers, and families have a place to become more whole.

Please feel free to come and check us out! We'd love to visit with you!

COMING EVENTS

2010-08-19T15:25:00.000-07:00

These next few months are going to be busy!! First of all, we have a Dedication & Open House at the Center's new location--315 W. 1st in Hutchinson--on Sunday, August 29, from 2-4p.m. The dedication will be at 2 p.m., and then it will be a come and go time of touring the building, meeting the staff and volunteers, and having refreshments. We hope to see you there!!

In September, we will be at the State Fair in Hutchinson, so stop by our booth in the Meadowlark Building, and say Hi! You can also donate money for a ticket to win a baby quilt. (See right)

Then on October 14, we have our Fall Fundraising Banquet at the Grand Prairie Hotel & Convention Center in Hutchinson. It will be a great evening of hearing what God has been doing at the Center, and being challenged by Kirk Walden to support the work. If you would like to host a table, or attend the banquet, please give us a call at 620-728-2229!

MOVING!!!

2010-07-01T09:42:00.000-07:00

We are moving July 17 to 315 W. 1st. We will be closed from July 19-24 to get everything set up and in order. We will reopen on July 26. Come see us at our new location!

Moving!!

2010-03-25T11:41:00.000-07:00

WOW! We have an awesome God! That's all we can say! Last summer, we looked at a different building that we thought would work well for Open Door, but we didn't have the money to buy it, and didn't want to go into debt. So we prayed about it. We were ready to start a building campaign, when some friends came to the Center and gave us a large donation to go towards the building. The Board decided to make an offer of that amount--even thought it was $30,000 less than the listing price. The sellers accepted the offer!! So we will be looking at moving in the next month or so to 315 W. 1st! We are excited!! And we praise God!

Christmas Memories

2009-12-22T08:30:00.000-08:00

What kind of memories does Christmas bring you? Spending time with family and friends, sharing gifts, and enjoying special food? Or maybe, your memories are painful--losing a loved one, broken relationships, or going hungry. Whatever your memories, the most important thing about Christmas is the gift God gave us--his son, Jesus. God used a young girl with an unplanned pregnancy, a poor family, and a helpless baby to bring about His plan--salvation for the world. Jesus came to bring HOPE for everyone, no matter what you are facing in life. Please know that we are here to help you through whatever situation you find yourself in. Give us a call (620-728-2229), drop an email (opendoorpcc@gmail.com), or stop by (24 W. 4th, Hutchinson, KS). Praying you will have a blessed Christmas!!

5K Run/1.25 Family Walk/Run

2009-10-28T07:08:00.000-07:00

Do you like to run? Then join us for the 1st Annual 5K Race. It will be held Saturday, November 7 at Rice Park in Hutchinson, KS, and will begin at 9 a.m. The top male and female winner in 5 different age categories will receive prizes. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the shelter in the southeast corner of Rice Park. The entry fee is $10.00 by October 31, and $15.00 after that. For a registration form, call Open Door at 620-728-2229. There will also be a 1.25 Family Walk/Run which will begin at 10 a.m. The entry fee for the Walk is $5.00 by October 31, or $10.00 after that. A bake sale will also be held, with all proceeds to benefit Open Door. If you have any questions, call us at the Center. Come join us for some exercise and a great day!

Welcome to the Open Door Blog!

2009-10-01T14:48:00.000-07:00

Welcome. We are so glad you stopped by! Just a bit about who we are--Open Door Pregnancy Care Center is a place to come when you don't know where else to go. Maybe you are facing the possibility of pregnancy, or are struggling with your parenting. Maybe you have had an abortion, and are dealing with feelings about that. Or maybe life is just difficult right now. Whatever your need, we want to be here for you! We offer free pregnancy tests, material aid, parenting help, limited ultrasounds, post abortion counseling, and most of all a listening ear and a caring heart. We want to offer you HOPE--for today and for the future!

Our Center is located at 24 W. 4th Ave. in Hutchinson, KS. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email us at opendoorpcc@gmail.com. Or you can call us at 620-728-2229. We are open Monday-Thursday from 9-5.

And remember, "For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. " Jeremiah 29:11