Dear Friends,
This Sunday, January 18, 2026, churches across the nation will observe Sanctity of Human Life Sunday — a day set aside to joyfully affirm that every human life is a precious gift from God, created in His image and worthy of protection and love from the moment of conception to natural death.
Scripture reminds us of God’s intimate care for each life:
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” — Psalm 139:13–14
Every church community has the privilege of standing for life — not only by speaking truth, but by extending compassion, hope, and practical support to women and families facing difficult decisions.
God Is Moving — Lives Are Being Saved
As we begin 2026, we are already witnessing God’s hand at work in powerful ways.
So far this month, Abortion Free New Mexico’s sidewalk outreach teams have helped three mothers choose life for their babies. These moments are why our teams remain faithful, prayerful, and present.
Here are a few glimpses of what God has done:
• A New Mexico couple encountered our volunteers praying outside an abortion facility. After seeing the love and peace of those praying, they came back out and shared that they had chosen life for their baby.
• A woman who traveled from Texas arrived in Albuquerque seeking an abortion. Initially overwhelmed and resigned, she spoke with one of our mentors who lovingly shared the truth about abortion’s harm to women, God’s design for life, and the hope found in obedience to Him. She was assured she would not be judged, but supported. Within minutes, she returned with a smile, called for a ride back to the airport, and chose to keep her baby. She left with an Embrace Grace Love Box and ongoing support.
• Another mother reached out on a Saturday, hoping for a free ultrasound. Although local pregnancy centers were closed, she returned to her home state — and soon after shared that she had decided to keep her baby.
These are not statistics.
These are mothers, babies, and families forever changed.
Join Us in Honoring Life
On this Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, we invite you to partner with us — through prayer, service, or a financial gift — as we continue to stand in the gap for women and children in New Mexico.
Your support allows our teams to be present, prepared, and compassionate — offering truth, prayer, and tangible help at the moment it matters most.
Thank you for standing for life and for being part of what God is doing through Abortion Free New Mexico.
With gratitude and hope,
Bud & Tara Shaver
New Mexico’s Pro-Life Missionary Family
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