Newman offers pro-life message at Life Center event
On Tuesday, Dr. Marc Newman was guest speaker at an event for The Life Center.
Dr. Newman is a very demanding communication trainer, pro-life apologist, banquet speaker and author of a new book, Contenders: A Church-wide Strategy to Unmask Abortion, Defeat Its Advocates, Empower Christians, and Change the World.
He is the president of Speaker For Life, which is a training firm which trains pro-life advocates nationwide with public speaking skills; as well as the CEO of Speechramp, a company working to change the way colleges and universities teach public speaking.
Marc is the former Director Of Speech and Debate at the University of California at Irvine, and taught the doctoral program in the School of Communication and the Arts at Regent University. He has appeared in Time magazine and Fox News.
His book Contenders suggests a relationship between philosophy, church, and practicality for those who want to begin or readjust their strategy to further pro-life. Marc says he only provides “straightforward, compelling, and persuasive arguments.” He states his writing is “well researched,” and wants to show people how we can play a unique and vital role in creating a seismic societal shift toward life. Newman says abortion only exists with consent of a sleeping church. Contenders' goal is to
provide readers with intellectual ammunition to rebut arguments of those who would justify abortion.
According to Newman, there have been more than 60 million abortions in the United State since 1973. He supports The Life Center, whose professionals work to respect you, your body, and your choices. The Life Center offers information on a variety of subjects, including pregnancy symptoms, abortion, adoption, parenting, STI/STDS, and sexual health.
The Life Center is a non-profit, faith-based alternative to abortion. It teaches sexual wellness in three different areas of outreach: teaching about the different sexual risk, helping both men and women throughout pregnancy, and healing through restoration.
The Life Center has many different locations in Midland, Andrews, Odessa, and at 1801 S. Main St. in Big Spring.
According to The Life Center, it upholds and promotes the value of human life at every stage of existence and development. They support mothers and fathers, promote sexual wellness, and offer common educational tools, spiritual support, and help men and women choose, enjoy, and nurture healthy relationships. All services are free and confidential.
Services offered include:
Pregnancy testing — An advocate will assess how to best meet your needs. A urine pregnancy test may be administered. Following the assessment, you will receive educational information.
Nurse consult — a registered nurse will discuss your health and prenatal nutrition with you.
Limited Ultrasound — based on nurse's assessment, an ultrasound may be scheduled.
Prenatal Classes/ Parenting Education — they have a variety of classes available to prepare you and your partner for parenting, and advocate, equip and support individuals with parenting and communication tips to build a healthy family. They offer a Baby Boutique, which is where moms and dads who participate in the educational programs earn free baby items that include baby and maternity supplies, clothing, equipment, and more.
Adoption Information and Referrals — if you choose adoption they will help you by providing you with information and referrals.
Material Assistance — diapers, wipes, formula, gently used maternity and baby clothes as well as other baby items are free for children up to 36 months.
M.A.R.Y Mentoring — a discipleship program in which young moms ages 15-23 can receive help to grow physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
D.A.D. U — a program that helps equip fathers with tools and education to make good decisions for their families and themselves for life.
All In — a class that equips individuals with the tools for building successful relationships.
Keep Calm and Thrive On — a class to help manage stress, anger, and conflict.
One-on-one mentoring — available by appointment only.
The Life Center will also provide the resources and referrals for treating sexual addiction, abuse, grief, and depression. The Life Center is there for anyone in need help, or even to provide someone who will simply listen to you and help point you in the right direction for caring and loving support.
The Life Center in Big Spring is located at 1801 S Main St. Hours of operation are: Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 432-606-5041 for more information.