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Project Rachel

- Through the Project Rachel Ministry, the Diocese of Portland offers hope, understanding, and healing to women and men whose lives have been affected by abortion. We do this through developing tools for parish leaders, hosting a Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Weekend, and compiling other resources to help each person become a source of compassion and healing for those impacted by abortion.
- Get Connected
  
  To begin a confidential conversation about your abortion experience and how Project Rachel can accompany you through your struggle, please leave a confidential message by:
  Calling 207-321-7897
  Emailing [email protected]
  Submitting this confidential online form
  A member of the Project Rachel team will return your message within a few days, usually in the evening or on the weekend.
- Rachel's Vineyard Retreat Weekend
  
  The annual Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Weekend, held each spring, is experiential, Scripture-based, and non-judgmental, with no more than eight participants.The retreat location is not publicized to provide a safe place for participants.
  
  Anyone personally affected by an abortion, including women, men, relatives, and former abortion workers, is welcome.
  
  The retreat includes two overnights and four meals. While the retreat is organized by the Catholic Church, participants do not need to be Catholic to register for the weekend and are welcome to the healing offered through the experience.
  
  Click here to fill out a confidential online interest form, and someone from the Project Rachel team will call you to discuss if the retreat is a good fit for you at this time. You can also call 207-321-7897 or email [email protected] to learn more.
- Resources
  
  L.O.V.E. Approach™ for what to do when a friend is considering abortion
  Rachelsvineyard.org for further information about the weekend retreats, helpful resources there and comments from some retreat participants
  HopeAfterAbortion.com resources and information through the national Project Rachel Ministry
  How to Talk to a Friend Who's Had an Abortion
  Zoe: A Women's Center provides post abortion emotional and spiritual support for both men and women.
  The national Project Rachel website has parish resources and information, including suggestions on how to talk with someone who has had an abortion. You may also call their nationwide toll-free number at 888-456-HOPE (4673) during regular business hours (Eastern Time Zone) to speak with someone at the national office.
  National Suicide and Crisis Hotline call 988
  "The Language of Compassion" is a presentation that assists parishes and groups in exploring ways to minister to those who are post-abortive. Call 207-321-7897 or email [email protected] to request more information.
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