Mohn's Hill Church, Reading PA

Mohn’s Hill Church & Mercy Crisis Pregnancy Center

Mercy Community Crisis Pregnancy Center began in 1989 when a group of Christians from the greater Reading area formed a Steering Committee to develop a ministry that would offer practical alternatives to abortion for women and men facing an unplanned pregnancy.

In 1990, Mercy opened a small office staffed by volunteers. An average of 15 clients per month received services at that time. Currently, the number of clients receiving services averages 40 - 50 per week. While volunteers continue to fill a vital role in the ministry, Mercy employs staff members consisting of the Executive Director, Events Coordinator, and Administrative Assistant.

Individuals, churches, businesses and fundraising events provide the financial resources necessary. Fundraising events serve as a vital source of income and are held throughout the year. Mercy CCPC does NOT receive government funds, does not bill insurance companies for services rendered, and is not a United Way agency. All services offered to the community free of charge regardless of income, race, religion, and marital status.

Mercy CCPC provides the following services:

• Free Self-Administered Pregnancy Test
• Confidential Volunteer Peer Counseling
• Education - Abstinence, Prenatal, Parenting, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Abortion
• Supplies - Maternity & Baby Clothing, Diapers, Formula, Strollers
• Referrals - Prenatal / Medical Care, Adoption, Food, Housing / Maternity Home, WIC, Church

Individuals and/or families opting for abortion are welcome to return to Mercy CCPC to talk with a volunteer and/or to participate in a post abortion support group (Bible Study).

The most important aspect of Mercy is the opportunity they have, with each client, to present the gospel of Jesus Christ. What a blessing! The majority of their clients have NEVER heard the gospel. Realizing the forgiveness and restoration of God in hearts and lives is the very foundation of this ministry.

Mohn's Hill and its congregation invests in the ministry of Mercy CCPC. Mohn's Hill supports them with fundraising events, such as the "baby bottle drive". This fundraising event provides the congregation of Mohn's Hill  the opportunity to fill a baby bottle with loose change, cash, or checks. The proceeds are donated directly to Mercy. By doing this, Mohn's Hill is answering the challange set before us by God. The challenge: reaching out with His love, mercy, hope, and forgiveness to those who are facing an unplanned pregnancy as well as individuals and families who have experienced the pain of abortion. Faithful prayers and continued financial support are greatly appreciated. Thank you for joining hands with us in this ministry of mercy.

Mercy Community Crisis Pregnancy Center
105 South 5th Street
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 376-0828
http://www.mercypregnancycenter.org