The truth was too shameful, and the feelings were too painful. So, Mark and Marti locked up their teenage secret in a box never to be opened. But as Christ so lovingly does, he has been gently opening the box and letting his light in. The effect has been beauty and healing in the most unlikely place. In this episode of Breaking Bread, Mark and Marti Teubel share their post-abortion story.

Show notes:

• Post-abortive care includes caring for the living victims of abortion – Mom and Dad.

• Many moms and dads carry the wounds of loss, regret and shame for decades after their abortion.

• The unique pain that moms and dads carry is the hindered ability to grieve loss and heartache in their families. They erroneously tell themselves, "I can't grieve this loss because I caused that loss." Or "This pain is retribution for my actions."

• Abortion influences how moms and dads parent. They desperately want to prove that they are "good" parents.

• Good post-abortive care is available. Deeper Still is one such resource.

• • Deeper Still | find freedom from your abortion wounded heart

• Learn more about the Haven Retreat mentioned in the podcast at the link below.

• • Home | HAVEN Retreats