No More Whispering: Abortion & Church Culture — The Recipe for Restoration

Goodbye Guilt and ShameSeason 2 | Mini Series 2 | Episode 5No More Whispering: Abortion and Church Culture — The Recipe for RestorationHosts: Jess Layne & Autumn SmithEpisode DescriptionIn this final episode of No More Whispering, Jess and Autumn bring together the conversations from the entire series and ask an important question: What does a healthy, life-giving church culture actually look like?This conversation moves beyond ideas and into action—exploring the ingredients that create safe spaces where people feel seen, supported, and valued. Jess and Autumn discuss practical ways churches can show up for individuals and families navigating unexpected pregnancy, abortion recovery, miscarriage, grief, and single parenting.This episode also highlights trusted organizations and resources available for healing and support because no one should have to walk through these experiences alone.Resources MentionedAbortion Recovery & HealingSupport After AbortionConnects women and men impacted by abortion with healing resources and support groups. Offers both faith-based and secular options.Deeper StillFree confidential healing retreats for women and men impacted by abortion. Jess and Dan personally shared their experience attending one of these retreats.An Even PlaceOnline faith-based support groups designed to help women process grief, shame, and healing after abortion.Pregnancy Loss & Grief SupportRestored Nation — In His ArmsPrivate healing sessions for individuals and couples processing:MiscarriageInfant lossPregnancy griefI Am SeenProvides care boxes and grief resources for families experiencing miscarriage and infant loss.Single Parent SupportRestored Nation — Strong MomsA support community for single mothers designed to provide:CommunityEncouragementPrayerPractical supportResources for daily lifeBooks & Additional ResourcesUnmasked — by Jim AndersonTopics include:God's design for sexualityRelationshipsMasculinity and femininityHealing and restorationCreating healthy church cultureSexuality UnmaskedAdditional recommended book:The Heart of a WomanConnect With UsQuestions? Need support? Want help finding resources in your area?Email: [email protected] and connect with Goodbye Guilt and Shame on social media."A culture of life is more than a belief. It's the way we show up for people."Until next time, we're Jess Layne and Autumn Smith reminding you that today can and will be better than yesterday.