Resources For Pastors:
Next Step isn’t just for unplanned or unprepared pregnancy within the community at large—we’re here for your congregation and those you minister to. The best part? Many of these resources come at no extra cost to you.
Training.
Are there topics you feel ill equipped to cover? Would you like to deepen your own toolkit?
BrightTraining: Self paced teaching built to equip YOU with meaningful conversations on hard topics like Abuse, Trauma, Shame, Abortion, Sexual Health, etc…
Curriculum.
Do you want access to high quality videos that will assist deeper conversations with those desiring pastoral care or discipleship? We’ve got you covered!
BrightCourse - Robust online curriculum for pregnancy, parenting, and life in general. (Link: Full list of available courses - contact us for access!)
The Legacy Institute - This special Pastor’s Portal offers timely insights to help you effectively engage today’s culture on issues such as: Marriage, Family, Abortion, Gender, Pornography, etc…
Group Studies.
Courageously Pro-Life: How are we, as believers, supposed to act on our pro-life beliefs if we don't know what that fully means? [12 week study]
Making Life Disciples: A foundational training that allows your church to begin a holistic, gospel-centered approach to caring for the abortion-vulnerable. [12 week study]
These study guides must be purchased. Contact us for our discount code.
Grief and Loss.
Grieving after Abortion, Pregnancy Loss or Infant loss requires a very special approach. Contact us to discuss using these resources or having a Next Step team member facilitate any of these excellent resources:
Walking Together Through Loss by Care Net Center Insights Blog offers guidance for churches on compassionately supporting individuals grieving pregnancy and infant loss, emphasizing empathy, long-term care, and faith-based resources.
A Time to Heal By Susan V. Ficht
A Time To Heal offers you powerful tools for healing from the losses and hurts in your life.
Surrendering the Secret By Patricia Layton
Surrendering the Secret is a faith-based healing ministry that helps women and men find freedom and restoration after abortion through a supportive, Bible-centered study.
Support after Abortion
Provides compassionate, research-based support and healing resources for individuals impacted by abortion. We highly recommend post abortive care to be supported by a trained facilitator because of the delicate nature.
We would be honored to offer space for a group to meet at our center. Call us and we can make a plan to meet this need!
Ambassador.
Nominate an Ambassador from your congregation to do the legwork of connecting your church with Next Step programs and resources. We will route our communications through your ambassador - taking something off your plate!
Firm Foundations.
Do you have compassionate women in your church who want to support single mothers/families? We offer training and materials to start this ministry offering long-term, transformative support for the women we serve. These groups foster relationships, practical help, and a true sense of belonging—essential for lasting change.
Other.
Check out our other resources listed on the Connect page!
-For Church Members
-For Parents
-For Maternal Health
-For Fathers
-Life Affirming Publications