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After the Choice Ministry (ATC) is a program in the Diocese of Oakland's Respect Life branch of the Office for Life and Justice. The ministry collaborates with the Diocese of Stockton to offer a range of programs and services for men and women in need of healing.
ATC provides the following services:
- 1-888-HOPE-790 Hotline. This hotline is posted in the diocesan directory, and printed cards are also available for clergy and lay leaders. Those wanting to call the hotline can also call 510-485-2574.
- Rachel's Vineyard Retreat Weekends. Rachel's Vineyard is a national post-abortion healing ministry that provides powerful weekend retreats. The Diocese of Oakland sponsors two Rachel's Vineyard retreats in English and two in Spanish each year.
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testimonies
If hesitant about taking part in some of the opportunities our ministry offers, we invite you to consider the following reflections by those who have participated in Rachel's Vineyard retreats.
From Immaculate Heart Radio
Read Rosemary's Story
Lee la historia de RosemaryFrom Our Bay Area Programs
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Rachel's vineyardDue to the current pandemic conditions, the Diocese of Oakland will not hold Rachel Vineyard Retreats this year.For after abortion and miscarriage support services please consider contacting:Real Options Obria Medical ClinicsFor more information please call or emailat 408.837.0990 or hope@realoptions.net.
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Contact Us
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Cristina Hernándezchernandezoakdiocese.orgCoordinator, Office for Life and Justice
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Gloria Maldonadoafterthechoiceoakdioadmin.orgCoordinator, Rachel's Vineyard Retreat
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Marc McKimmeymmckimmeycceb.orgCoordinator, CRS/CCHD
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Meg Bowermanmegbowermangmail.comCoordinator, JustFaith Ministries - Volunteer
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Patrick Shandonaypatrick.j.shandonaygmail.comCoordinator, CRS Ethical Trade Ministry - Volunteer
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Chaplain Richard Denoixrdenoixoakdiocese.orgCoordinator, Detention Ministry
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