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.

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 Rosemary 

From Our Bay Area Programs

Participant testimonies