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Great care has been given to each detail of the garden. It is on the premises of a U-pick lavender farm with breath taking views of Mt. Hood and Mt Adams. Benches line the edges of the garden and are inscribed with the phrases; "you are loved, you are accepted, you are forgiven, you are treasured." The Garden of Hope has and will continue to touch many lives. Abortion Recovery bible studies have ended their programs with a service of remembrance for the babies at the garden. Pastors and counselors send individuals to the garden for a private time of healing and closure. |
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| There are posts in the garden that are adorned with engraved plaques. This provides the parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends etc. the opportunity to feel close to and remember the little ones. Some of the existing plaques read, “Until we meet at Jesus’ feet”, “Remembered with joy in the mourning”, “Our Father’s love is forever”, “Until I hold you in Heaven”. Many people who have little ones in Heaven have a certain time of the year that is most difficult. Having a place to come, to feel close to their little one, and to soak in the feelings of grace, mercy, and peace is very healing. |
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 The Heart Of A Parent  |
| God has made us in such a way that children are forever written on our hearts. The parent who has lost a child will forever carry feelings for their little one. When a child is lost through early death or stillbirth – they usually have been given a name. When a child has been lost through miscarriage or abortion, often times they have not been given a name. In fact in many cases, they have not even been thought of as a “child” yet. Having a name for the child helps a grieving parent focus on the feelings they have for them. Focus is required in order to process the feelings, mourn the loss, and move on. Not to forget the child – but to accept the loss and look forward to being with them again someday. Many people – as they begin to be restored by God after their loss, or newfound awareness of their loss, choose to name their baby. As part of the grieving process, they seek to visualize their child and give them significance by selecting just the right name.
“Our prayer is that we can offer some comfort to you as you remember the little ones forever written on your hearts.” |
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"Through His redemptive work and resurrection power, Jesus delights to bring us healing. Many people of all backgrounds may bring their needs and their pasts to this place for meditation and prayer. Here they can give honor and recognition to precious children, and to the God who is their Creator and ours.” – Randy Alcorn |
 You Are Loved |
 You Are Accepted |
 You Are Forgiven |
 You Are Treasured |
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