PCC hosts brunch and shares theme for 2026

The Pregnancy Center of Coshocton’s theme for 2026 is "Shining a light in the darkness."

“We want to focus on the light we can bring to people,” said Becky Armstrong, executive director.

She revealed the theme during the PCC’s annual church leaders' brunch Feb. 26.

“Our clients’ darkness could be broken marriages, strained relationships or emotional exhaustion. We will make sure our wicks are trimmed, our light is bright and our volunteers let the light of Christ shine through them,” Armstrong said.

The PCC was started in 1990. It is a faith-based organization that exists to protect the unborn, promote life and family according to God’s design, and provide needed resources and support.

For the past six months, the PCC has been in its new location at 511 Walnut St. in Coshocton, but they aren’t done growing yet. One new goal for 2026 is training an education coordinator to meet with students and discuss abstinence and good choices. They also will have limited ultrasound services and want to reach the rural areas of the community and expand visibility without compromising the Gospel. More volunteers are always welcome to help the center reach its goals.

“Our youngest volunteer is 7, and our oldest is 78,” Armstrong said. “Age doesn’t matter. If you want to serve at the pregnancy center, we can find a spot for you.”

To learn more about how you, your organization or church can support the Pregnancy Center of Coshocton, visit www.pregnancycenterofcoshocton.com/ or call 740-622-3808.

“It’s not just about providing things like diapers,” said Karen Mizer, volunteer. “Yes, we meet their needs, but it’s also about relationships. We listen to their stories. I love my job. This is where God put me.”

Clients are offered prayer and a Bible, but they do not have to accept. Armstrong did share that in 2025 they had 184 client visits, and prayer was accepted 159 times.

The Pregnancy Center of Coshocton is open from 5-7 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month and from 10 a.m. to noon Friday.