WELCOME TO CHRISTA'S CORNER!

Welcome to Christa’s Corner — a space where faith meets compassion and purpose fuels action. Here, you’ll find heartfelt reflections, audio messages, and encouraging insights centered on my passion for serving teen moms and strengthening our community through the love of Christ.

This page offers more than words — it offers perspective, wisdom, and spiritual encouragement for anyone who believes in walking alongside young mothers with grace, dignity, and practical support. Through personal thoughts, biblical encouragement, and real-life inspiration, I’ll share the heart behind the mission and the faith that sustains it.

Whether you’re a supporter, mentor, volunteer, or a young mom seeking hope, we invite you to read, listen, reflect, and be inspired to grow deeper in faith and stronger in service.

Stay awhile. There’s something here for you.

Here's a little about me...

I am the Founder and CEO of Teen Mother Choices International (TMCI), a faith-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering teen and young mothers through life-skills education, mentorship, and strong community support systems. For more than three decades, I have worked to develop sustainable, collaborative programs that help young families move toward stability, confidence, and long-term success.

My work began in 1984 with Youth for Christ’s Youth Guidance Program, where I served troubled and abused teenage girls. In 1987, after recognizing significant gaps in services for teen mothers who chose to parent, I conducted a feasibility study that led to the launch of Teen Mother Choices in 1989. What started as a small church-based program serving 12 young moms has since expanded to multiple locations and grown into an international training organization that equips churches, schools, and community partners to effectively serve young mothers in their own communities.

In addition to leading TMCI, I co-founded the Committee on Pregnant and Parenting Teens in Arlington Heights to strengthen cross-sector collaboration, authored a 365-day devotional created specifically for teen moms, and have been featured nationally, including on MTV’s 16 and Pregnant. I remain committed to building partnerships and systems that create measurable, lasting outcomes for young mothers and their children.

RADIO

"Consider This"

Consider This is a monthly segment on Moody Radio featuring original commentaries written and recorded by Christa March. Each episode brings a calm, hope-filled lens to the headlines, everyday life, and the choices we’re all navigating—inviting listeners to slow down, think biblically, and respond with wisdom and grace. Concise and conversational, Consider This aims to encourage, clarify, and point hearts back to what’s true.

Click below to expand and listen.

I Thought You Christians Didn't Like Us

I’m Christa March with Teen Mother Choices.

Consider this …

At her very first Teen Mother Choices meeting, a young mom asked me, “Does your pastor know we’re here? I thought you Christians weren’t supposed to like us teen moms.”

I was speechless.

Not because of what she said, but because she believed it. Somewhere along the way, many teen moms have received the message that the church is a place of judgment instead of grace. They assume Christians see them as mistakes rather than people. They expect criticism before compassion. And honestly, that should break our hearts.

Jesus never pushed broken people away. He moved toward them. He sat with them, listened to them, loved them, and offered them hope.

My prayer is that Teen Mom Choices reflects the heart of Jesus—a place where young moms are seen, valued, loved, and reminded that their story is not over.

To learn more about Teen Mother Choices, visit our website at teenmotherchoices.org.
If I Don't Accept Jesus

I’m Christa March with Teen Mother Choices.

Consider this …

A teen mom once asked me a question that has stayed with me ever since:

“If I never accept your Jesus, will you still care about me?”

My answer was simple: Yes.

I care for teen moms because of the love Jesus has shown me. His love reached me when I was broken, undeserving, and in need of grace. Because He loved me first, I am called to love others—not only those who believe as I do, but everyone He places in my path.

Of course, I desire for every young mom to know the hope, forgiveness, and new life found in Christ. But my care is not conditional upon her response. Jesus loved people before they followed Him, and He calls us to do the same.

So yes, whether a teen mom accepts Jesus or not, I will still care, still serve, and still love—because that’s what Jesus has done for me.

To learn more about Teen Mother Choices, visit our website at teenmotherchoices.org.
TMC is my family

I’m Christa March with Teen Mother Choices.

Consider this …

A teen mom once said to me:

“Teen Mother Choices has become my family.”

When believers invest their time, encouragement, and resources into the lives of teen moms and their children, something remarkable happens. These young women begin to see God’s love in action.

The early church was known for loving one another so deeply that the world took notice. Teen moms today need to see that same kind of love. When the church becomes that kind of family, teen moms don’t just hear about Jesus—they see what He looks like.

What about your church? Could you envision your church being the family to teen moms in your community?

To learn more about Teen Mother Choices, visit our website at teenmotherchoices.org
Using God's Name Correctly

I’m Christa March with Teen Mother Choices.

Consider this …
One of the most misunderstood commandments is, “Do not take the Lord’s name in vain.” Most people reduce it to profanity, but Scripture points to something deeper. To carry God’s name means to represent Him. So when we wear the label “Christian” but live in ways that look nothing like Jesus, we misuse His name.

It’s possible to sing worship on Sunday and ignore compassion on Monday. To quote Scripture publicly while privately living with pride, dishonesty, or unforgiveness. That’s taking His name in vain — claiming His identity without reflecting His character.

Jesus never called us to simply say His name. He called us to live like Him. Christianity was never meant to be a title we wear; it’s a life we surrender.

To learn more about Teen Mother Choices, visit our website at teenmotherchoices.org
Is there Sin in our Camp?

I’m Christa March with Teen Mother Choices.

Consider this …
Joshua 7 opens with a shocking moment in Israel’s history. After the victory at Jericho, Israel was defeated by the tiny city of Ai. Joshua was confused and broken before God, but the Lord revealed the real issue: “Israel has sinned.” One man, Achan, secretly took what God had forbidden, and his hidden sin affected the entire camp.

God’s call to Joshua was clear: consecrate yourselves. Before victory could return, sin had to be exposed and removed.

As believers today, we cannot ignore conviction from the Holy Spirit while expecting spiritual growth.

The question Joshua 7 asks each of us is simple: Is there sin in our camp? If so, expose it and repent. Only then will we see true spiritual growth.

To learn more about Teen Mother Choices, visit our website at teenmotherchoices.org
I am Barabbas (Easter)

“I’m Christa March with Teen Mother Choices.

Consider this …
Barabbas. That name should’ve been a footnote in history; a criminal, guilty, and condemned. And yet on the first Easter weekend, Barabbas walks free, because Jesus takes his place.

I am Barabbas, not because I’ve committed the same crimes, but because I know what it is to be guilty and condemned. And then, astonishingly, Jesus is treated like the rebel, so the real rebel can go free.

That’s what the cross means to me: substitution. Mercy, I didn’t earn and freedom I couldn’t buy.

And Jesus’ resurrection seals it. Easter Sunday declares that the One who took my place also broke the power of sin and death. Jesus didn’t just spare my life. He redeemed it.

To learn more about Teen Mother Choices, visit our website at teenmotherchoices.org”
Hope Has a Name

“I’m Christa March, with Teen Mother Choices.

Consider this …
I’m a sixteen-year-old girl, and in four weeks, I’m going to be someone’s mom.

I’m scared. I’m scared of labor and scared of messing up. Some nights I lie awake, and my mind won’t stop racing! What happens if I can’t do this?

And then… there’s Jesus. A steady voice in the panic that says, “You are not alone. You and your baby are loved. I am still here.” When everything feels like it’s falling apart, He’s the only One who doesn’t turn away.

And He doesn’t just send comfort from far away, He sends His people. Someone who sits with me without judging. Someone who brings groceries, rides, diapers, prayer. Someone who looks me in the eye and reminds me: Hope has a name, and His name is Jesus.

To learn more about Teen Mother Choices, visit our website at teenmotherchoices.org”
Ravens are Unclean

“I’m Christa March, with Teen Mother Choices.

Consider this …
In 1 Kings 17:2–5, Elijah is in a dangerous situation. There’s a drought coming, the king is angry, and resources are drying up fast. Then God speaks with a plan that honestly sounds impossible! He says, “Go hide by the brook… and I have commanded ravens to feed you there.” Ravens aren’t the kind of creature you’d expect to deliver meals. They’re wild. Unreliable. And most amazingly of all, Elijah knew that Ravens were considered “unclean” animals!

But that’s the point. God doesn’t need ideal conditions to keep His promises. He’s not limited by what looks logical, likely, or “proper.” If He can use ravens to sustain Elijah, He can use anything to provide, guide, and accomplish His will.

To learn more about Teen Mother Choices, visit our website at teenmotherchoices.org”
His Peace
Glad Heart
Content goes here ..
55 Minutes
The Fields are White for Harvest
Content goes here ..
Taking Back the Land
Naaman, a Man Like Us
Hospitality is a Command
The Tribe of Issachar
The 5 Life Roles of a Teen Mom
Proverbs 18:15
Mentors Mary and Elizabeth

WELCOME TO CHRISTA'S CORNER!

Here's a little about me...

RADIO

"Consider This"

Click below to expand and listen.

I Thought You Christians Didn't Like Us

If I Don't Accept Jesus

TMC is my family

Using God's Name Correctly

Is there Sin in our Camp?

I am Barabbas (Easter)

Hope Has a Name

Ravens are Unclean

His Peace

Glad Heart

55 Minutes

The Fields are White for Harvest

Taking Back the Land

Naaman, a Man Like Us

Hospitality is a Command

The Tribe of Issachar

The 5 Life Roles of a Teen Mom

Proverbs 18:15

Mentors Mary and Elizabeth