Rachel Mackenzie: How God freed me from the pain of abortion
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Rachel Mackenzie grew up surrounded by abuse and dysfunction. As a teenager, she underwent her first abortion, and a second in her early twenties left her unable to conceive again. But through the prayers of her mother and an encounter with God, today, she leads Rachel's Vineyard UK, helping others find hope. So how did her journey unfold? Rachel joined Mal Pope to share her story
Released on 3 Sep 2026
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