Ballard considers Sparrow's Nest a ministry, a mission to which she has been called. But He impresses us in our hearts, which some define as a call. She said the name Sparrow's Nest just came into her mind. So I began to investigate and to network with other maternity homes as to how this could become a reality. I learned there were many resources available that would help provide for all of the components of this plan.
Labels cause people to put up walls, but 'ministry' allows people to become involved.
This is about ministry, not issues. Ballard is under no illusions about the task involved in establishing such a home. I knew I needed an attorney to find out what are the legal ramifications, and Robert Smith, a local attorney, agreed to give me the legal guidance. It's like God has put these people in place. I'm simultaneously getting educated about what steps to take to open the doors.