Upcoming Pro-life Events
also see the facebook page Prevail
and
https://pvm.archchicago.org/human-dignity-solidarity/respect-life-chastity-education/events
For Opportunities to Pray and Witness at Chicagoland area abortion clinics
including Planned Parenthood in Aurora
See the Vigil Schedule tab
including Planned Parenthood in Aurora
See the Vigil Schedule tab
JANUARY
March for Life Chicago See the website for all weekend events
March for Life Chicago Bus Trip from St. Theresa - see the March for Life Chicago page under the events tab for more information and seat reservation form
Rockford Walk for Life http://proliferockford.com/walk
Join us for the second annual Rockford Walk for Life!
Rockford Federal Courthouse:
327 S. Church Street, Rockford, 61101
We will begin with a rally and then walk several blocks past the State of Illinois building, and back to the Federal Courthouse to conclude in prayer.
Saturday, Jan. , 5:00 pm - Memorial Mass and Prayer Service for the Unborn at St. Theresa in Palatine (455 N. Benton). There will be a special pro-life homily during the mass. Immediately following the mass, the lights will be dimmed and 108 candles will be carried lovingly to the altar. Each candle is a personal memorial for one specific child who lost his or her life to abortion that day in Illinois. If you would like to volunteer to be the bearer of a candle, please contact Maria [email protected]. The service will close with prayer and 108 seconds of silence to symbolize the 108 voices silenced that day in Illinois alone. Please join us and invite your friends.
March for Life DC Pilgrimage sponsored by the Archdiocese of Chicago. March for Life DC is on Friday, Jan. 21.
For more information. https://pvm.archchicago.org/human-dignity-solidarity/respect-life-chastity-education/events
https://marchforlife.org/
March for Life Chicago Bus Trip from St. Theresa - see the March for Life Chicago page under the events tab for more information and seat reservation form
Rockford Walk for Life http://proliferockford.com/walk
Join us for the second annual Rockford Walk for Life!
Rockford Federal Courthouse:
327 S. Church Street, Rockford, 61101
We will begin with a rally and then walk several blocks past the State of Illinois building, and back to the Federal Courthouse to conclude in prayer.
Saturday, Jan. , 5:00 pm - Memorial Mass and Prayer Service for the Unborn at St. Theresa in Palatine (455 N. Benton). There will be a special pro-life homily during the mass. Immediately following the mass, the lights will be dimmed and 108 candles will be carried lovingly to the altar. Each candle is a personal memorial for one specific child who lost his or her life to abortion that day in Illinois. If you would like to volunteer to be the bearer of a candle, please contact Maria [email protected]. The service will close with prayer and 108 seconds of silence to symbolize the 108 voices silenced that day in Illinois alone. Please join us and invite your friends.
March for Life DC Pilgrimage sponsored by the Archdiocese of Chicago. March for Life DC is on Friday, Jan. 21.
For more information. https://pvm.archchicago.org/human-dignity-solidarity/respect-life-chastity-education/events
https://marchforlife.org/
February
Saturday, TBD, 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm - "Bowling for Babies" fundraiser in Streamwood to benefit TLC Pregnancy Services. The event is at Streamwood Bowl, 1232 E. Irving Park Rd. Each bowler is asked to raise at least $50 in pledges for 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, pop, and a door prize entry! It's a great way to have fun while supporting a worthy cause. To register for the event and download a pledge sheet visit our website at tlcpregnancyservices.com/upcoming-events/ or call our office at (847)622-1235.
Saturday, TBD, 1-3:30 pm - 35th Annual Life Banquet Luncheon for the Women's Center (Avalon Banquets in Elk Grove). Guest Speaker: Dr. William Lile, a pro-life OB/GYN and leader in the field of RU486 reversal procedures. Emcee: Stephanie Trussell, Chicago Talk Show host personality on 560 AM WIND. Get tickets here.
40 Days for Life Worldwide Campaign to End Abortion. Be part of the dynamic campaign to end abortion through prayer, fasting, and standing vigil at an abortion clinic during these 40 days. Sign up to receive daily emails during the 40 days to focus your prayer and inspire you with stories of lives saved at the clinics. www.40daysforlife.com.
SpeakOut Illinois Conference in Oak Brook at Drury Lane. This unique conference brings together pro-lifers from around the state for a morning of education and networking. Representatives from 40 different pro-life organizations will be there to help you get more involved. Doors open at 8:00 am. Full breakfast at 9:00. [email protected]. Questions? Call Ann 773-777-2900.
Saturday, TBD, 1-3:30 pm - 35th Annual Life Banquet Luncheon for the Women's Center (Avalon Banquets in Elk Grove). Guest Speaker: Dr. William Lile, a pro-life OB/GYN and leader in the field of RU486 reversal procedures. Emcee: Stephanie Trussell, Chicago Talk Show host personality on 560 AM WIND. Get tickets here.
40 Days for Life Worldwide Campaign to End Abortion. Be part of the dynamic campaign to end abortion through prayer, fasting, and standing vigil at an abortion clinic during these 40 days. Sign up to receive daily emails during the 40 days to focus your prayer and inspire you with stories of lives saved at the clinics. www.40daysforlife.com.
SpeakOut Illinois Conference in Oak Brook at Drury Lane. This unique conference brings together pro-lifers from around the state for a morning of education and networking. Representatives from 40 different pro-life organizations will be there to help you get more involved. Doors open at 8:00 am. Full breakfast at 9:00. [email protected]. Questions? Call Ann 773-777-2900.
MARCH
April
Friday, 4/15, 10:00 am - Good Friday Stations of the Cross at Advantage Health Care abortion mill in Wood Dale (203 E. Irving Park Rd.). As you remember the day Jesus sacrificed His life for you, please join us at this death mill where so many innocent babies have been and will be sacrificed. Parking available on Oak Street, the side street to the west of the clinic. For more info. 847-651-4877. For other locations: www.prolifeaction.org
Friday, April 29th, 2022 Illinois Right to Life - 53rd Annual Leaders for Life Banquet
Cocktail Hour: 6:00-7:00pm Dinner & Program: 7:00pm
The Carlisle 435 E. Butterfield Rd., Lombard, IL 60148
We are excited to announce Dennis Prager, co-founder of PragerU, as our keynote speaker this year!
illinoisrighttolife.org/Banquet/
Candlelight Vigil for National Planned Parenthood Protest
WHEN: Saturday, date TBD
TIME: 6:00 pm
WHERE: Aurora Planned Parenthood and Hundreds of Planned Parenthood locations nationwide
WEBSITE: https://prolifeaction.org/event/
FIND LOCATIONS: http://protestpp.com/locations/
Wednesday, TBD - Life Advocacy Day in Springfield, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Friday, April 29th, 2022 Illinois Right to Life - 53rd Annual Leaders for Life Banquet
Cocktail Hour: 6:00-7:00pm Dinner & Program: 7:00pm
The Carlisle 435 E. Butterfield Rd., Lombard, IL 60148
We are excited to announce Dennis Prager, co-founder of PragerU, as our keynote speaker this year!
illinoisrighttolife.org/Banquet/
Candlelight Vigil for National Planned Parenthood Protest
WHEN: Saturday, date TBD
TIME: 6:00 pm
WHERE: Aurora Planned Parenthood and Hundreds of Planned Parenthood locations nationwide
WEBSITE: https://prolifeaction.org/event/
FIND LOCATIONS: http://protestpp.com/locations/
Wednesday, TBD - Life Advocacy Day in Springfield, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Chicago.
May
*Thursday, TBD - Gala to benefit TLC Pregnancy Services:
https://tlcpregnancyservices.com/
https://tlcpregnancyservices.com/
- For questions call 847-622-1235 and ask for Mary.
June
** Friday, TBD - Pro-Life Bridge Overpass Witness. On National Pro-Life Bridges Day, teams of just 5 pro-lifers take to highway overpasses during morning or evening rush hour with banners reading "Abortion takes a human life." This initiative brings the message to thousands of people driving down busy highways. Find out how to take part in a wintess at Pro Life Action League: https://prolifeaction.org/
** Saturday, date TBD- Caring Network Walk for LIFE
Begins at 8:00 am with breakfast at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church. 107 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL 60191 OR be a virtual walker by encouraging friends and family to donate online.
See details at the website or call 630-493-1340 https://caringnetwork.com/walk/
** Saturday, date TBD- Caring Network Walk for LIFE
Begins at 8:00 am with breakfast at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church. 107 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL 60191 OR be a virtual walker by encouraging friends and family to donate online.
See details at the website or call 630-493-1340 https://caringnetwork.com/walk/
July
* "Face the Truth Tour," Friday - Saturday,TBD, locations all across Chicago and suburbs. Check with the Pro-Life Action League's website for all dates and locations. To participate all you need to do is show up to one of the locations and stand in prayer holding one of the provided signs of either a beautiful unborn baby or one showing a victim of abortion. We need many helpers to open the eyes of the community.
- Northwest Suburbs
- 9:00 -10:30 am Lake Zurich @ Rand and Main St.
- 11:30am - 1:00pm Palatine @ Rand and Dundee Rd.
- 3:00 - 4:30 pm Arlington Heights @ Rand and Arlington Heights Rd. NorthWest Families for Life will be this location. Park in the parking lot near Game Stop.
august
**** Monday, TBD - Little Sisters of the Poor "Swing and a Prayer" Golf Outing in North Barrington (Wynstone Golf Club). 10:30 - Registration and lunch. 12:00 - Shot gun start. 5:30 - Cocktails and Hors d' oeuvres. 6:00 Dinner and Awards presentation. 4 Hole-In-One prizes, Longest drive and Closest to the Pin Winners. More info and registration: www.swingandaprayer.com
** Saturday, TBD - Project Love's Annual Rise and Dine Benefit Breakfast and Silent Auction in Lisle (Hilton, 3003 Corporate West Dr, Lisle). Project Love is the charitable outreach of Illinois Right to Life. Its mission is to support pregnant women and new mothers in a financial crisis by providing grants for rent, utility bills, or other necessitates. Tickets: $50 adults; student discount, $20 children 3-11. More info here.
** Saturday TBD - Annual Priceless Garage Sale in Arlington Heights (303 N. Hickory) to benefit the Pro-Life Action League, the Women’s Center, the Well of Mercy (Fr. McGivney Center a home for women in crisis pregnancies), Catholic Charities, and St. Vincent DePaul Society. Goods are not priced - instead donations are accepted. The buyer puts what they consider a “fair” price in the charity of their choice’s collection bin. You can help in 3 ways: Help set up the sale or work on the day of the sale, Donate new or used goods, Shop the sale on Saturday, Sept 21 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. For questions or to donate goods, contact Marybeth 847-392-5506 or [email protected]
** Saturday, TBD- "Celebrate the Harvest" 5K Walk/Run to benefit TLC Pregnancy Services in Elgin. Meet in Lords Park (100 Oakwood Blvd.) at the East Shelter. Silent Auction, Food, Raffle Prizes, Face Painting, and more! Entry Fee: $30 for adult, $15 for child.More information here or call Jennifer: 847-622-1234.
** Saturday, TBD - 5K Walk/Wiffle for Life to benefit the Women's Center in Caldwell Woods, Chicago (Devon and Milwaukee). 5K walk and Wiffle Ball tournament complete with trophies. Participants will receive T-shirts, snacks, picnic lunch and a chance to win fun prizes. For info: www.gotwc.org/ or 773-794-8807.
** Wednesday, TBD 5:30 pm Reception, 6:30 Dinner and Program - Aid for Women Annual Benefit dinner in Chicago (Union League Club, 65 W. Jackson Blvd.) Keynote speaker: Obianuju Ekeocha. Praesidium Vitae Award: David and Margaret Bereit. Click here for tickets and more info. or 312-621-1107.
** Thursday, TBD, 6:30 pm - Informed Choices Annual Banquet in Kildeer (Concorde Banquets, 20922 N. Rand Rd.). www.friendsofIC.com or 847-231-4652. $25 per person. RSVP by Sept. 16.
September
** Saturday, Sept. 10 - Annual National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children.
** Saturday, Sept. 25, 5K Walk to benefit the Women’s Center
** Wednesday, Sept 22 through Oct. 31, 2021 – “40 Days for Life” This worldwide campaign to end abortion consists of prayer, fasting, peaceful vigil, and community outreach. To be part of this dynamic movement:
- The Pro-Life Action League sponsors this special day to remember the children lost to abortion by holding prayer services at gravesites of our aborted brothers and sisters and at memorials dedicated to their memory.
- Locations in Illinois: Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, 2:00 pm; St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park, 1:00 pm; Resurrection Cemetery, Romeoville, 1:00 pm.
- Click here for more information, locations, and times.
** Saturday, Sept. 25, 5K Walk to benefit the Women’s Center
- Register here: https://gotwc.org/events/
** Wednesday, Sept 22 through Oct. 31, 2021 – “40 Days for Life” This worldwide campaign to end abortion consists of prayer, fasting, peaceful vigil, and community outreach. To be part of this dynamic movement:
- Pray daily for an end to abortion. Join your voice with millions of others crying out to God. Receive daily email devotionals and updates by signing up at www.40daysforlife.com .
- Fast for 40 days as a form of physical prayer as a sacrifice for the unborn. You can sacrifice a certain food, drink, TV, computer, etc. as a way to focus yourself on God.
- Join a peaceful prayer vigil for any length of time. Vigils are in Waukegan, Chicago, Downers Grove, Aurora, and Flossmoor. Find the location nearest you at www.40daysforlife.com.
- Ask others to join you in prayer and fasting for an end to abortion in our country.
October
** Now until Oct. 31 - “40 Days for Life” This worldwide campaign to end abortion consists of prayer, fasting, peaceful vigil, and community outreach. To be part of this dynamic movement:
** Sunday, Oct. 2, Various times (see below), Life Chain
** Saturday, Oct. 8, 1:00 pm - NorthWest Families March for Life in Palatine
** Saturday, October 15, noon – Public Square Rosary Crusade.
** TBD, 7:00 pm - Caring Network Annual Banquet
- Pray daily for an end to abortion. Join your voice with millions of others crying out to God. Receive daily email devotionals and updates by signing up at www.40daysforlife.com .
- Fast for 40 days as a form of physical prayer as a sacrifice for the unborn. You can sacrifice a certain food, drink, TV, computer, etc. as a way to focus yourself on God.
- Join a peaceful prayer vigil for any length of time. Vigils are in Chicago, Downers Grove, and Aurora. Find the location nearest you at www.40daysforlife.com.
- Ask others to join you in prayer and fasting for an end to abortion in our country.
** Sunday, Oct. 2, Various times (see below), Life Chain
- Annually, on the first Sunday in October, LIFE CHAIN invites people to stand on a public sidewalk and pray, while holding a pro-life sign. There are several locations:
- Wood Dale, Advantage Clinic, 203 E. Irving Park Rd. 2:00 – 3:00 pm
- Mundelein, Rt. 45 (Lake) at Courtland, 1:30 – 3:00 pm
- Hanover Park, Irving Park Rd at East Ave, 2:30 – 4:00 pm
- Libertyville, St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1:30 - 3:00 pm
- Look online for contact names, numbers and for more sites near you! www.lifechain.org
** Saturday, Oct. 8, 1:00 pm - NorthWest Families March for Life in Palatine
- Meet at St. Theresa Palatine (455 N. Benton) in the gym for inspirational speakers and sponsors display tables.
- We will spread out down Northwest Hwy on both sides bearing joyful witness to the sanctity of all human life, every age and every stage.
- At 2:45 pm, we will meet back in the gym for food and fellowship.
** Saturday, October 15, noon – Public Square Rosary Crusade.
- Come pray for our country in front of St. Joseph’s Home on Northwest Highway in Palatine (80 Northwest Hwy, near Plum Grove Rd.) as part of a nationwide crusade taking place in more than 8000 locations across America all on the same day at the same time!
- For more information click here.
** TBD, 7:00 pm - Caring Network Annual Banquet
- The live event will be at Drury Lane Oak Brook, but there will also be a livestream event.
- Keynote speaker:
- We will also hear stories from Caring Network clients and a special message.
- Register here: www.caringnetwork.com/annual-banquet/
November
Friday TBD - Illinois Right to Life Action Annual Banquet in Lombard. Keynote speaker: Former Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas . https://illinoisrighttolifeaction.org/ActionBanquet/
december
"Peace in the Womb" Christmas Caroling on the sidewalk in front of three suburban abortion facilities
No need to RSVP. Come for any amount of time you are able to sacrifice for the women and babies.
Read about a baby saved during Pro-Life Action League's very first "Peace in the Womb" caroling tour here.
Share this event on Facebook from the NorthWest Families for Life page here.
- Friday, Dec. 17, 9:30 am - 10:30 am - Downers Grove - Access Health Center - 1700 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516 Contact Laura 847-651-4877
- Saturday 12/18, 11 am - Advantage in Wood Dale (CLOSED!) - 203 E. Irving Park Rd.
*Part of Pro-Life Action League's tour - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 9:30 am - 10:30 am - Des Plaines - American Women's - 110 S River Rd Ste 7, Des Plaines, IL 60016 Contact Maria [email protected]
- Thursday, Dec. 23, 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Skokie - Carafem Concourse Office Plaza 4711 Golf Rd, Skokie, Illinois 60076 Contact Claudia 847-924-9089
No need to RSVP. Come for any amount of time you are able to sacrifice for the women and babies.
Read about a baby saved during Pro-Life Action League's very first "Peace in the Womb" caroling tour here.
Share this event on Facebook from the NorthWest Families for Life page here.
