Defending Homeschooling

Defending Homeschooling

David Smith, Executive Director of Illinois Family Institute speaks out on HB 2827 on Fox News.  Watch the passionate interview here!

Defending Families

Defending Families

“Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.”

~Phil. 2:4

Equipping The Body of Christ

Equipping The Body of Christ

“You are the light of the world… Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

~Matt. 5:14-16

Religious Liberty

Religious Liberty

An individual’s civil rights of religious liberty and freedom of conscience should be affirmed and free from government interference.

Prayer Bulletin for May 2026
We are in a spiritual battle. Families are under attack. Truth is under attack. Children are under attack. The answer isn't apathy; it is prayer, repentance, and faithful action. We need to turn to God and seek His forgiveness and mercy. Please join us as we pray for Illinois and our nation. We pray this prayer guide will encourage and strengthen your faith.
By David E. Smith   |   05.20.26
Latest Articles
Homeschoolers Are Normal, But Their Opponents Are Not
The battle isn't really about homeschooling. It's about who ultimately has authority over children: parents or the state? Once government gains power to bypass parents, every family should pay attention. Apparently moms and dads are now viewed as the problem.
By Oliver Perry   |   05.20.26
What Home Ownership and Marriage Have in Common
Marriage and home ownership have something important in common: both require commitment, sacrifice, long-term thinking, and a willingness to build something bigger than yourself. Strong families create strong communities; and strong communities build a stronger nation.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   05.19.26
Legislative Update for the Week of May 18, 2026
Tick. Tock. Springfield’s clock is running out, and lawmakers are pushing controversial bills in the final days of session. More bureaucracy. Less parental authority. More red flags for Illinois families. Stay informed and take action.
By David Curtin   |   05.18.26
Oppose HB 4606: New Moms Need Community, Not Assessment
Families and communities once cared for new mothers. Now government wants to take their place. Illinois HB 4606 would send state home-visiting programs into homes with newborns. Parents, family, and close friends — not bureaucrats — should guide those first precious months.
By Bethany Bachman   |   05.18.26
Whistleblower: CIA Buried COVID Lab-Leak Findings
The same government that told Americans to "trust the experts" is now facing allegations that insiders buried conclusions and manipulated findings on COVID origins. A constitutional republic requires oversight—not blind trust. Transparency matters. Accountability matters. Americans deserve answers.
By Thomas Hampson   |   05.18.26
Make Speech Clean Again
Want to help Make Speech Clean Again? In a culture drowning in profanity, insults, gossip, and verbal filth, Christians should speak differently. Our words matter — and they should reflect truth, grace, wisdom, and the character of Christ.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   05.16.26
Unsingling Summer 2026
Tired of dating apps and dead-end swiping? Christian singles across Chicagoland are finding something better: real fellowship, intentional connections, and a Christ-centered path toward marriage. Maybe it’s time to try “Unsingling.”
By Jenna Smith   |   05.15.26
Homeschool Freedom Directory
Parents are waking up to the failures and ideological indoctrination happening in government schools. Homeschooling continues to grow because moms and dads want truth, safety, academic excellence, and a biblical worldview for their children.
05.14.26
See No Evil
More than 330,000 unaccompanied migrant children have reportedly gone missing after being released through the federal system — despite billions in taxpayer funding meant to protect them. Bureaucratic failures, NGO stonewalling, and a lack of accountability have fueled what may be one of the greatest child exploitation scandals in modern American history.
By Thomas Hampson   |   05.14.26
Psychedelics May Be Next
Illinois lawmakers legalized marijuana in 2020, and the state now has more than 275 dispensaries. Now some lawmakers want to legalize more mind-altering substances: psychedelics, including “magic mushrooms.”
By Kathy Valente   |   05.13.26
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