February 2020
Local Parents Organize to Protect Students from LGBTQ Curriculum Mandate
On August 9, 2019, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Illinois House Bill 246 into law. It states that as of this coming July 1st, “In public schools only, the teaching of History shall include the study of the roles and contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in the history of this country and this state.”
Find out more »40 Days for Life Spring 2020
Join other pro-life prayer warriors in the annual 40 Days For Life campaign to pray and fast to end abortion! This year's winter/spring vigil begins on February 26th and ends 40 days later on April 5th.
Find out more »Not So Perfect Mom with Amy Rienow
Many moms feel pressure and guilt from chasing perfection. The list of items on the “I should be a mom who” list is endless! Striving for perfection has a significant effect on the relationships moms are trying to nurture in their homes. Amy Rienow offers encouragement and hope to build healthy relationships with your kids, parenting them well and with joy. She will give practical reminders that will help you embrace each day and make real heart-connections with your children.
Find out more »SpeakOut Illinois Conference 2020
SpeakOut Illinois is the state's premiere pro-life conference, sponsored by an amazing group of pro-life and pro-family groups from across the state. At SpeakOut Illinois 2020 you can learn about the various groups working in our state, meet and collaborate with fellow pro-lifers, and get energized for the coming year. This year's conference will feature keynote speaker Mary-Louise Hengesbaugh of Girls' Health First. Pastor Ceasar LeFlore will receive the Henry Hyde Life Leadership Award.
Find out more »March 2020
Visionary Parenting & Grandparenting
Parenting can be a challenge but the souls of our children are our most important Great Commission calling. God has entrusted you with children for a reason. The biblical purpose of parenting is to do all in our power to impress the hearts of our children with a love for God. Join Rob Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries for a workshop from 4-6 P.M. on how to make disciples in the next generation whether you are a parent or grandparent.
Find out more »Tech, Faith, & Family Seminar
Your student lives in a world surrounded and infused by technology. Communication is instant. Friendships take place “online” sometimes even more than in “real life.”
This “connected” world brings new opportunities and new dangers. How do we navigate these together as a family?
Find out more »IFI Worldview Event: Thinking Biblically About Our Corrosive Culture
IFI is hosting our annual Illinois Family Institute Worldview on Saturday, March 7th at the Village Church of Barrington. This year’s conference features Dr. Michael Brown and Dr. Rob Gagnon.
Find out more »Visionary Parenting & Grandparenting Seminar
God blessed you with children for a reason. Come and discover it! Catch a vision for the spiritual life of your family; Create a less chaotic and more peaceful home; Pass faith and character to your children; Practice effective Biblical discipline; Win the hearts of your children.
Find out more »Pastoral Prayer Gathering
We are asking for all pastors in Illinois to please join us for this prayer gathering at the Illinois Capital. This is a time to come together as one body to pray for our elected officials and for transformation of our state.
Find out more »Springfield Iron Sharpens Iron 2020
The Mission of the IRON SHARPENS IRON Conference Network is to mobilize regional ministries to resource local churches with a first class one-day equipping conference that is specifically designed for men (age 13 and older). We are excited to have Kenny Luck & Jammal Williams joining us in Springfield for the 2020 conference!
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