October 2017
IFI Faith Family and Freedom Fall Banquet with Lt. Col. Allen West
Join hundreds of pro-family warriors for the Annual Illinois Family Institute Faith, Family and Freedom Fall Banquet with Lt. Col. Allen West -- one of the great conservative spokespersons of our time. He firmly believes inspiring hope for this generation and those to come is critical to our nation’s future. He is a decorated veteran, an author, and was a conservative leader in Congress. Currently he contributes to Fox News, works with the London Center for Policy Research, writes for various…
Find out more »November 2017
500: The Protestant Reformation
The annual Defenders Conference will be hosted at the Compass Church at their Bolingbrook campus. IFI has had a presence at this event for many years. This year, join theologians, historians, philosophers, and apologists as we commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.
Find out more »Visionary Parenting: God’s Grand Vision for the Home
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. The souls of our children are our most important Great Commission calling. Join Rob Rienow for this special seminar; helping you as parents with tools, tips and resources to encourage and equip you for this mission. When: Friday, November 10, 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Garden Room at ECRC…
Find out more »A&M Partnership Annual Banquet with Michele Bachmann
The Abstinence & Marriage Education Partnership exists to ensure that every teenager in the country has the opportunity to hear a clearly reasoned, positive presentation on the benefits of abstinence until marriage and instruction on preparing for a healthy future marriage. Each year we hold one special event to provide an update on our progress and to provide an opportunity for new friends to partner with us in this critical work. This year, we are pleased to welcome a strong…
Find out more »SALT Summit 2017
SALT Summit is an event where the Body of Christ comes together to discuss and plan on how to deal with issues that facing our society, culture and nation. These are typically things that individual churches don't have time to address thourouly on Sundays. Leaders from all over the region are coming together to plan, pray and discuss Kingdom solutions to the worlds problems. The purpose of SALT Summit is to develop a self-awareness within Christians that will cause him…
Find out more »Birth of Christ Lights Up State Capitol
On Tuesday, November 28th, 2017, the Springfield Nativity Scene Committee will again host a display depicting the birth of Jesus Christ. For the tenth year in a row, the crèche will stand in the center of the State Capitol Rotunda Building located at South 2nd Street & East Capitol Avenue in Springfield, Illinois. The Committee's primary goal is to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The secondary goal is to inform the public and media…
Find out more »December 2017
Understanding the Constitution with Nick Adams
Come to The Heartland Institute to learn about the history and significance of the U.S. Constitution. Best-selling author and Fox News commentator Nick Adams will host a lively and informative discussion about constitutional rights. In schools across the country, students are not being taught foundational principles such as federalism, checks and balances, and separation of powers. Instead, most students are taught the Constitution is a “living” document that needs to be constantly updated and reinterpreted. Another alarming trend in academia…
Find out more »January 2018
Visionary Marriage Date Night with Rob and Amy Rienow
Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your marriage! Rob and Amy Rienow will share about their marriage journey and most importantly the Scriptures that have transformed their relationship. Please share this invitation with your friends. Visionary Marriage Date Night Featuring Rob & Amy Rienow Friday, January 12, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Holiday Inn in Carol Stream - for directions click here Desserts and coffee will be provided. There is no cost but registration is required RSVP to tracie@gfc1.org Learn…
Find out more »March for Life Chicago
Join thousands at March for Life Chicago 2018 as we come together from across Chicago, the Midwest and the U.S. to defend, protect and celebrate LIFE! Sunday, January 14, 2018 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Location: Federal Plaza, 50 W. Adams St., Chicago, IL Speakers: To Be Announced Hosted by the March for Life Chicago Committee This is a free event. General information here. Download our flyer here! Marching in peace through the streets of Chicago, we are an annual public event…
Find out more »Educational Policy Conference 2018
The Educational Policy Conference (EPC) is about informing, engaging, enabling America to restore truth, morality, rule of law locally in the schools, home, and community and nationally at the federal level. We are bringing together over 28 speakers from across the U.S. at our 29th annual EPC conference, hosted by The Constitutional Coalition, January 25-27, 2018. Our top experts will address legislators, teachers, school board members, parents and members of the community who are committed to the restoration of our country.…
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