LIFE

March for Life

Throughout the year members of our council participate in Right to Life Marches at our state capitol and in local communities.  This year our council participated in the  March for Life on March21st.

Right to Life march at state capitol Springfield, IL

Special Olypmics

Each fall our council collects donations for local groups that assist people with Intellectual Disabilities.  Most of the funds raised during this event is donated to the regional Special Olympics committee.  Our members have also volunteered at local Special Olympic events providing manpower to run the event.

Sir Knight Jerry Kapp Honored at Thrive Dinner

On March 18th, Sir Knight Jerry Kapp was honored by Thrive, Inc for all of the work he does for 40 Days for Life and sidewalk counseling.

Rosary to end abortion

The second Saturday of each month, our Knights meet to pray the Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary to bring an end to abortion in our country and the world.

October – April we meet at St. Mary Catholic Church in Edwardsville, 1802 Madison Ave at 9:00 am.

May – September we pray outside the abortion clinic in Granite City, Il. at 9:00 am.

If you can be with us in person, be with us in spirit and pray the rosary at that time wherever you are.

Pregnancy Center Support

Over the years our council has raised funds to support  ThriVe Metro East and A Beacon of Light Pregnancy Help Center.

ThriVe Metor East has a team of medical staff and advocates that are ready to walk with you step-by-step. All services are no cost and will be kept confidential. Schedule an appointment today. Get care & support fast. No cost appointments. No insurance needed.

A Beacon of Light (ABL) Pregnancy Help Center is a life-affirming pregnancy resource center providing services to pregnant women and their families, especially those struggling with unplanned pregnancies, as well as post-abortive women.

These services include pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, miscarriage comfort, peer counseling, and referrals to life-affirming doctors for prenatal and postpartum care. They provide food, formula, and baby items to those in need, and promote the Christian values of chastity, integrity, and self-discipline.