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HISTORIC MARCH FOR LIFE D.C.

This past Friday, January 20, marked the 50th annual March for Life in Washington D.C. Thousands converged on our nation’s capital to advocate for the preborn and speak out against the injustice of abortion. Over 100 pro-life Wisconsinites filled three buses for the journey, leaving on Wednesday, January 18, and returning on Sunday, January 22.

This year’s March for Life was filled with a spirit of joy at the overturn of Roe. The message was one of hope and renewed commitment to keep fighting for life until every preborn child is protected–now is not the time to let up! Speakers included Johnathan Roumie, Tony and Lauren Dungy, Christina Francis, M.D., Sr. Mary Casey and her twin sister Casey Gunning, and many more! Participants left feeling energized for the work ahead and eager to advocate for life in their communities. Thank you to all who joined us for the Pro-Life Wisconsin March for Life trip! Your witness is extremely powerful in the fight to change hearts, minds, and culture.

Looking to march again here in Wisconsin? Mark your calendars for the March for Life Wisconsin on Saturday, June 24, 2023, as we commemorate the day Dobbs was decided. See you there!

SAVE THE DATE: PLW SPRING SOCIAL

Join us for an evening with fellow pro-life Wisconsinites on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at the Great Dane Pub–Hilldale (357 Price Pl, Madison, WI 53705). Enjoy drinks, appetizers, and fantastic company from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Your first drink is on us!

We will also hear briefly from our Pro-Life Wisconsin Legislator of the Year, State Senator Julian Bradley, who has worked tirelessly in our State Capitol to uphold the dignity of the preborn child.

Bring a friend and come prepared to meet other pro-life Wisconsinites from the Madison area and beyond. Let's continue to work together for a Wisconsin in which all lives are respected and cherished. Early-Bird registration details to follow soon!

Over 60 million preborn children have been killed since abortion became legal, and we know there are millions upon millions living their lives each day with the regret and shame of their abortion. This is why Pro-Life Wisconsin has now established the “The Mikey and Angie Fund” which will be dedicated solely to post-abortive healing efforts and the creation of memorials here in Wisconsin for repentant men and women seeking to honor the lives of their precious preborn children.

Why the "Mikey and Angie" Fund? In the words of the La Crosse Life Leauge Chaplain, Father Alan Benander, O. Praem:

“Michael ‘Mikey’ Joseph and Angelica ‘Angie’ Mary are two precious children whose lives were unjustly taken from them by chemical abortion. Through the help of post-abortive healing, their deeply penitent mother has come to reclaim these children as her very own, creating a headstone for them, and declaring on it her repentance through a deeply heartfelt message of love and sorrow.

Since the blessing and dedication of this headstone on July 7, 2018, she has visited that headstone almost daily, and it has served several purposes:

1.) It is an act of just vindication for the children. Though they are no longer living with us on earth, there is a duty in justice to give them the honor they deserve and at least try to ‘undo’ the indescribable dishonor they suffered through these abortions.

2.) The repentant mother has been deeply healed by this act. For, to the extent that a mother honors her children killed and dishonored by abortion, she is herself honored and thus healed. The creation of this headstone and the frequent visiting of it has been a critical step in reclaiming her children as her own and truly becoming a mother to them, once again.

3.) It is a statement to the public of the honor due to these children, to the pain that mothers go through when they have abortions, and to the horror of abortion. At the same time, it is a testament to the graces that God has given to this repentant mother to reclaim her motherhood, and a beacon of hope for the healing that awaits post-abortive men and women.

Having journeyed with this mother through her healing, the idea came to us both that other such ‘honor stones’ for children lost by abortion should be made. Thus, we hope to establish memorial walls in cemeteries and churches, for specific, individual children, and in time create larger memorial sites for this same purpose. Repentant mothers, fathers, abortion workers, or anyone wounded by abortion could then create individual honor stones or plaques dedicated to specific children killed through abortion, just like the particular honor stone was created for Mikey and Angie.”

If you or someone you know is suffering from the pain and regret of abortion and needs healing, please contact us at info@ProLifeWI.org. To donate to The Mikey and Angie Fund and assist in the healing journey of countless post-abortive men and women, visit ProLifeWI.org/donate, select PLW ETF, and give generously to the Mikey and Angie Fund.

PURCHASE YOUR CHOOSE LIFE WISCONSIN PLATE! SAVE LIVES AND HELP WOMEN

Since late October 2017, Choose Life license plates have been available to Wisconsin motorists, and every penny earned through the sale of the plates directly aids Wisconsin's incredible pregnancy resource centers and initiatives. With over 2,171 of these plates on cars in the Badger State, sales have resulted in over $210,993 granted to over twenty-five Wisconsin pregnancy resource centers in five years.

With a greater need to serve pregnant women in our state, be a part of the mission to save lives and aid women, get your Choose Life Wisconsin license plate today! For more information call Pro-Life Wisconsin at 262-796-1111 ext. 110.

For a list of pregnancy resource centers in Wisconsin, visit CrisisPregnancies.org

AG JOSH KAUL ASKS JUDGE NOT TO DISMISS CASE CHALLENGING ABORTION BAN IN WISCONSIN: (Wisconsin State Journal) – “Almost seven months after the case was filed, Attorney General Josh Kaul’s challenge to the state’s near-complete abortion ban remains unresolved, with defendants trying to dismiss the lawsuit and Democrats aiming to keep it going. On Tuesday, Kaul asked a Dane County judge not to dismiss the lawsuit after the three defendants each asked for the opposite.” Read the full story here.

FOCUS ON ‘CHANGING HEARTS,’ BISHOP BURBIDGE TELLS PACKED POST-ROE VIGIL MASS FOR LIFE: (Catholic News Agency) – “Following the Mass, Heather Kramer, who traveled to the vigil and the march from Wisconsin, told CNA that she felt it was important to attend “to be a testament to our faith and a peaceful support to the unborn.” She saw Roe being overturned as “just one battle that we’ve overcome now,” but “the battles are really back to our states and we have to still have a united front and show people that we’re still here and still caring for the unborn.” Read the full story here.

NEW MARIST POLL: 91% OF AMERICANS AFFIRM PRO-LIFE PREGNANCY CENTERS: (Live Action) – “The January 2023 Knights of Columbus-Marist Poll has revealed that a whopping 91% of Americans support the existence of pregnancy resource centers, which offer resources to women during pregnancy and after their babies are born. These centers have been attacked by abortion advocates who seem to see them as a threat to abortion businesses.” Read the full story here.

APRIL 27, MADISON – Pro-Life Wisconsin's brand new event, the Spring Social, will be held at The Great Dane–Hilldale (357 Price Pl, Madison, WI 53705). Join us for a night of refreshments, conversation, and a brief special address from our Legislator of the Year. More details and registration to come.

JUNE 24, MADISON – Join us for the annual March for Life Wisconsin, being held on the anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision which overturned Roe v. Wade. Gather together with pro-life Wisconsinites to commemorate this momentous decision and press onward toward the final victory of enshrining the right to life into law and establishing personhood for every preborn child.

SEPTEMBER 21, BROOKFIELD – Join us for our annual Love for Life Gala on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. This year, we welcome author and radio host, Patrick Madrid as our keynote speaker. More details and registration to come.

CRAWFORD COUNTY: Life Guardians pro-life group meets monthly in Boscobel. Email Heather at heatherkramer79@gmail.com for more information or check out the Facebook page here.

GREEN BAY: Pro-Life Green Bay is an active pro-life ministry in Northeast Wisconsin and meets regularly throughout the year. For more information, contact prolifegreenbay@gmail.com

LA CROSSE: We would like to see at least two people pray every day of the week outside Planned Parenthood. If you can commit to this weekly prayer, please let Marie Allen know. We encourage people to pray in groups of two if possible. You may choose your own time, and sidewalk counseling and signs are optional. Pro-Life literature is available if anyone wishes to distribute it. Questions? Call 608-784-5189.

MILWAUKEE: Join us every Tuesday at 6:00 PM (rain or shine) to pray the Angelus followed by the Rosary in reparation for sins of ingratitude at the Fatima Shrine (141 N 68th St Milwaukee, WI 53213).

Pro-Life Students of Milwaukee (PRISM) is an affiliate for high school students in the greater Milwaukee area. PRISM meets monthly and hosts pro-life events throughout the year. Email PRISM@ProLifeWI.org for more information.

PRISM is scheduled to serve at the Women's Care Center (1441 N Farwell Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53202) on Saturday, January 21. We are hoping to start at 11:30 a.m. and be there for an hour or two. Times to be confirmed.

ROCK COUNTY: For meeting times and other information, please email Miriam at

plwrcc@charter.net

WINNEBAGO COUNTY: Please join us in prayer every first Monday of the month from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. to exercise your 1st amendment free speech rights in the public right of way (nearest to Marcus Cinema) in Oshkosh, near Planned Parenthood (378S Koeller St, Oshkosh, WI 54902). Bring your own sign, or use one of ours! Contact Don Doro at 920-279-3496 or at ddurawa1@yahoo.com

WISCONSIN RAPIDS: Please join us in prayer on the 2nd Monday of each month at 4:00 p.m. along 8th Street near Planned Parenthood. Gather in the parking lot at 3:45 p.m.

ONGOING – Walking with Moms in Need: The Catholic Church has a long history of service to those who are most vulnerable. From pregnancy care centers, to foster care and adoption agencies, and from maternity homes to parish-based ministries, the Church consistently bears witness in word and deed to the beauty and dignity of every human life—including both mother and child. This program asks parishes and parishioners to adopt and support those centers and agencies that are actively helping moms in need. View the flyer here or visit the website here.

ONGOING, KENOSHA – Participate in the Rosary in Kenosha at 6:00 p.m. every Sunday at Saint Therese Catholic Church (2020 91st Street Kenosha, WI 53143). Bring family and friends!

ONGOING, OCONOMOWOC – Public Prayer of the Rosary to entrust the whole world to Our Lady and ask her to intercede for our state, country, and world. Join us at Village Green Park (104 E Wisconsin Ave. Oconomowoc, WI 53066) every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. View the flyer here.

ONGOING – Toda America con Cristo and Family Life Council, Inc. has created pro-life resources for the latino community. If you or someone you know would benefit from these resources please view the web pages here and here.

POST-ABORTIVE VIDEO – There is hope and healing for mothers and fathers who now regret their abortion and deeply grieve the loss of their little child. A new day is dawning; be not afraid. Seek the help you need. Your wounded heart can be healed through the love and mercy of Jesus Christ. Go to Him, seek Him, and receive the help you desire to be healed and live in hope once again. Watch this video for more information on where to find help. There are millions and millions who regret their abortions. You are not alone.

JANUARY 23, BROOKFIELD – Join us for "The Gospel of Life - A Brief Summary" one Monday each month (upcoming: February 20, March 20, April 17, May 15, and June 19) from 7:00 -8:00 p.m. at Saint John Vianney Parish (1755 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005). Kevin Gilpin from Holy Apostles will present and structure a one-hour in-person discussion following your at-home reading of The Gospel of Life (Evangelium Vitae) encyclical. Register here.

JANUARY 24, WHITEWATER – Join us for a Prayer Vigil for the Unborn in Whitewater on Tuesday, January 24, from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Living Word Fellowship (212 W Main Street Whitewater, WI 53190).

JANUARY 28, MILWAUKEE – You're invited! On Saturday, January 28, at Christ King Parish, (2604 N Swan Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53226) Fr. Rob Kroll will celebrate Mass and speak on the topic, The Four Levels of Happiness: How to Satisfy Our Deepest Desires. Registration is required in advance here. View the flyer here.

For inclusion on this list, please send a PDF or JPEG of the event flyer along with a short write-up about your event to info@ProLifeWI.org

FEBRUARY 20, BROOKFIELD – Join us for "The Gospel of Life - A Brief Summary" one Monday each month (upcoming: March 20, April 17, May 15, and June 19) from 7:00 -8:00 p.m. at Saint John Vianney Parish (1755 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005). Kevin Gilpin from Holy Apostles will present and structure a one-hour in-person discussion following your at-home reading of The Gospel of Life (Evangelium Vitae) encyclical. Register here.

MARCH 20, BROOKFIELD – Join us for "The Gospel of Life - A Brief Summary" one Monday each month (upcoming: April 17, May 15, and June 19) from 7:00 -8:00 p.m. at Saint John Vianney Parish (1755 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005). Kevin Gilpin from Holy Apostles will present and structure a one-hour in-person discussion following your at-home reading of The Gospel of Life (Evangelium Vitae) encyclical. Register here.

APRIL 17, BROOKFIELD – Join us for "The Gospel of Life - A Brief Summary" one Monday each month (upcoming: May 15, and June 19) from 7:00 -8:00 p.m. at Saint John Vianney Parish (1755 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005). Kevin Gilpin from Holy Apostles will present and structure a one-hour in-person discussion following your at-home reading of The Gospel of Life (Evangelium Vitae) encyclical. Register here.

MAY 15, BROOKFIELD – Join us for "The Gospel of Life - A Brief Summary" one Monday each month (upcoming: June 19) from 7:00 -8:00 p.m. at Saint John Vianney Parish (1755 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005). Kevin Gilpin from Holy Apostles will present and structure a one-hour in-person discussion following your at-home reading of The Gospel of Life (Evangelium Vitae) encyclical. Register here.

JUNE 19, BROOKFIELD – Join us for the last "The Gospel of Life - A Brief Summary" from 7:00 -8:00 p.m. at Saint John Vianney Parish (1755 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005). Kevin Gilpin from Holy Apostles will present and structure a one-hour in-person discussion following your at-home reading of The Gospel of Life (Evangelium Vitae) encyclical. Register here.