Sanctity of Life
Jesus’ command to see and love “the least of these” drives our outreach at Church of the Resurrection. It compels us to care for refugees, inmates, the global poor, and the persecuted.
Jesus’ command especially drives us to protect and advocate for unborn children and their mothers, two of the most vulnerable members of our society. This includes a strong partnership with Caring Network, an organization dedicated to loving and walking beside mothers and fathers through crisis pregnancies. We distribute much-needed baby supplies to families via Operation Baby Bank, and organize advocacy and prayer on behalf of the unborn.
Join us in promoting “a culture of life” at Resurrection and in our community.
Baby Bank
Expectant mothers, especially those navigating unplanned pregnancies, need our help. Together with longtime local partner, Caring Network, we house and distribute baby supplies (such as diapers and wipes) from our church warehouse to parents in need. Due to limited supplies, parents must be referred by Caring Network.
40 Days for Life
During 40 Days for Life (Sept 24 to Nov 2), donate an hour of your time to pray for expectant mothers in crisis pregnancies outside an abortion clinic in Downers Grove.
If you would like to join an experienced Rez volunteer to pray at the clinic on a Friday morning, please contact Michelle Lapeyre. If you are interested in coming or praying remotely on another day, please create an account on the 40 Days for Life website to find more information.
Location
1700 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
When
Fridays
Sept 24 to Nov 2
8:30 am – 11:30 am
When
Year-round: Friday mornings, between 8:45-10 or 10-11 am.
Contact Michelle Lapeyre at booksbb2003@yahoo.com
Parents and children are welcome. However, to ensure the safety of children, please only bring those who can be carried in baby slings or who are old enough to understand that they must keep away from the edge of the road.
March For Life
We advocate and help educate others about how to support the unborn and parents in crisis pregnancies. In past years, our church has joined many others in the annual March for Life to celebrate the sanctity of human life. A group of RezYouth high school students and leaders have joined the national March for Life in Washington D.C. and learned from experts at a a pro-life conference.
Pregnant? Need Help?
If you would like to speak to a Church of the Resurrection member about your pregnancy and how we can help, please contact Heather Johnson Woodley.
Or you can reach out to one of the local Avenue Women’s Centers for a pregnancy test or to explore all your options.
Questions?
Seeking other ways to help?
Contact Sanctity of Life Team Leader Heather Johnson Woodley