On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Thomas More Society invites you to a meaningful day of advocacy and fellowship in Springfield, Illinois. This excursion combines participation in the Illinois Pro-Life March with a special “Defending Life” reception to follow.

What to Expect:

• Rally and march with TMS at the Illinois State Capitol

• Round-trip motorcoach transportation from Chicago area

• Opportunity to lobby legislators

• Exclusive reception with wine, beer, and heavy hors d'oeuvres

• Fellowship with fellow pro-life advocates

Pricing:

• $35 per person – Early Bird Special (Until March 6, 2026)

• $50 per person – After March 6

Full Itinerary:

7:30 am Pick-up #1 — St Edna Catholic Church (parking available)

2525 N Arlington Heights Rd.

Arlington Heights, IL 60004

8:30 am Pick-up #2 — St. Joseph Catholic Church (parking available)

Holy Mass (optional)

4801 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515

9:15 am Depart for Springfield from St. Joseph’s

10:45 am Rest Stop at Wally's

11:10 am Continue to Springfield

12:45 pm Arrive at State Capitol

1:00 pm Rally

2:00 pm March

3:00 pm Lobby at Stratton Building or Visit the Capitol Building 

4:15 pm Depart for Brinkerhoff Mansion

4:30 pm Defending Life Reception (Social, hors d’oeuvres, program)

6:10 pm Depart for Chicago

7:30 pm Rest Stop at Wally's

7:45 pm Continue to Chicago

9:15 pm Arrive at St. Joseph's

9:50 pm Arrive at St. Edna's