Baker County

Macclenny Wednesday, January 18^th at 7:30 am – Sanctity of Human Life Prayer Breakfast at Christian Fellowship Temple (251 W. Ohio Avenue). Sponsored by First Coast Women’s Services, the prayer breakfast is to acknowledge and pray for the Sanctity of Human Life. Please RVSP by contacting Dana Lane at (904) 259-2585 or dlane@fcwsprc.org.

Broward County

Deerfield Beach Saturday, January 21^st at 9 am –  March4Life at St. Ambrose Catholic Church (380 S. Federal Hwy, 33441). Registration begins at 8:30 am.  Activities are from 9 am to noon. This event is sponsored by the N. Broward Pregnancy Help Center. For questions, contact Darlene at (954) 977-7769.

Ft. Lauderdale Thursday, January 19^th at 12 noon – Rally for Life at the US Federal Courthouse (301 E. Broward Blvd., 33301).  For further details, email mail@browardrighttolife.org.

Southwest Ranches Saturday, January 14^th at 9 am – SW Ranches Respect Life Walk at Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School (5451 South Flamingo Road, 33330). Meet in the northside breezeway. For more information, you can contact Angela Curatalo by phone at (954) 963-2229 or email at ProgramAssistant@att.net.

Charlotte County

Port Charlotte Saturday, January 22^nd at 2 pm – Life Chain at the corner of Highway 776 and Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail).  Signs will be provided. For more information, call Bob McDuffie at (941) 769-6291.

Citrus County

Inverness Thursday, January 19^th at 12 noon – Roe v. Wade Memorial Service at Cornerstone Baptist Church (100 West Highland Blvd., 34452).  Citrus County Right to Life will hold this memorial service to honor the millions of babies killed and the mothers, fathers, and families suffering as a result of abortion.

Clay County

Middleburg Tuesday, January 17^th at 7:30 am – Sanctity of Human Life Prayer Breakfast at The Salvation Army Corp Center (2795 County Road 220, 32068). The breakfast is sponsored by First Coast Women’s Services and is acknowledge and pray for the sanctity of life.  Please RVSP by contacting Cheryl Gonzales at (904) 213-9374 or cgonzales@fcwsprc.org.

Duval County

Jacksonville Thursday, January 19^th at 7:30 am – Sanctity of Human Life Prayer Breakfast at Christian Family Chapel (10365 Old St. Augustine Road, 32257).  Sponsored by First Coast Women’s Services, the prayer breakfast is to acknowledge and pray for the Sanctity of Human Life. Please RSVP by contacting Cathy Perry at (904) 262-6300 or cperry@fcwsprc.org.

Jacksonville Monday, January 23^rd at 12 noon – March & Stand for Life Jacksonville at the US Federal Courthouse (300 Hogan Street).  Signs will be available for a peaceful procession around the Courthouse.  Speeches by Bishop Felipe Estevez and Mary Houston with Silent No More will be given at the steps of the Courthouse on Duval Street side at 1 pm.  For more information, call (904) 318-3517 or email jaxforlife@bellsouth.net

Jacksonville Monday January 23^rd at 10:30 am – Mass at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (121 East Duval Street, 32202)

Escambia

Pensacola Friday, January 13^th at 6:30 pm – Vigil Mass at St. Paul Catholic Church (3131 Hyde Park Road, 32503).  Bishop Parkes will preside over the mass.  Overnight Eucharist Adoration in the Adoration Chapel will follow (until 7:30 am).

Pensacola Saturday, January 14^th at 9 am – Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church (140 W. Government Street, 32502).  The mass will be geared towards youth.

Pensacola Saturday, January 14^th at 10:30 am – Rally at Seville Square (399 Alcaniz Street, 32502).  The rally will begin at 10:30 with national and local speakers, followed by a mile-long walk through downtown Pensacola at 11:45 The event is sponsored by Emerald Coast Coalition for Life.  For questions or more information, contact Ernie Cyr at (850) 889-1035 or eccflife@gmail.com.

Pensacola Saturday, January 21^st at 8:00 am – 3^rd Annual Micah Mandate Run for Life (5k Run/Walk) at Olive Baptist 1836 Olive Road, 32514). This event is sponsored by Micah 6:8 Men’s Group in Pensacola. All the proceeds from the Run go to benefit Safe Harbor Pregnancy Medical Center in Pensacola. Registration is online at www.micahsix8.org. For questions, please contact John Stringfield at 850-393-0474 or stringfj@bellsouth.net.

Flagler County

Palm Coast Sunday, January 22^nd at 2 pm – Stand for Life at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church (4600 Belle Terre Parkway, 32164).  Participants will line-up along Belle Terre Parkway and hold-up pro-life signs in recognition of the nearly 60 million lives lost to legalized abortion in the U.S. since 1973. Rain or shine.  Signs will be provided. If you have questions, please contact Andrew Shirvell by email at shirvell@sbcglobal.net or by phone at (734) 476-3916.

Indian River County

Vero Beach Sunday, January 22^nd at 2pm – 11^th Annual Stand for Life (Route 60 starting at 20^th Street).  This effort emphasizes the dignity of all life and everyone is encouraged to attend.  The chain will start at Route 60 starting at 20th St. and grow going west on both sides of the street.  Some signs will be provided.

Lake County

Mount Dora Sunday, January 15^th at 3 pm –  Sanctity of Human Life Service at The Lighthouse on Lake Dora in Grantham Point Park (311 South Tremain Street, 32757).  Pastor Don Feezer from Grand Island Baptist Church will speak.  The service is a Memorial to the 62+ million babies that have been lost to abortion since 1973 and a Celebration of lives that have been saved through the great work of pregnancy centers in our nation. In the event of inclement weather this service will be held at New Hope Presbyterian Church (19535 Airport Rd, 32736).

Miami-Dade County

Miami Saturday, January 14^th at 10 am – 8^th Annual Miami Sanctity of Human Life Celebration and Prayer Encounter at Riverside Baptist Church (10775 SW 104^th Street, 33176).  This will be a time to celebrate the Sanctity of Human Life and to pray specifically for the Pregnancy Care/Resource Centers and Clinics in Miami. Special guest is Attorney David Gibbs III, the President and General Counsel of the National Center for Life and Liberty.  If you have any questions or concerns, contact Mary Lou Hendy at (863) 687-8811 ext. 223.

Miami Saturday, January 28^th at 9 am – Walk for Life Miami at St. John Vianney College Seminary (2900 SW 87th Ave, 33165).  For more information, you can contact the Sunset Respect Life Office at (305) 273-8507.

Orange County

Orlando Saturday, February 11^th at 9 am – Walk for Life Champion Kickoff Breakfast at Grace Hopper Hall, Baldwin Park (1913 Meeting Place, 32814). Breakfast will be served to inspire and equip attendees for the Walk for Life event being held on April 8^th.  To RSVP, please email valerie@choiceswomensclinic.com or call (407) 244-5527.

Osceola County

Kissimmee Saturday, January 21^st at 9:30 am – Roe vs. Wade Memorial (A Time to  Remember, Pray & Weep) at Planned Parenthood Kissimmee (610 Oak Commons Blvd, 34741). For more information, please call Pro-Life Action Ministries Central Florida at (407) 230-2557.

Polk County

Lakeland Friday, February 10^th at 6 pm – 4^th Annual Sanctity of Life Celebration at First Baptist Church at the Mall (1010 E Memorial Blvd, 33801). The event is sponsored by Polk County for Life.  You can visit http://polkcountyforlife.com/celebrate-life-2017/ for more information.

Sarasota County

Sarasota Friday, January 20^th at 8:30 am – 16^th Annual Prayer/Walk for Life at St. Martha Church (200 N. Orange Ave, 34236).  Mass with Bishop Frank Dewane will be held at 8:30 am.  From 9 am to 2 pm, a bus will shuttle participants to Planned Parenthood (736 Central Avenue) for the Walk. Refreshments will be made available in the hall. If you have questions, please contact Jeanne Berdeaux at berdeaux@dioceseofvenice.org or (941) 484-9543.

St. Johns County

St. Augustine Saturday, January 14^th at 10:30 am – March for Life St. Augustine at Mission Nombre de Dios (27 Ocean Ave, 32084).  Live music and info booths start at 9:45. The procession will begin at the plaza at 10:30.  The event is for anyone who is pro-life and believes in the sanctity of all human life.  It is a chance to be a presence for those who cannot speak for themselves, no matter what your religious affiliation.  If you are coming with a group, feel free to bring a banner to represent your church! For more information, visit marchforlifestaugustine.com.

St. Lucie County

Ft. Pierce Saturday, January 21^st at 11:30 am – March for Life Treasure Coast at A Woman’s World Medical Center (503 S. 12^th St, 34952).  Meet at the corner of Delaware Avenue and 12^th street in front of the abortion clinic.  At 12 noon, participants will walk to City Hall (less than a mile) and there will be a rally at City Hall.  Shuttles will be available to return participants to their vehicles between 1:30 and 2.  If you do not want to participate in the march, you can meet at City Hall.  For more information, go to https://www.facebook.com/TreasureCoastMarchforLife/.

If you have an event that is not listed here that you would like to have included, please let us know!  You can email it to info@flfamily.org.

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Alachua County
High Springs Friday, January 22^nd at 9 am – Mass for Life at Our Lady of La Leche at St. Madeline Parrish (17155 NW US Hwy 441).  Mass will be followed by a Holy Hour. The Parrish will also be displaying 43 white crosses for each of the 43 yeas that abortion has been legal in the United States.

Baker County
Macclenny Wednesday, January 20^th at 8:00 am – Sanctity of Human Life Prayer Breakfast at Christian Fellowship Temple (251 W. Ohio Avenue). Sponsored by First Coast Women’s Services, the prayer breakfast is to acknowledge and pray for the Sanctity of Human Life. Complimentary breakfast will be served at 7:30 am. Please RVSP by contacting Dana Lane at (904) 259-2585.

Citrus County
Inverness Friday, January 22^nd at 12:00 noon – Roe vs. Wade Memorial Service at the Old Citrus County Courthouse (1 Courthouse Square).  For questions, you can go to the Citrus County Right to Life Facebook page.

Clay County
Middleburg Tuesday, January 19^th at 8:00 am – Sanctity of Human Life Prayer Breakfast at The Salvation Army Corp Center (2795 County Road 220). Sponsored by First Coast Women’s Services, the prayer breakfast is to acknowledge and pray for the Sanctity of Human Life. Complimentary breakfast will be served at 7:30 am. Please RVSP by contacting Cheryl Gonzales at (904) 213-9374.

Orange Park Friday, January 22^nd at 7 pm – Mass for Life at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church (1649 Kingsley Avenue). Please join us for the offering of Holy Mass in reparation for 42 years and more than 52 million deaths by surgical abortion since the 1973 Supreme Court decisions legalizing abortion in the U.S.  We will pray to the God of mercy for healing for all women and families touched by this painful reality and for a restoration of a civilization of love, where the dignity of the human person is affirmed and protected.   If you have questions, please call Mary at (904) 264-1904.

Duval County
Jacksonville Beach Thursday, January 21^st at 8:00 am – Sanctity of Human Life Prayer Breakfast at Beach Church (325 7th Avenue North).  Sponsored by First Coast Women’s Services, the prayer breakfast is to acknowledge and pray for the Sanctity of Human Life. Complimentary breakfast will be served at 7:30 am. Please RSVP by contacting Cathy Fox at (904) 246-7378.

Jacksonville Friday, January 22^nd at 12 noon – March for Life Jacksonville at the U.S. Federal Court House (300 N Hogan Street) March for Life Jacksonville is peaceful march around the courthouse.  Signs will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well.  Bishop Felipe Estevez and Mary Houston with Silent No More will speak after the march. This is a peaceful protest of the 55 million babies killed and mothers hurt by the Roe vs. Wade decision to legalize abortion. For questions or more information, contact Tom Masters at (904) 318-3517.

Jacksonville Thursday, January 28^th at 8:00 am – Sanctity of Human Life Prayer Breakfast at Christian Family Chapel (10365 Old St. Augustine Road).  Sponsored by First Coast Women’s Services, the prayer breakfast is to acknowledge and pray for the Sanctity of Human Life. Complimentary breakfast will be served at 7:30 am. Please RSVP by contacting Cathy Perry at (904) 262-6300.

Escambia County
Pensacola Friday, January 22^nd at 6:30 pm – Mass for Life: Roe vs. Wade Anniversary at Little Flower Catholic Church (6495 Lillian Highway).  The Mass for Life will remember the 1973 Roe vs. Wade court decision that legalized abortion in the United States. There will be prayer for those who have been hurt by abortion and for respect for all life. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall with pro-life literature. For questions or more information, please contact Jeremy or Trish Bosso at 850-430-4202.

Pensacola Friday, January 22^nd at 7:00 pm – Respect Life Holy Hour at St. Paul Parrish (3131 Hyde Park Road). Come and participate in this Holy Hour of prayer on the 53rd anniversary of Roe vs. Wade. We will also be collecting donations for the Alpha Pregnancy Center to help mothers and children in need. For more information, contact Jim Havens at havensj@stpaulcatholic.net.

Hillsborough County
Tampa Friday, January 22^nd at 5:00 pm – Adoration for Life at St. Paul Catholic Church (12708 N Dale Mabry Hwy). All are invited to join us in song, Scripture and prayer as we pray for the sanctity of all human life in all its stages, from conception to death/eternal life. Each hour will be dedicated to a different stage of life, the Rosary or Divine Mercy Chaplet will also be prayed at each hour. 5pm Conception/Infancy- Joyful Mysteries, 6pm Teenage/Youth- Luminous Mysteries, 7pm Adulthood- Divine Mercy Chaplet, 8pm Old Age/Death- Sorrowful Mysteries, 9pm Eternal Life- Glorious Mysteries. Silent Eucharistic Adoration will conclude each hour. Please join us as we pray for life! For more information, please contact Shawn and Jackie at RespectLife@StPaulChurch.com

Tampa Sunday, January 31^st at 8:00 am – Revival for Life at Life Springs Baptist Church (912 E Fairbanks Street). Pastor Arnold M. Culbreath, a founding member of the National Black ProLife Coalition, will be speaking. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Pastor Bobby Patton at (813) 810-4996.

Indian River County
Vero Beach Sunday, January 17^th at 2:00 pm – Indian River County’s 10th Annual Life-Chain on Route 60 (between 20^th and 31^st Avenues). This one-hour silent prayer event will mark the 43rd anniversary of Roe vs. Wade.  Some signs will be available along the route.

Lake County
Eustis Sunday, January 17^th at 3:00 pm –  Sanctity of Human Life Service at Ferran Park (250 Ferran Park Drive). This event is a memorial and Celebration of Life balloon launch.

Lady Lake Friday, January 22^nd at 11:00 am – Mass of the Holy Innocence and Prayer Rally at St. Timothy Catholic Church (1351 Paige Place). The prayer rally will take place from 12 noon – 1:00 pm. For more information, please call Barbara Stewart at (352) 753-6376

Lee County
Fort Myers Saturday, January 23^nd at 9:15 am – Right to Life Prayer Walk at the Fort Myers Women’s Health Center, Inc., located at Winkler Ave and Broadway Blvd just north of the Edison Mall. Directions: N on 41 to Winkler Ave, make right turn to 3900 Broadway Blvd, Bldg C. Parking is readily available in the mall parking lot.

Leon County
Tallahassee Friday, January 22^nd at 10:00 am – Roe vs. Wade Anniversary Prayer Siege at the Florida Supreme Court (500 S Duval Street) This is a one hour gathering to pray for the end of abortion on the 43rd anniversary of Roe vs. Wade.

Miami-Dade County
Miami Sunday, January 24^th at 5:00 pm – Sanctity of Human Life Celebration at Riverside Baptist Church (10775 SW 104 Street).  For more information, please contact Marylou Hendry at Marylou.hendry@fbchomes.org.

Orange County
Orlando Friday, January 22nd at 9:30 am – Central Florida Memorial, Remembrance & Prayer at Planned Parenthood (726 S. Tampa Avenue).

Orlando Friday, January 22nd at 11:30 am – A Time of Public Witness & Prayer at City Hall (400 S Orange Avenue)

Orlando Saturday, January 30^th at 1:00 pm – Central Florida Celebration of Life at First Baptist Church of Orlando’s Campus Student Center (3000 S. John Young Parkway). The Second Annual Central Florida Celebration of Life will educate and motivate all those who attend with a time of meaningful worship followed by powerful speakers and informative breakout sessions on a wide-range of pro-life topics. For questions or more information contact Laurey Nelson at (407) 514-4354.

Palm Beach County
West Palm Beach Friday, January 22 at 11 am – Rosary & Prayer on Anniversary of Roe vs. Wade at the Old Courthouse (Corner of 3rd and North Dixie). Come to the Old Courthouse and unite for prayer for the protection of the unborn child. Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito, Bishop of Palm Beach, will speak at the event.  Free bus transportation is available from various locations.  To ride the bus or if you have questions, contact Don Kazimir at (561) 360-3330 (mornings are preferred).

Polk County
Winter Haven Friday, February 5^th at 6 pm – Polk County Sanctity of Life Celebration at Faith Baptist Church of Winter Haven (2140 Crystal Beach Road).  The Polk County Sanctity of Life Celebration will educate and motivate all those who attend with worship followed by powerful speakers and informative breakout sessions on a wide-range of pro-life topics. Speakers include: Attorney David Gibbs III, Senator Kelli Stargel, Dr. Peter Alvarez, and others! A free dinner is provided prior to the start of the event. Participants MUST register at:http://polkcountyforlife.com/celebrate-life-2015/

Sarasota County
Sarasota Friday, January 15^th at 8:30 am – 18th Annual Mass and Prayer Walk at St. Martha Catholic Church (200 N. Orange Avenue). Bishop Frank Dewane will conduct a Mass for life at 8:30am and then lead a walk circling Planned Parenthood. Buses will shuttle people between St. Martha’s and the Planned Parenthood facility, which is the regional headquarters for 22 Florida counties.  Shuttles will be running continuously so you can stay at the Planned Parenthood location for as long (or as short) as you want.  The last bus will leave Planned Parenthood at 1:30pm. The church meeting hall will serve refreshments and sandwiches and various pro-life groups will display information.  If you wish to help or have questions, call Jeanne Berdeaux at (941) 441-1101.

St. Johns County
St. Augustine Saturday, January 16^th at 10 am – 10^th Annual March for Life St. Augustine at the Chapel of Our Lady Leche at the Mission Nombre de Dios (101 San Marco Avenue). The march will begin at the Mission Nombre de Dios and end at the downtown gazebo at Plaza de la Constitucion (1 Cathedral Street). This event will feature live music and info booths, a peaceful procession, and speakers including Leah Darrow of Reclaiming Truth, Beauty, and Love, Bishop Felipe Estevez of the St. Augustine Diocese, and Pastor Andy Hirko of Good News Church. Please bring a pack of diapers for Pregnancy Care Centers! For more information or if you have questions, call May Oliver at (904) 674-4412.

St. Lucie County
Ft. Pierce Saturday, January 23, 2016 at 11:30 am – March for Life Treasure Coast. There will be a peaceful March (less than 1 mile) from the only abortion clinic on the Treasure Coast, “A Woman’s World Medical Center” (503 S. 12th Street) to Fort Pierce City Hall (100 N. US1).  Participants are encouraged to bring signs that proclaim the sanctity of human life. Churches and/or groups are encouraged to bring signs mentioning their organization. A limited number of loaner signs will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. (Rides back from City Hall will be provided after the event. If you cannot participate in the march, you can park in the City Hall parking garage and join the event at City Hall.)

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