Sixth Annual

Rockford
Walk for Life
and Family -

Saturday, June 27th, 2026

Event Schedule

Location: Rockford City Hall
425 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104

10:00 - Meet and Greet Pro-Life sponsoring organizations!

11:00am- Rally with Speakers

Opening prayer: Father Phillip Kaim, S.T.L., pastor of Holy Family Parish, Rockford

Jayden Gallagly - Rockford TPUSA, Boone County Board Candidate, Students for Illinois Co-Chair, Friend of Charlie Kirk

Elyse Sardegna - Biking for Babies Missionary


11:30am- Walk Begins

12:15pm- Closing back at Rally Site

We walk to make abortion unthinkable in Rockford and beyond. Be a voice for the voiceless and join us.

Join us for the Rockford Walk for Life and Family in 2026!

Let us know you will be there!

Meet Our Speakers

Jayden Gallagly is a candidate for the Boone County Board, student leader, and community advocate from Boone County, Illinois. He is currently a student at Rock Valley College pursuing studies in political science and pre-law. Jayden has been actively involved in local and state politics through campaign work, civic engagement initiatives, and public policy advocacy.

Jayden works alongside area political and community leaders on grassroots outreach efforts, civic engagement initiatives, and community organizing throughout Northern Illinois. He has also helped lead the Rockford-area chapter of Turning Point USA as president, where he helped build a strong coalition of area chapters and expand student involvement across the region.

In addition to his political involvement, Jayden has organized community events, voter engagement efforts, and student-led initiatives focused on civic participation and leadership development. He is passionate about leadership, public policy, and encouraging young people to become active voices within their communities.

Jayden Gallagly

Each July, dozens of young adults take on six days of 100+ miles/day in the saddle of a bike, or driving a support vehicle, all of which stands against a culture that so easily throws away life. They are Biking for Babies Missionaries.

These young people (ages 18-39) sacrifice, train, and undertake the spiritual task of sharing the beauty of life to renew a culture of life. Elyse is one of these missionaries.

As they train and ride, they raise awareness and financial support for the women and families served America’s pregnancy resource centers, becoming missionaries of the Gospel of Life in their own communities.

Come hear about Elyse’s experience of being a Biking for Babies Missionary!

Elyse Sardegna

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!

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How to Spread the Word!

Announcement/Email/Bulletin Text

Don't miss the 2026 Rockford Walk for Life and Family on Saturday, June 27th at 11am outside the Rockford City Hall building. Pray, rally and walk for the unborn! Get more information at ProLifeRockford.com.

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Organize a Group

Invite your friends, family, parish or organization to walk with you!
Need a banner to represent your group or organization? Let us help you design and print one! Contact us by June 10th, 2026. Let us know you are coming so we can add you to our list of participating organizations!

Faith Center

Holy Family Catholic Church

Holy Spirit Catholic Church

Madonna Renewal Center

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Academy (OLSHA)

Rock Valley Students for Life Club

St. Anthony Catholic Church

St. Bridget Catholic Church

St. James, Belvidere

St. Mary Oratory

St. Paul Lutheran Church

Faith Center Holy Family Catholic Church Holy Spirit Catholic Church Madonna Renewal Center Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Academy (OLSHA) Rock Valley Students for Life Club St. Anthony Catholic Church St. Bridget Catholic Church St. James, Belvidere St. Mary Oratory St. Paul Lutheran Church

Participating Organizations

Testimonials

  • Attended today's rally with my wife. What a wonderful Experience & such enthusiasm, especially by the young people.. God is definitely on the "Move". Wonderful Speakers, God bless you in all of your efforts. Look forward to all the "next" events while the Lord's return is in the "Waiting Stage."

    Bob B.

  • Thank you for more inspiration to put faith into action.

    Sarah L.

  • I've always wanted to attend the 'March for Life' in Washington, D.C. and this felt as fulfilling and inspiring as I could ever imagine. Let us continue our prayers.....

    Frank N.