Almost 350 guests jo ined us at Crystal Gardens on Oct. 8th for the 32nd Annual Focus on Life Dinner. The President of Michigan Lutherans for Life, Pastor Paul Clark from Fowler, MI was our guest speaker. His message – “The Beat Goes On: Marching Onward in the Battle for Life” – was an encouragement as we approached the all-important, challenging November 5 election. He reminded the clergy in attendance that this is a spiritual, moral and ethical issue, and it is their duty to address these life and death issues from the pulpit.
Pastor Clark’s words of courage helped us as we fought to “Make America Prolife Again”. While we do not have a recording of the evening, Pastor Clark was kind enough to send us the transcript of his talk. Please let us know if you would like a copy of “The Beat Goes On” to share with friends (and especially pastors) not at the dinner.
THANK YOU to our sponsors and guests who helped us raise over $63,000 to help Right to Life of Michigan keep up the good fight. An additional $4500 was raised for RTL – Livingston County.
You made the evening a success!
KEYNOTE ADDRESS:
Over the past three decades, Pastor Clark has been a compelling speaker at numerous events, banquets, and rallies across the state, advocating for the sanctity of human life. He has actively participated in various committees, working tirelessly to address critical issues such as abortion and physician-assisted suicide in Michigan.
Pastor Clark’s devotion extends beyond his professional life. He and his wife, Elizabeth, have celebrated 44 years of marriage. Their family has grown through the blessing of adoption, and they now enjoy the love and joy of grandchildren.
Pastor Clark firmly believes that the sanctity of human life is the paramount issue of our time. He passionately advocates for public education and awareness, along with the application of Christian love and compassion to those affected by these issues. He is optimistic that through these efforts, the pro-life movement will succeed, and our nation will reaffirm the dignity and sanctity of human life.
EMCEE:
Joe Hune is the father of Alex.
Joe is the husband of Marcia. He is also a Right to Life Livingston Board Member, former Michigan State Senator, former Michigan State House Member, and current companion of Joe’s Camels.
THE 2024 Banquet Donors and WHO'S WHO IN PRO-LIFE LC
You are encouraged to join those listed below who have committed to support RTL LC in our banquet as champions of the pro-life movement in Livingston County.
sponsors
churches
Community Bible Church
Cornerstone
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Our Savior Lutheran
Place of Refuge
Saint Augustine Catholic Church
Saint John the Baptist Knights of Columbus & Life Defenders
Saint Mary Pinckney Knights of Columbus
Saint Patrick Catholic Church
Saint Paul Lutheran Church Fowler
SonRise
Elected officials
Representative Bob Bezotte – 50th District
Representative Ann Bollin – 48th district
Terry Croft – Genoa Township Trustee
Roger Deaton – County Commissioner
Brandon Denby -Livingston County Register of Deeds
Dave Domas – County Commissioner
Jay Drick – County Commissioner
Nick Fiani – County Commissioner
Jay Gross – County Commissioner
Doug Helzerman – County Commissioner
Brian Jonckheere – Drain Commissioner
Harold Melton – Howell Township Trustee
Sheriff Mike Murphy
Wes Nakagiri – County Commissioner
David Roddy – Handy Township Trustee
Frank Sample – County Commissioner
Marty Smith – County Commissioner
Senator Lana Theis