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January 29, 2025 | 9:00 am (doors open at 8:30 am)

Topeka Performing Arts Center | Topeka, KS

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This event is free, registration is requested for communication purposes in case of inclement weather.

Check out our speaker lineup!

Gabriel Cobb is an inspirational, motivational speaker with Down Syndrome. He loves assisting the world to appreciate the gift of those with “a little something extra”.
Leah Darrow is a former reality contestant on America’s Next Top Model turned international Catholic speaker, author, entrepreneur, podcaster and Mama to 7 kids living on an 80 acre farm! Leah is passionate about the gift of life and igniting greatness within others.
Dr. Lisa Gilbert is a board-certified family physician, including prenatal care and obstetrics, at Ascension Via Christi Family Medicine Residency Program in Wichita

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Join us at IGNITE to kick-off the Kansas March for Life and in recognition of the National Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children.  

IGNITE for LIFE is an inspirational, pro-love rally for the protection of preborn children and the dignity of women facing unplanned or challenging pregnancies. 

  • Live music!
  • Motivational speakers!
  • Engaging ministry tables!
  • The celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of Mass with the Bishops of Kansas!

Following IGNITE, all are invited to join in the Kansas March for Life to the capitol for the Kansans for Life rally.  IGNITE for LIFE is sponsored by the Pro-Life Office of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas.

All events are free. Registration requested for the IGNITE rally so that we can communicate in case of inclement weather.

Holy Spirit, ignite our hearts to defend LIFE!

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Event Details

  • 8:30am Doors open
  • 8:50am  Praise & Worship Music by the band “All Things I Am”
  • 9:00am Speaker Program 
  • 10:30am Mass with the Bishops of Kansas 
  • 12:00 pm Join the public to march to the Kansas State Capitol for the Kansans for Life Rally
  • 1:00 - 3:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration at Mater Dei Catholic Parish ( 1114 SW 10th Ave, Topeka)

MINISTRY TABLES:

There will be a variety of Pro-Life Ministry Tables with free and for purchase items set up in the lobby for attendees to visit before and during the event.

Contact the Pro-Life Office at prolife@archkck.org with any questions!

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Lunch Info

Unfortunately, no food is allowed inside the Topeka Performing Arts Center per our contract. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We realize that some will need to eat something if planning to march to the Capitol and take part in the Kansans for Life Rally or a Capitol tour.

Stop by the Mater Dei-Assumption church anytime from 11:00AM to 11:45AM and again from 1:15pm to 2:oopm for a free-will-offering lunch located in Rossiter Hall, lower level.  Chili, cinnamon rolls, hot chocolate, and 7-Weeks Coffee will be served.

If you have a group of 10 or more, please contact Jeanne Gawdun at jeanne@kfl.org.

Here are some other options to consider:

  • Encourage your students to eat a hearty breakfast before coming to IGNITE or provide a snack on their drive to the event.
  • Have your students pack a snack or sandwich in their coat pocket to eat during the march to the capitol.
  • Use the 20 minute break after Mass to eat a sandwich in your bus/cars or outside the TPAC before the March.
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Keynote Speakers

Leah Darrow

Leah Darrow is a former reality contestant on America’s Next Top Model turned international Catholic speaker, author, entrepreneur, podcaster and Mama to 7 kids living on an 80 acre farm!  In addition to earning her Master’s in Theology, Leah has spoken at SEEK, Steubenville and FOCUS conferences, and on EWTN. Her most recent accomplishment, baby Sly, was born at just 22 weeks, and reminds us of “God’s unwavering glory in our lives.”   Leah speaks to people of all ages with the mission of igniting greatness within others. 

 

gabriel Cobb

Gabriel Cobb is an inspirational, motivational speaker with Down syndrome.  He has completed 13 triathlons with no modifications, pushing boundaries and exceeding expectations for people with disabilities.  He loves assisting the world to appreciate the gift of those with “a little something extra”.

Dr. Lisa Gilbert

Dr. Lisa Gilbert is a board-certified family physician, including prenatal care and obstetrics, at Ascension Via Christi Family Medicine Residency Program in Wichita, KS. She has a Master’s degree in Catholic Clinical Ethics, chairs the hospital’s ethics committee, and is the Kansas State Director for the American Academy of Medical Ethics. Dr Gilbert is also an Associate Scholar at the Charlotte Lozier Institute. She is passionate about medical education, women and children’s health, advocacy for vulnerable populations, and medical ethics.  

 

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2025 Event Videos

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