Send Priests to March for Life

Send Priests of the Diocese to March for Life!

The March for Life is more than a rally — it is a pilgrimage. Over the years, priests from the Diocese of Wichita have had the privilege of accompanying pilgrims to Washington, D.C., serving as chaplains and spiritual companions. Along the way, they celebrate Mass, pray during long bus rides, and stand shoulder to shoulder with youth, families, and parishioners as witnesses to the dignity of every human life.

Their presence ensures that the March is not only an outward statement of faith but also a profound encounter with Christ and His Church. When a priest journeys with our young people, something changes. The long hours on the road become opportunities for honest conversations about faith and life. Questions that might otherwise remain silent find a safe place to be voiced. Teens see their priest not only at the altar, but walking beside them, praying with them, laughing with them, and encouraging them to live their faith with courage and joy.

The sacraments offered along the way — especially daily Mass, the Eucharist, and Reconciliation — anchor the entire pilgrimage in grace. Youth often speak of how receiving the sacraments during the March helps them experience a deepened sense of God’s presence and personal call in their lives. For some, these encounters become turning points: 

• A teen discerning a vocation finds courage through a priest’s witness.
• A young person burdened by past wounds finds healing in confession.
• A student who came just for the trip experiences a renewed relationship with Christ through prayer and the example of their priest’s faith.

Beyond the sacraments, priests help create a sense of spiritual unity among the group. They remind young people that the pro-life movement is not just about activism—it’s about love, human dignity, and the Gospel of Life. Their presence gives the pilgrimage depth, grounding it in prayer, reverence, and hope.

In many ways, our priests help transform the March for Life from an event into an encounter with Christ — an experience that can awaken vocations, deepen discipleship, and inspire lifelong commitment to defending the dignity of every human person. As we prepare for the 2026 March for Life, we’re committed to raising $25,000 to send 20 priests to Washington, D.C. The generosity of supporters like you will directly fund their travel and ministry, ensuring our diocesan family remains prayerfully and sacramentally rooted during this powerful witness for life. Will you join us?