Cenla Life March Kicks Off In front of Louisiana Christian University

The Cenla Life March was held in Pineville, LA on February 1st. Annually, marchers gather at Louisiana Christian University, formerly known as Louisiana College, to kickoff the march. Marchers traveled from LCU and down Main Street, where they gathered at the flagpole overlooking the Red River for the ending rally. Participants were greeted by a band comprised of local vocalists and musicians of multi-denominations. This year’s emcee, Benjamin Clapper, shared the mission and goal of our annual state marches: to fight for protection for all pre-born life and show support for mothers and fathers.

Sean Corcoran, Men for Life, CEO

The invocation was led by Fr. Luke LaFleur, Director of Vocations at the Alexandria Diocese, followed by keynote speaker, Sean Corcoran, CEO of Men for Life. Sean shared his powerful testimony of being impacted by the loss of his child through abortion, and how God radically transformed his life to now fight for the pre-born. Sean urged men to be involved in the pro-life movement, recognizing that men do have a voice to speak against injustice and changing the culture begins with stronger families and fathers.

Kim Lyons, Executive Director of Cenla Pregnancy Center shared updates on how God is working across their three center locations which provides services at no-cost to women experiencing unplanned pregnancies. The benediction was led by James White, Pastor of Crossroads New Life Tabernacle in Deville. 9 vendors joined us to share about their organizations and non-profits, including Abortion Survivors Network, Live to Love for Life, Men for Life, Lily of the Valley Ministries, among others. Following the march, supporters gathered at a local shave-ice stand, Palmetto’s, to enjoy delicious treats and support their fundraiser benefiting our youth pro-life education across the state.

Louisiana Right to Life enjoy sweet treats at Palmettos after the Cenla March