What did the students say about JLI?

• "The Trip to Care Pregnancy Center was definitely my favorite part. Seeing the ultrasound and getting those basic facts of early life and abortion fired me up for the rest of the week. The ultrasound made me think, "That's what we're fighting for.""
  
• This was THE BEST camp I've ever been to. I've never been more touched at any other camp or retreat.
• I loved how open everyone was about exposing the truths of these issues. I really enjoyed how everything came together, in the sense that everything we learned we put into action, and we really got to see and experience new things.
• Learning facts and methods aren't enough. You have to go out and put what you learned to practice. One person can change so much.
• I learned my true passion for defending life in every form.

What went down at JLI?
Here is a look at some of the exciting sessions/events at JLI 2010:

• How Abortion Effects Women --> Interaction at Pregnancy Center

  Dr. John Bruchalski, a former abortionist who now runs an impressive pro-life medical clinic in Fairfax, VA, joined the students the first two days to discuss abortion, its effect on women, and what it means to make a difference. The picture at the right shows Dr. Bruchalski with students considering medical professions. After the good doctor, students visited with the Care Pregnancy Center and were able to see a live ultrasound and mock counseling session. Thank you Care Pregnancy Center!

• Pro-Life Persuasion --> Activism at LSU

  Next, nationally-renown pro-life apologetics trainer Steve Wagner from Justice for All spent four hours with the students preparing them to effectively speak with strangers about abortion. The next day, our students ventured to LSU's free speech alley, student center, and quad to engage others in a survey on abortion. Though timid at first, the JLI students gracefully dialogued with many people, and were even able to change the minds of some. The photo at the right shows JLI chaperone Dominique discussing abortion with an LSU student.

• Media/Radio Practice

  Three of our JLIers, Camille, Grace, and Joey, went on Baton Rouge Catholic Radio on the Wednesday morning of JLI to discuss JLI, especially the trip to LSU. Scroll back up to hear the interview and get a first-hand perspective of JLI!

• Sidewalk Counseling Training --> Prayer at Abortion Facility

  Also on Wednesday, Maria Graham, an experienced sidewalk counselor from Dallas, trained the students in the ins and outs of sidewalk counseling, giving them the tools to save lives.  Afterwards, she accompanied the students as they prayed in front of Delta abortion facility. The photo at the left shows Addy, a JLI student, leading the group in prayer.

• Some Fun! Rock Climbing at LSU

  While the week was intense, the students had a great time Wednesday evening at the indoor rock climbing gym at LSU.

• Stem Cell Research and End of Life Issues

  The students also were educated in the technical aspects of stem cell research (by Benjamin Clapper of Louisiana Right to Life) and end of life issues (by local hospice administrator Ryan Verret). The students were so inquisitive that the stem cell talk lasted three hours... and they loved it (seriously!)!

• Terri's Story with Bobby Schindler

  To conclude the week, the students were able to hear from and spend time with Bobby Schindler, the brother of the late Terri Schiavo. His testimony and example of courage sealed in the students' hearts a desire to speak for the weak, whether unborn, disabled, or elderly.

• Other Sessions/Events: "Choices" Panel, Chastity and Purpose, Small Groups, JLI CoffeeHouse, Skits, and much much more!