Wow Massive Crowd of Over 50,000 at San Francisco California's 22nd Annual Walk for Life West Coast to Build "A Civilization of Love"

"A Civilization of Love": Tens of Thousands Gather for 22nd Annual Walk for Life West Coast

SAN FRANCISCO – Under clear blue skies on January 24, 2026, the streets of San Francisco were transformed into a sea of prayer and witness as tens of thousands gathered for the 22nd Annual Walk for Life West Coast. Observers noted that this year’s participation was the largest since the COVID-19 pandemic, signaling a renewed and robust momentum for the pro-life movement in the post-Roe era.

Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone was on the stage at Civic Center Plaza greeting the crowd. “Praise God for a beautiful day!” said Archbishop Cordileone. “It is always a joy for us to be together and bear witness to the goodness of life.”

The WALK FOR LIFE prayer vigil, with a large crowd, was held at St. Dominic’s Church, at 5:00PM Hosted by the Dominican Friars at St. Dominic’s Church. They held Vespers at 5:00PM, Mass at 5:30PM and Holy Hour with Confessions 6:30PM to 7:30PM.

A Youthful Witness for Life

The event was marked by a vibrant "culture of encounter," led largely by the next generation of the Church. Students from Newman Centers across the region—including Stanford, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, and Oregon State—joined the faithful from Thomas Aquinas College to provide a joyful, spirited presence.

"When I see the enormous crowd that we had today, especially so many young people standing up with love and hope for women and children, I am filled with gratitude," said rally co-chair Eva Muntean. "You can’t come to the Walk without seeing the promise of a better world."

A Call to Consistency

The Reverend Clenard Childress of BlackGenocide.org closed the rally with a stirring appeal to the roots of the civil rights movement. Drawing a direct line to the Declaration of Independence, Childress issued a firm challenge to those within the Christian community, urging a consistent and unapologetic defense of the unborn.

"You are the continuation of the civil rights movement," Childress told the cheering crowd.

Peaceful Perseverance

While a small group of approximately 90 protesters gathered near the rally site, and a few individuals attempted to obstruct the route, the San Francisco Police Department ensured the path remained clear. The Walk proceeded in the traditional spirit of the event: peaceful, prayerful, and undeterred.

As the 22nd Walk concluded, the message remained clear: the pro-life movement is not merely a political stance, but a mission of love and a commitment to the dignity of every human person.

Here is a summary of the speakers lined up for the 2026 event:

2026 Speaker Profiles

Jason Jones

Jason Jones is a humanitarian, author, and award-winning film producer focused on defending human dignity. As the President of H.E.R.O., he oversees initiatives like the Vulnerable People Project.

His notable film work includes Bella (2006) and The Stoning of Soraya M. (2009). Notably, his short film Crescendo raised over $6 million for pregnancy centers and women’s shelters. He is also the host of The Jason Jones Show and author of The Race to Save Our Century.

Glendie Loranger

Glendie Loranger is the Executive Director of Life Services, a pregnancy medical center in Spokane, Washington.

An ordained pastor with Foursquare International and a former high school teacher, she uses her personal background of recovery from abuse and abortion to minister to others. She is the founder and co-host of the LIFE Renovation Podcast and frequently speaks at schools and churches regarding faith, family, and sexuality.

Elizabeth Barrett

Elizabeth Barrett is a pro-life advocate whose perspective shifted from pro-choice agnostic to Christian following her experience with Abortion Pill Reversal (APR).

Since the birth of her daughter, she has become a prominent public speaker, appearing at Heartbeat International’s Spring into Life conference and the Babies Go to Congress event. She is currently a participant in a California Supreme Court lawsuit defending the efficacy of APR.

Powerful Testimonies of Redemption and Courage

The rally featured speakers who addressed the physical, spiritual, and systemic realities of the pro-life mission:

• Healing After Abortion: Glendie Loranger, Executive Director of Life Services in Spokane, shared her moving journey of recovery and healing from a past of abuse and abortion, now serving as an ordained pastor.

• The Next Steps: Human rights activist Jason Jones challenged the crowd, stating that while the repeal of Roe v. Wade was a "modest first step," the ultimate goal remains the creation of a "civilization of love" for future generations.

• A Miracle of Reversal: In one of the afternoon's most emotional moments, Elizabeth Barrett shared how Abortion Pill Reversal (APR) saved her daughter’s life. She introduced little Evelyn to the crowd, standing as a living testament to the power of progesterone and the courage of mothers who choose a second chance at life.

Honoring a "Heroic Father"

The St. Gianna Molla Award for Pro-Life Heroism was presented posthumously to Tom Vander Woude, who died in 2008 while saving his son with Down syndrome from drowning. His son, Chris Vander Woude, accepted the award and shared updates on his father’s cause for canonization, which is currently being investigated by the Diocese of Arlington, VA.

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