Note of Gratitude

Thanksgiving is a favorite holiday for many for a number of reasons. It is a uniquely American holiday where we collectively pause to give thanks to God’s provisions, blessings and mercy. And we should be thankful for all that we have.

The Smith family has meaningful Thanksgiving traditions just as many American families do, but this year I am specifically convicted regarding the work IFI is doing to protect Illinois families as we gather around our table to give thanks. IFI has stood in the gap for Illinois families for more than 32 years now, and our work in that area has increased. One of the main tenants of our mission is to promote strong families – an endeavor that has become both more complex and more necessary as our society devalues parental authority and the importance of families.