Vermont Right to Life Committee

VRLC seeks to change public opinion, policy, the law and behavior to respect the right to life and reject abortion, euthanasia and other actions that deny life

Dobbs Decision 4th BIRTHday Picnic ~ Saturday, June 20, 2026

Saturday, June 20, 2026
on the lawn at Vermont’s State House
11:30am – 2:00pm

(115 State Street, Montpelier, Vermont)

We will be celebrating everyone’s BIRTHday,
along with the BIRTH of America and the
Right to LIFE!

This event is geared for families of all ages and will feature:

  • a bouncy house for kids
  • the “Juggling Priest”
  • games and prizes
  • music and sing-a-longs
  • hot dogs, watermelon, popcorn, cake and ice cream
  • and more!

All Essay Contest participants are invited
to be part of a group photo to be taken on the steps of the State House.

Two prayer services are being offered BEFORE the picnic gets underway:

  • 10:30 am: Join Bishop John McDermott as he celebrates the Annual Respect Life Mass at St. Augustine Church, 16 Barre St, Montpelier
  • 10:30 am: “An Appeal to Heaven” – join for a time of prayer and worship on the State House steps led by Lighthouse Christian Church

Spread the word on your socials, bring your family, invite your friends and pastors.
Let’s show Vermont that LIFE and BIRTHdays and America are worth celebrating!

Note: Street parking in Montpelier is free on Saturdays.

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At Vermont Right to Life we recognize the need to pass the torch to the next generation of pro-lifers. That is why we use every venue possible to reach them through social media, our local chapters, the county fairs, the Essay Contest and so much more. I hope you can help us fulfill the mission that has been entrusted to us for over 55 years. Please send what you can today! A gift of any size will make you a proud member of Vermont’s only statewide, pro-life organization.

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