Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
In this week’s episode, IFI’s David Smith hosts a “Generation Z” roundtable discussion focusing on the topic of “Pride Month.”
This discussion will break down the next generation’s view on LGBTQ issues, the reality of growing up with “Pride Month,” pursuing fidelity and marriage, and so much more.
“The void in our hearts that we’re looking for can only be filled by Jesus Christ…”
The roundtable also examines the importance of God’s design for marriage, sexuality, and family; the role of parents in guiding children; and why Christians must respond with both courage and compassion.… Continue Reading
Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
Recently, Laura Hois, a candidate for State Representative District 81, successfully settled a lawsuit against the Downers Grove Park District.
In order to understand why this is cause for celebration, context is needed.
Her lawsuit states that on July 30, 2024 and other occasions, Hois was excessively deprived of exercising her freedom of speech. During her campaign, she would regularly hold speeches at her local parks located in Downers Grove.… Continue Reading
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In this special edition of Spotlight, Nancy Pearcey dives into the biblical truth of what it means to love the body that God has given to you.
Nancy Pearcey is a Professor and scholar in resident at Houston Christian University and is a best-selling author of over a dozen books including Total Truth, Love Thy Body, and The Toxic War on Masculinity.
In this conversation, Nancy will expose the devastation of the transgender movement.… Continue Reading
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This edition of Illinois Family Spotlight features special guest, Christopher Parr of Princeton University.
Christopher Parr, along with Professor Robert George, is part of a volunteer team that leads the June Fidelity Month initiative — a positive alternative to “Pride Month” that encourages faithfulness to God, family, and community.
With America drifting more and more away from faith, family, and freedom, Fidelity Month seeks to once again unify Americans around the core values of our faith in God, our founding documents, our covenant marriages, and our families.… Continue Reading
Written by Alyssa Sonnenburg
Illinois State Representative Barbara Hernandez (D-Aurora) and State Senator Celina Villanueva (D-Chicago) co-sponsored the bill, HB5093.
This bill would expand in-state tuition eligibility for students who are here illegally attending a public Illinois university. Lawmakers want to make sure that illegal immigrants receive the same tuition reduction perks as legal, law-abiding Illinois residents.
Unfortunately, but unsurprisingly, this bill passed both Houses with Democrats in favor and Republicans in opposition.
Once again, Illinois Democrats prove that illegal immigrants are equal to legal, Illinois residents and deserve to be compensated with your hard-earned tax dollars.… Continue Reading
Tags: AIR, Andrew Chesney, Barbara Hernandez, Celina Villanueva, college, Democrats, education, Governor Pritzker, HB5093, NEXUS, taxes
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June 3, 2026 5:00 AM | 
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This week’s episode of Illinois Family Spotlight features highlights from a Springfield prayer gathering that IFI was a part of.
Illinois is in a spiritual battle. Yes, our voices and our votes are important. But, the deeper issue is a lack of repentance and faith in God.
IFI’s Executive Director, David Smith, was able to give an address at this prayer gathering.
“Can we not see that God is beginning to curse our blessings?
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In this episode of Spotlight, David Smith and Jenna Smith sit down with Rebecca Leland, founder of the ministry group, “UnSingling.”
UnSingling is a Christ-centered ministry specifically designed for Christians singles to meet, connect, and (hopefully) find their spouse.
In this episode, Rebecca Leland unpacks the current dating landscape and how Christians can still be intentional about finding faith-centered community.
“In the Christian dating realm, it is almost impossible feeling to find any kind of specific location that you can go to and know almost for certain that the majority are actually Christian and that the majority are seeking a spouse…”
This is a fun conversation that you do not want to miss. … Continue Reading
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In this episode of Illinois Family Spotlight, David Smith sits down with Stephanie Trussell to discuss the political climate in Illinois.
Stephanie Trussell is a Christian, wife, mom, grandmother, radio host, and candidate for the 42nd House District who epmphatically says:
“I want to make it easier… for people to achieve the American Dream…
[Illinois is] the greatest state in the nation– we have the worst leaders.
In this conversation, Stephanie talks about the importance of standing on the biblical principles of faith, family, and life in the realm of politics.… Continue Reading
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In this episode of Illinois Family Spotlight, IFI’s David Smith sits down with Thomas Hampson to discuss the pending legislation that is aimed at usurping parental rights.
Thomas Hampson is an Air Force veteran where he served as an intelligence analyst in Western Europe. He served as Chief Investigator for the Illinois Legislation Investigative Commission and served on the Chicago Crime Commission as a Board member.
His investigative work led him to start his organization, Truth Alliance Foundation, which is dedicated to protecting children from sexual abuse, exploitation, and trafficking.… Continue Reading
Tags: children, education, HB 4834, Illinois, legislation, mental health, parental rights, SB 3138, Thomas Hampson, Truth Alliance Foundation
Illinois Politics, Marriage, Family & Culture | Alyssa Sonnenburg | May 6, 2026 5:00 AM | Comments Off on Illinois is Taking Control Away From Parents: What You Need to Know
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Passed in 2017, the Illinois TRUST Act set heavy boundaries on local law enforcement cooperation with federal law enforcement.
Functionally, the Illinois TRUST Act:
- Prohibits local law enforcement from enforcing federal immigration law,
- Prohibits detaining individuals for purely immigration status reasons,
- Prohibits local law enforcement from assisting in federal immigration operations, and
- Prohibits local law enforcement from transferring detainees into ICE custody without proper authorization.
Because of this, Illinois is broadly known as a “sanctuary state” for illegal immigrants.… Continue Reading
Tags: Chapin Rose, Chloe Polzin, Illinois TRUST Act, Joe Abraham, Julio Cucul-Bol, Katie Abraham, Keep Illinois Families Together Act, VOICES Act, Way Forward Act
Crime Culture, Illinois Politics, Immigration | Alyssa Sonnenburg | May 2, 2026 5:00 AM | Comments Off on A Preventable Death—and a Call to Fix Illinois Law
