March for Life 2026: Life Is a Gift

Join us and be part of our parish community as we travel together to Washington, D.C. for the National March for Life on Friday, January 23, 2026. This one-day pilgrimage is a powerful opportunity to joyfully witness to the sacred gift and dignity of every human life and to stand as a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Suggested Donation: $45 per person
(Includes round-trip bus transportation)

Register Here!

What Awaits You on This Pilgrimage

• Prayer, music, and meaningful fellowship along the way

• New York Pilgrims Mass in Washington, D.C.

• Confessions available 

• Participation in the National March for Life Rally and March

Tentative Schedule

• 4:45 AM – Bus arrives at Holy Name Church (96th St.)

• 5:00 AM – Departure (usually closer to 5:15–5:20 AM)
  The pilgrimage begins on the bus with prayer, music, and orientation. Time for breakfast included.

• 9:45–10:00 AM – Arrive in Washington, D.C.
  Drop-off at St. Patrick’s (619 10th St NW) for the NY Pilgrims Mass

• 10:30 AM – NY Pilgrims Mass (Confessions available before Mass)

• After Mass – Proceed to the March (route to be announced)

• 12:00–1:00 PM – March for Life Rally

• 1:00–4:00 PM – March for Life

• 3:45 PM – Meet back at the bus
  Pickup at Stanton Park (6th St. & Maryland Ave NE)

• 4:00 PM – Depart for New York

• 9:00–10:00 PM – Arrive home

Please note: The official route, times, and speakers will be announced by the National March for Life closer to the event. Updates will be shared as they become available.

All are invited, families, young adults, and individuals, to join us for this meaningful day of prayerful witness. Come walk with us, proclaiming with faith and hope that life is a gift.