On Friday, February 7, 2025, Texas Alliance for Life hosted its latest Leadership Circle Luncheon in Austin. Our dedicated donors and guests came together for a delicious meal, allowing time for fellowship, followed by inspiring messages and organizational updates. 

State Board of Education Member Tom Maynard delivered an engaging keynote address on the importance of pro-life leadership and education, setting a tone of encouragement and action. Texas Alliance for Life Executive Director Dr. Joe Pojman, President Joseph Kinlin, J.D., Vice President J.J. Haley, and Financial Development Director Lance Peterson also spoke, sharing updates on our ongoing efforts to protect life and advance pro-life policies in Texas as well as important dates and details for upcoming events.

We are deeply grateful for our Leadership Circle donors, whose generosity allows us to continue changing hearts and saving lives across the state.

Below are links to videos of each speaker’s message from the event.

Joseph Kinlin, J.D., President of the Texas Alliance for Life, welcomed attendees to the February 2025 Leadership Circle Luncheon, introduced the speaker for the invocation, and acknowledged TAL Board members.

Reverend Greg Davidson provided the invocation for the 2025 February Leadership Circle Luncheon.

Texas Alliance for Life Executive Director and Founder Joe Pojman, Ph.D., provided pro-life election, judicial, and legislative updates.

The Honorable Tom Maynard, a Texas State Board of Education member, discussed his ongoing efforts to protect our schools from the influence of the liberal agenda. He shared insights into his work, ensuring that textbooks and educational materials reflect traditional values. Tom also answered questions from the audience, offering a deeper look into his mission and the importance of education policy.

Texas Alliance for Life Vice President J.J. Haley revealed the date and location for this year’s highly anticipated Annual Benefit Dinner. This key event supports Texas Alliance for Life’s mission and provides an opportunity for pro-life advocates to come together in support of the cause. Be sure to mark your calendars for this special evening!

Lance Peterson, Financial Development Director at Texas Alliance for Life, shared exciting details about this year’s Walk for Life. This event plays a vital role in supporting the pro-life movement in Texas, and Lance offered insight into how participants can get involved and make a difference.