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Why are Pro-Life Candidates Winning in the Midterms? | Kelsey Pritchard SBA Pro-Life America

Why are Pro-Life Candidates Winning in the Midterms? | Kelsey Pritchard SBA Pro-Life America

As the midterms are ramping up, it can easy for many political candidates to shy…
October 21, 2026
How Should Christians Approach Politics? | Chris St. John

How Should Christians Approach Politics? | Chris St. John

As the midterms are approaching, many Christians can feel a pressure about how to engage…
October 14, 2026
What Is the State of the Pro-Life Movement? | Maggie DeWitte

What Is the State of the Pro-Life Movement? | Maggie DeWitte

The approval of the FDA commissioner, shield laws, mail in abortion drug, and the midterms.…
October 7, 2026
Mississippi River Church-State Partnership Tour

Mississippi River Church-State Partnership Tour

Explore the Mississippi River Church-State Partnership Tour and how Iowa churches, ministry leaders, and government…
October 7, 2026
Church Ambassador Network: Equipping Texas Churches to Engage Government

Church Ambassador Network: Equipping Texas Churches to Engage Government

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas prepares congregations to honor God with their vote.
October 6, 2026
Impact the 2026 Election: Defending Iowa Families & Marriage

Impact the 2026 Election: Defending Iowa Families & Marriage

The FAMiLY Leader urges Iowa Christians to get educated and vote in the November 3…
October 5, 2026
Pro-Life Advocate Wants Heidi Overton Nomination Blocked Unless Mail-Order Abortions Halted

Pro-Life Advocate Wants Heidi Overton Nomination Blocked Unless Mail-Order Abortions Halted

Bob Vander Plaats featured in LifeNews article
September 28, 2026
All In To Win: Who is the Guy Who Defied the Primary Odds? | Austin Stubbs

All In To Win: Who is the Guy Who Defied the Primary Odds? | Austin Stubbs

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas is building trusted relationships with public servants, ministering to…
September 23, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – September 21, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – September 21, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
September 21, 2026
It’s Here: All In to Win, the Official Podcast of The FAMiLY Leader

It’s Here: All In to Win, the Official Podcast of The FAMiLY Leader

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas is building trusted relationships with public servants, ministering to…
September 9, 2026
A Season of Opportunity: Equipping the Church & Defending Families

A Season of Opportunity: Equipping the Church & Defending Families

As key elections approach, The FAMiLY Leader equips believers to stand for biblical truth, strengthen…
September 2, 2026
Restoration News: Putting God at the Head of the Table

Restoration News: Putting God at the Head of the Table

Bob Vander Plaats says communities flourish when God guides public policy.
August 13, 2026
A Major SCOTUS Win & a Recap of the 2026 FAMiLY Leader Summit

A Major SCOTUS Win & a Recap of the 2026 FAMiLY Leader Summit

SCOTUS upholds a landmark protection of women’s sports and The FAMiLY Leader reflects on the…
August 5, 2026
Beyond ‘Pro-Life’: Why We Must Protect the Unborn Through the 14th Amendment Nationwide
By Bob Vander Plaats

Beyond ‘Pro-Life’: Why We Must Protect the Unborn Through the 14th Amendment Nationwide
By Bob Vander Plaats

By Bob Vander Plaats. The Church Ambassador Network is seeing encouraging signs of renewal across…
July 6, 2026
America 250 IA

America 250 IA

America’s 250th birthday provides us with a unique opportunity to celebrate the foundation of faith…
March 19, 2026
Iowa Prayer Rally for Life Recap

Iowa Prayer Rally for Life Recap

Recap of the Iowa Prayer Rally for Life held on February 5, 2026
February 6, 2026
Moms for Liberty Debate

Moms for Liberty Debate

Iowa gubernatorial candidates debate. Hosted by Moms for Liberty.
January 27, 2026
Year End 2025 – The FAMiLY Leader

Year End 2025 – The FAMiLY Leader

Inspire the Church. Impact elections. Influence policy. Ignite partnership.
January 8, 2026
Why are Pro-Life Candidates Winning in the Midterms? | Kelsey Pritchard SBA Pro-Life America

Why are Pro-Life Candidates Winning in the Midterms? | Kelsey Pritchard SBA Pro-Life America

As the midterms are ramping up, it can easy for many political candidates to shy…
October 21, 2026
How Should Christians Approach Politics? | Chris St. John

How Should Christians Approach Politics? | Chris St. John

As the midterms are approaching, many Christians can feel a pressure about how to engage…
October 14, 2026
What Is the State of the Pro-Life Movement? | Maggie DeWitte

What Is the State of the Pro-Life Movement? | Maggie DeWitte

The approval of the FDA commissioner, shield laws, mail in abortion drug, and the midterms.…
October 7, 2026
All In To Win: Who is the Guy Who Defied the Primary Odds? | Austin Stubbs

All In To Win: Who is the Guy Who Defied the Primary Odds? | Austin Stubbs

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas is building trusted relationships with public servants, ministering to…
September 23, 2026
All In To Win: Who Was Charlie Kirk? | Joe Mitchell

All In To Win: Who Was Charlie Kirk? | Joe Mitchell

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas is building trusted relationships with public servants, ministering to…
September 16, 2026
All In To Win: What’s Going On In The News? | Victoria Nerem

All In To Win: What’s Going On In The News? | Victoria Nerem

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas is building trusted relationships with public servants, ministering to…
September 9, 2026
It’s Here: All In to Win, the Official Podcast of The FAMiLY Leader

It’s Here: All In to Win, the Official Podcast of The FAMiLY Leader

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas is building trusted relationships with public servants, ministering to…
September 9, 2026
Pro-Life Advocate Wants Heidi Overton Nomination Blocked Unless Mail-Order Abortions Halted

Pro-Life Advocate Wants Heidi Overton Nomination Blocked Unless Mail-Order Abortions Halted

Bob Vander Plaats featured in LifeNews article
September 28, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – September 21, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – September 21, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
September 21, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – September 14, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – September 14, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
September 14, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – August 31, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – August 31, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
August 31, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – August 24, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – August 24, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
August 24, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – August 17, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – August 17, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
August 17, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – August 10, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – August 10, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
August 10, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – June 29, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – June 29, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
June 29, 2026
BVP’s Top 3 – June 22, 2026

BVP’s Top 3 – June 22, 2026

BVP appears on The Steve Deace Show.
June 22, 2026
Church Ambassador Network: Equipping Texas Churches to Engage Government

Church Ambassador Network: Equipping Texas Churches to Engage Government

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas prepares congregations to honor God with their vote.
October 6, 2026
CAN Texas: Advancing the Kingdom Through Service & Influence

CAN Texas: Advancing the Kingdom Through Service & Influence

The Church Ambassador Network of Texas is building trusted relationships with public servants, ministering to…
September 2, 2026
CAN Hosts 29th Church-State Partnership Tour with HHS Leadership

CAN Hosts 29th Church-State Partnership Tour with HHS Leadership

The Church Ambassador Network hosted U.S. Asst. Secretary Alex Adams & Rep. Zach Nunn in…
September 2, 2026
Church-State Partnership Tour: Ankeny

Church-State Partnership Tour: Ankeny

Speaking at a Church Ambassador Network event Tuesday morning at Keystone Church in Ankeny, a…
August 25, 2026
Building Bridges Across Texas: Churches Serving Public Servants and Communities

Building Bridges Across Texas: Churches Serving Public Servants and Communities

Church Ambassador Network of Texas strengthens relationships between church and government leaders throughout Texas, hosting…
August 5, 2026
Church Ambassador Network Hosts the 28th Church-State Partnership Tour

Church Ambassador Network Hosts the 28th Church-State Partnership Tour

The Church Ambassador Network continues fostering a relationship of growth between church and state organizations,…
August 5, 2026
The FAMiLY Leader Becomes an International Model

The FAMiLY Leader Becomes an International Model

The FAMiLY Leader’s Approach to Church and State Partnership Expands Across the Nation and the…
July 7, 2026
The FAMiLY Leader Continues to Gain Momentum in Texas

The FAMiLY Leader Continues to Gain Momentum in Texas

The FAMiLY Leader gains momentum in Texas as it connects with ministry and government organizations…
July 7, 2026
The FAMiLY Leader Supports Recent Iowa Legislative Wins

The FAMiLY Leader Supports Recent Iowa Legislative Wins

The FAMiLY Leader’s five endorsed candidates in Iowa’s primary election cycle win their races.
July 7, 2026
Mississippi River Church-State Partnership Tour

Mississippi River Church-State Partnership Tour

Explore the Mississippi River Church-State Partnership Tour and how Iowa churches, ministry leaders, and government…
October 7, 2026
Impact the 2026 Election: Defending Iowa Families & Marriage

Impact the 2026 Election: Defending Iowa Families & Marriage

The FAMiLY Leader urges Iowa Christians to get educated and vote in the November 3…
October 5, 2026
Impact the 2026 Election: Defending Iowa Families & Marriage

Impact the 2026 Election: Defending Iowa Families & Marriage

With key races ahead, The FAMiLY Leader is working to elect leaders who defend biblical…
September 2, 2026
Restoration News: Putting God at the Head of the Table

Restoration News: Putting God at the Head of the Table

Bob Vander Plaats says communities flourish when God guides public policy.
August 13, 2026
A Major SCOTUS Win & a Recap of the 2026 FAMiLY Leader Summit

A Major SCOTUS Win & a Recap of the 2026 FAMiLY Leader Summit

SCOTUS upholds a landmark protection of women’s sports and The FAMiLY Leader reflects on the…
August 5, 2026
The Washington Times: Spread of abortion pills casts pall over Dobbs anniversary for pro-life side

The Washington Times: Spread of abortion pills casts pall over Dobbs anniversary for pro-life side

Featuring insight from Bob Vander Plaats
July 7, 2026
10 Policy Wins and One Big Question for Iowa’s Future

10 Policy Wins and One Big Question for Iowa’s Future

The 2026 Iowa legislative session brought major pro-family policy victories, including protections for children, school…
June 1, 2026
2026 Iowa Legislative Wins: Pro-Life, Pro-Family, and Parental Rights Victories

2026 Iowa Legislative Wins: Pro-Life, Pro-Family, and Parental Rights Victories

April was a monumental month for the Church Ambassador Network with historic changes made to…
May 6, 2026
Historic Foster Care Reform Expands Faith-Based Training and Services in Iowa

Historic Foster Care Reform Expands Faith-Based Training and Services in Iowa

April was a monumental month for the Church Ambassador Network with historic changes made to…
May 5, 2026

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