2021 Calendar

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FAMILY RESEARCH COUNCIL and FRC ACTION

2021 CALENDAR Our vision is a culture in which all human life is valued, families flourish, and religious liberty thrives.

MAKING AN IMPACT IN 2021 Dear Friends, I am delighted to present our beautiful 2021 Calendar. Please find a prominent place to display and enjoy it all year!

Your continued partnership with Family Research Council (FRC) and FRC Action is appreciated more than you know. On behalf of our entire team, I thank you for your faithful prayers and financial support, enabling us to stand firm in our calling to uphold truth.

In 2021, we expect increased challenges to faith, family, and freedom with many working relentlessly to advance a liberal agenda on our country. The Lord has uniquely positioned FRC and FRC Action on the front lines at such a time as this, and we give Him praise and honor for every victory. We are committed to never wavering and to being your voice in the halls of government and across the nation.

Your support allows us to produce quality research from a biblical worldview, influence pro-faith, pro-family, and pro-freedom policies, and educate and mobilize Christians across the country to think nationally and act locally. As we look ahead to 2021 and beyond, we are thankful to work alongside partners like you who share a common heart for America’s future.

None of our accomplishments would be possible without the leading hand of God and your support. I hope you remember that every time you look at your calendar. Together, we can advance a culture in which all human life is valued, families flourish, and religious liberty thrives!

Standing (Eph. 6:13),

Tony Perkins, President P.S. In 2021, FRC will be the starting the second year of our two-year Stand on the Word Bible reading program. If you have not already, please join us by visiting frc.org/Bible to get started today!

SHAPING THE FUTURE On one side you see the radical Left pursuing their anti-Christian agenda of expanding abortion-on-demand up to the day of birth and paid for by taxpayers, promoting LGBTQ ideology and special rights, undermining natural marriage and parental rights, and silencing biblical values in the public square.

On the other side, FRC and FRC Action, along with millions of faith-filled Americans, proclaim that every life is precious from conception to natural death… that marriage between a man and a woman is not only biblical, but social science also agrees that it leads to better outcomes for all family members and society… that free speech is healthy and necessary for our republic… and that religious liberty is our God-given and constitutional right that must be protected at all costs.

As these fundamental issues of faith, family, and freedom are being debated in the public square, too many Americans have resigned themselves to sit on the sidelines of history. However, FRC and FRC Action will stay on the front lines: shaping the discussions, shifting the narrative, and standing boldly for truth.

OUR VISION Family Research Council’s vision is a prevailing culture in which all human life is valued, families flourish, and religious liberty thrives.

OUR MISSION Family Research Council’s mission is to advance faith, family, and freedom in public policy and the culture from a biblical worldview.

UNITED STATES CAPITOL

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For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.

Jeremiah 29:11

New Year’s Day

New Congress Sworn In

Religious Freedom Day

Sanctity of Human Life Sunday

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Inauguration Day

March for Life / ProLifeCon

Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. — Martin Luther King, Jr.

THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL

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Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.

In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Rosa Parks Day

Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday

Presidents’ Day George Washington’s Birthday Marriage Sunday / Valentine’s Day

Susan B. Anthony’s Birthday

Ash Wednesday

We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of Heaven . . . we have grown in numbers, wealth, and power as no other nation has grown. — Abraham Lincoln

JEFFERSON MEMORIAL

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See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?

I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.

Isaiah 43:19

Daylight Saving Time begins

St. Patrick’s Day

World Down Syndrome Day

Palm Sunday

National Vietnam War Veterans Day

The life of the nation is secure only while the nation is honest, truthful, and virtuous. — Frederick Douglass

WASHINGTON MONUMENT

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Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: the old has gone, the new is here!

2 Corinthians 5:17

Good Friday

Easter Sunday

Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday

When we preach Christ crucified, we have no reason to stammer, or stutter, or hesitate, or apologize; there is nothing in the gospel of which we have any cause to be ashamed. — C.H. Spurgeon

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE BUILDING

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The LORD makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the LORD upholds him with his hand.

Psalm 37:23-24

Foster Care Month

Teacher Appreciation Week

Mother’s Day

National Day of Prayer

Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Armed Forces Day

Pentecost

Memorial Day

There is not a single instance in history in which civil liberty was lost, and religious liberty preserved entire. — John Witherspoon

WHITE HOUSE ROSE GARDEN

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The faithful love of the LORD never ends! His mercies never cease.

Great is His faithfulness. His mercies begin afresh each morning.

Lamentations 3:21-23

D-Day Remembrance

Army Birthday Flag Day

Juneteenth

Father’s Day

The happy Union of these States is a wonder; their Constitution a miracle; their example the hope of Liberty throughout the world. — James Madison

FIREWORKS OVER THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT

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Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Isaiah 40:31

Independence Day

Parents’ Day

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — Declaration of Independence

FRC HEADQUARTERS

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Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:6

Coast Guard Birthday

Purple Heart Day

The only foundation for a useful education in a republic is to be laid in religion. Without it there can be no virtue, and without virtue there can be no liberty, and liberty is the object and life of all republican governments. — Benjamin Rush

THE SOUTH LAWN AT THE WHITE HOUSE

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If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.

2 Chronicles 7:14

Labor Day

Patriot Day / 9-11 Remembrance

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day

Air Force Birthday

Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people.

It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other. — John Adams

THE JEFFERSON MEMORIAL

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The fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, self control.

Galatians 5:22-23

Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem

Pastor Appreciation Day

Columbus Day

Navy Birthday

National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day

Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. — Harriet Tubman

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Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind, for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.

Psalm 107:8-9

National Adoption Month

Election Day

Daylight Savings Time ends International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church

Marine Corps Birthday

Veterans Day

Orphan Sunday

Thanksgiving Day

Hanukkah (first day)

Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, Religion and Morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of Patriotism, who should labor to subvert these great Pillars of human happiness. — George Washington

THE WHITE HOUSE LIBRARY

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She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sin.

Matthew 1:21

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

National Guard Birthday

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

New Year’s Eve

Religion in a family is at once its brightest ornament & its best security. – Samuel Adams

FRC and FRC Action Programs, Projects, and Publications To fulfill our mission of advancing faith, family, and freedom in public policy and the culture from a biblical worldview.

STUDENT INTERN PROGRAM FRC is equipping and inspiring the next generation of leaders who will take up the call of advancing faith, family, freedom in the sphere of influence to which God leads them. FRC’s interns receive intensive training in a biblical worldview and work closely with FRC experts and staff, gaining and honing skills that will be critical to their personal and professional futures and the future of the culture.

RESEARCH We have a team of experts on faith, family, and freedom policy issues and are uniquely positioned in Washington, D.C., to be the “go-to” organization for biblically grounded research in public policy. We closely track cultural trends and developments, write publications and materials that apply Christian principles to the questions Americans are facing, and delve into social science data to provide public policy makers with expert analysis to guide their decisions. Also, through FRC Action, we examine candidates’ stances on family values to equip and educate the public to vote their values.

PUBLICATIONS Since our founding, Family Research Council has been committed to producing quality research that is grounded in biblical truth. Our team of experts daily analyze policies for their pro-life impact, affect on the family, and position on religious liberty.

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INFLUENCE SEX EDUCATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS: SEXUALIZATION OF CHILDREN AND LGBT INDOCTRINATION

We impact our culture for Christ by helping political and ministry leaders frame national discussions on faith, family, and freedom public policy issues through a biblical worldview.

TOP 10 MYTHS ABOUT ABORTION

By Ingrid Skop M.D.

BY CATHY RUSE

Biblical Worldview Series

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Sex Education in Public Schools:

Sexualization of Children and LGBT Indoctrination

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Top 10 Myths About Abortion

The SPLC’s Teaching Tolerance: What Parents, Teachers, and Administrators Need to Know

POLICY AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

“TRUE BLUE”MEMBERS IN CONGRESS

FRC’s Policy and Government Affairs department works behind the scenes on Capitol Hill and in state legislatures to advise and lobby for pro-faith, pro-family, and pro-freedom policies. Thanks to our allies in Congress acting on FRC’s research and talking points, we have seen dangerous legislation stopped and principled policies brought forward.

Government Affairs also tracks hundreds of bills at the state and local level to keep Americans informed on legislation impacting biblical values.

The 116th Congress had the benefit of working with one of the most conservative presidents in history. And they had plenty to show for it, especially on the issues that matter most. From votes on repealing the Obama administration’s transgender military policy to supporting the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, 51 senators and 90 representatives showed off their pro-life, pro-family bona fides. The coveted “True Blue” title goes only to members of Congress scoring a perfect 100 percent on the FRC Action Scorecard.

In February 2020, FRC Action recognized 141 “True Blue” members in Congress, presenting theses principled conservative leaders with an award and thanking them for their unwavering commitment and consistent support for biblical values. FRC Action looks forward to continued partnership with these “True Blue” allies to advance the values and legislation that matters to your family.

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Airing on 372 stations, “Washington Watch with Tony Perkins” reaches 41 states with a total population coverage of 75 million Americans.*

EDUCATION We promote Christian principles through a variety of channels to encourage believers to stand for their biblical values while understanding opposing viewpoints.

*Stats accurate as of summer 2020

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VALUES VOTER SUMMIT

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Created in 2006, the Values Voter Summit provides a forum to inform and mobilize citizens across America to preserve the bedrock values of natural marriage, religious liberty, sanctity of life, and limited government that make our nation strong. Past speakers have included Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. President Trump gave the keynote address at the 2019 Saturday night Faith, Family & Freedom Gala to a capacity crowd as we kicked off a night to honor Pastor Andrew Brunson with the Cost of Discipleship Award one year after his miraculous release from Turkey.

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Number of attendees to the 2019 Values Voter Summit

Number of credentialed media members who covered the event

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Value of TV publicity garnered through news coverage

ENGAGING SAGE CONS FRC Action, Faith Family Freedom Fund, and FRC’s church outreach work strategically to connect with spiritually active, governance engaged conservatives (SAGE Cons) who share our values to educate them on the issues, mobilize them on Election Day, and rally them to take action in support of important legislative priorities.

Stand Courageous is a critical strategy to challenge, affirm, and equip men in their call to be men of God, the spiritual leaders in their homes, servants in their churches, and influencers in their communities.

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We’re raising up Community Impact Teams (CI Teams) in as many churches and ministries as possible. CI Team leaders are cultivated and equipped through virtual and regional training seminars and ongoing resources. With over 8,000 CI Teams in all 50 states, this network is vital in all aspects of moving the culture, from voter registration drives and voter guide distribution to disaster relief, adopt-aschool initiatives, Human Trafficking Awareness Sunday, and other projects that are influencing communities and impacting outcomes.

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FRC Action works with other Christian groups around the country to produce voter guides for many contested national, state, and local races. FRC Action promotes these voter guides in get-out-the-vote alerts throughout election season to thousands of grassroots constituents.

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