About JPII
informing minds. transforming hearts. saving lives.
A life-saving Mission
The St. JPII Life Center was started in 2010 by Tim and Pat Von Dohlen and Chris and Sheri Danze. Inspired by the life and works of Pope John Paul II and the desire to help women facing unplanned pregnancies, they came together to promote the dignity of life and importance of family in the healthcare and education industries.
The center is a faith based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is committed to saving babies and mothers from abortion through free pregnancy help services, holistic OB-GYN care, and education programs.
Many mothers who seek out abortions do so because they feel they have no other choice. That’s why the St. JPII Life Center works with Vitae Clinic (private OB-GYN clinic), under one roof. Together we support, empower, and educate women on their choices to make the best decision. In a loving and confidential environment, the JPII Life Center provides free pregnancy services while Vitae Clinic provides reproductive medical care and fertility consulting services. Our pro-life physicians and staff are committed to providing comprehensive care and protecting the unborn.
JPII Life Center Leadership
Executive Board
Tim Von Dohlen
President
Patricia Von Dohlen
Vice President
Richard Ames
Vice President
Judy Ames
Secretary
JPII Board
Robert & Claudia Hutton
Linda Ruf
Bill & Kim Moore
Jay & Kelley Lamy
Vitae Board
Dr. Lisa Ellis
Dr. Roger Harden
Dr. Jeremy Kalamarides
Dr. Rebekah Sperling
Dr. Kimberley Warfield
Dr. Blake Weidaw
leadership advisory Board
David Bereit
40 Days for Life
Tim Busch
Napa Institute
Shawn Carney
CEO, 40 Days for Life
Dede Chism
Bella Health + Wellness
Majorie Dannenfeiser
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America
Chuck Donovan
Charlotte Lozier Institute
Heather Gardner
Central Texas Coalition for Life
Marissa Guarino
Diocese Healthcare Managemen
Gary Ingold
Community Pregnancy Clinics
Abby Johnson
And Then There Were None
Joseph Meaney, PhD
National Catholic Bioethics Center
Joe Pojman, PhD
Texas Alliance for Life
Kevin Roberts
Heritage Foundation
Jonathan Saenz
Texas Values
Greg Sindelar
Texas Public Policy Foundation
Kevin Stuart, PhD
Stumberg Hall
healthcare advisory Board
Stephen Billy
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America
John F. Brehany, PhD
National Catholic Bioethics Center
Louis Brown
Christ Medicus Foundation
Dr. John Bruchaiski, M.D.
Tepeyac Family Center
Derry Connolly, PhD
John Paul II the Great University
Dr. Robin Goldsmith, M.D.
St. Giana Clinic
Michael Guarino
IPA Practice Management
Dr. Donna Harrison, M.D.
AAPLOG
Stephen Henley
Legatus
Dr. Stephen Hilgers, M.D.
Saint John Paul the Great Society of Procreative Surgeons
Sue Liebel
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America
John Meyer
Napa Institute
Dr. Steven White, M.D.
CHCLA
Our Team

Linda Ruf
Chief Executive Officer

Sandra Rodriguez
Director of Client Services

Abigail Borah
Senior Director of Advancement

Atlanta Beal
Advancement Associate

Elyssa Blanco
Director of Marketing

Cassie Guardiola
Marketing Specialist