Amidst Brandon Johnson's inauguration as the new mayor of Chicago, we invite you to reflect on the impactful words of Rev. Erica N. Williams, our Yvonne V. Delk Theologian in Residence. as she reminds us about our shared duty towards the most marginalized in our communities.

As a former education beat reporter, the founder of Catalyst worked tirelessly to reform Chicago Public Schools.

On April 7, 2023, Sheriff Dart enacted a policy that limits incarcerated people to three books per person (including magazines but excluding religious texts). Read our blog to learn how you can take action against the book ban.

As we commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Nakba of May 15, 1948, many commentators have been pointing out that the Catastrophe did not simply occur on that date or year but rather that it is an ongoing catastrophe, beginning prior to 1948 and continuing to the present day.

Newly arrived migrants in Chicago are in need of basic necessities. Check out our list of recommended actions from organizations, community groups and legislators in Chicago offering aid.

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Click here to take a look at profiles of figures in Asian American history.

Meet Chris Groza, CRS's new Communications Coordinator: Amplifying Voices through Art and Outreach

Keron Blair shares a heartfelt prayer for the new mayor of Chicago, envisioning a future where all people are safe, prosperous and treated with justice and equity while also encouraging us to hold our leaders in Chicago accountable. Read Keron's prayer here. 

We had Chicago Community Conversations in January and March, but the discussions don’t end there. Watch as our staff continues the conversation in our second part of this series.

Meet Terrell Barnes, our new Organizing and Policy Manager. With his wealth of experience as an organizer, contract lobbyist and political campaigner, Terrell is poised to make a significant impact on the work at CRS.

April is Arab American Heritage Month. Click here to learn how Arab Americans are not accurately represented in the U.S. Census and what you can do to be a powerful ally during this month.

Fair Housing Month is observed annually in April to commemorate the passing of the Fair Housing Act in 1968, which prohibits discrimination in housing. CRS fights for fair and equitable housing opportunities through advocacy, education, and resources. Discrimination and inequality still exist in housing, and the fight for fair housing continues.

April is Second Chance Month. Learn more about how this initiative gives hope to those re-entering society from the criminal justice system.

New staff member Terrell Barnes offers a meaningful approach to seasonal renewal during the days surrounding Easter. Read his devotional here.

Chicago's mayoral runoff election coincides with Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination and “Beyond Vietnam” speech anniversary, highlighting the city's struggle with race and inequality. The outcome will shape the city's future direction on critical issues.

We had Chicago Community Conversations in January and March, but the discussions don’t end there. Watch as our staff continues the conversation.

The My Congregation Votes Campaign will continue to engage local congregations and their members in civic engagement. If your congregation is not yet a part of My Congregation Votes, please join us by taking this pledge. Learn more here.

The forum brought together a diverse group of community members, congregations, moderators, panelists and candidates to discuss issues that are important to our city, and our community's engagement during the event helped to create a lively and informative discussion.

Read our response to the danger of treating Chicago clergy as a monolith.

The vision of Beloved Community is a society where people can thrive and reach their full potential regardless of their identity or status. We can build Beloved Community by voting for local elected officials who share this vision.