The Community Renewal Society (CRS) hosted a community conversation forum as part of the Chicago Mayoral race runoff. The event aimed to provide an educational platform and safe space for discussing ethical, moral, and socio-political values in civic leaders. This forum was not an endorsement for either candidate, Brandon Johnson or Paul Valance. CRS adjusted their schedule to accommodate the candidates' busy campaign trails and even offered pre-recorded interviews with moderator Katera Washington Patton.

Katera Washington Patton is an accomplished author, editor, and publisher, with experience at various publishing houses and magazines. Her most recent book, "Navigating the Blues," debuted on Amazon's best sellers list for new releases. The discussion featured a diverse panel of thinkers, leaders, and educators to delve into the conversation along with audience questions.

The event aimed to foster a safe environment for respectful and inclusive discourse, and the conversation will be archived for future viewing. CRS, along with its congregational sponsors, Urban Village Church and Trinity United Church of Christ, hopes to encourage participants to be active in their democracy and vote while holding officials accountable. With a mission to eradicate racism and poverty, CRS remains dedicated to providing education, activism, and transformation for love and justice.