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Open Wide Our Hearts – Exploring the U.S. Bishops Pastoral Letter on Racism
St. Peter's Church 110 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL, United StatesOn February 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th, a different presenter will discuss the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) pastoral letter on racism issued last November. A different presenter each week will discuss the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) pastoral letter on racism issued last November. For details contact Jo Ann Bednar...
Open Wide Our Hearts – Exploring the U.S. Bishops Pastoral Letter on Racism
St. Peter's Church 110 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL, United StatesOn February 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th, a different presenter will discuss the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) pastoral letter on racism issued last November. For details contact Jo Ann Bednar at 312-853-2376 or visit stpetersloop.org.
Crispina and Her Sisters: Women and Authority in Early Christianity
St. Scholastica Monastery 7430 N. Ridge Blvd., Chicago, IL, United StatesThe next presentation of the Chicago Benedictine Oblates annual lecture series will feature Christine Schenk, CSJ. Christine is the author of the award-winning book, Crispina and Her Sisters, which explores the visual imagery found on burial artifacts of prominent early Christian women. It carefully situates the tomb art within the cultural context of customary Roman...
Open Wide Our Hearts – Exploring the U.S. Bishops Pastoral Letter on Racism
St. Peter's Church 110 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL, United StatesOn February 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th, a different presenter will discuss the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) pastoral letter on racism issued last November. A different presenter each week will discuss the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) pastoral letter on racism issued last November. For details contact Jo Ann Bednar...
Bread for the World February National Grassroots Conference Call and Webinar
On the third Tuesday of each month, in an effort to best serve our grassroots and and equip them as anti-hunger advocates, we host a conference call and webinar. This month, Rev. David Beckmann, president of Bread for the World, will discuss the 2019 Offering of Letters: Better Nutrition, Better Tomorrow.
Liberation Theology and the Journey of the Monarch Butterfly
Lombard Mennonite Church 528 East Madison St., Lombard, IL, United StatesThe guest speaker will Cristobal Cavazos, co-founder of Immigrant Solidarity DuPage, who will explain the symbolic link between the monarch butterfly’s migration and Latino immigrant solidarity. Cristobal Cavazos is a co-founder of Immigrant Solidarity DuPage, the largest Latino advocacy organization in Chicago’s western suburbs. Its mission is to educate, unite and mobilize the community around the rights...
Activists and Icons: The Photographs of Steve Schapiro
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center 9603 Woods Dr., Skokie, IL, United StatesA special exhibit that shows, through powerful documentary photography, that the issues of the civil rights movement are still deeply relevant today. Forty-six large-format photographs tell the stories of seminal moments in history from the March on Washington (1963) to Robert Kennedy’s presidential campaign (1968). Among the images are emotional portraits of heroes both known...
The Purple Shirts Ensemble
Living Word Center 800 N. Fernandez Ave. B, Arlington Heights, IL, United StatesInspirational Love and Your Just Desserts! Enjoy a variety of desserts from the sweet table while three professional actors perform a selection of material (short stories, comedic essays, poetry and other works). Free will offering. Registration is necessary. RSVP by Feb. 15 to: mmei@slw.org or online at www.slw.org or call 847-577-5972.
Community Dialogue: Grassroots Strategies to Combat Community Violence
New Trier Township High School Northfield 7 N. Happ Road, Northfield, IL, United StatesParkland, Florida school shooting Survivor David Hogg, peace activist Henry Cervantes and founder of the advocacy group Sisterhood, Gwen Baxter, explore the causes of and solutions to community violence. Learn grassroots strategies to make a positive impact in your own backyard. Moderated by Laura Washington of the Chicago Sun-Times and ABC-7. Community Partners: Archdiocese of Chicago Violence...
Catholic Social Teaching and the Dignity of Labor
St. Clement Church 642 W. Deming Place, ChicagoFeaturing Dr. Daniel Graff, Director of the Higgins Labor Program at The University of Notre Dame Center for Social Concern. His research, teaching, and advocacy focuses on issues related to race, labor, housing, and citizenship. Dr. Graff will be joined by representatives from ARISE Chicago, an interfaith coalition advocating for worker rights, who will share their firsthand...
Gun Violence and Youth Activism
Beth Emet 1224 Dempster Street, EvanstonA panel discussion featuring David Hogg, Parkland student and co-founder of "March for Our Lives."
The African-American Muslim Legacy
Muslim Education Center 8601 N. Menard St., Morton Grove, IL, United StatesAn interactive discussion about the historical legacy and impact of African American Muslims in the United States. Light refreshments provided. Featuring Harriet Lewis, Inner City Action Network (IMAM) Senior Director and Hind Makki, Interfaith & Anti-Racism Educator Questions? Email mccinterfaithteam@gmail.com
“Pipeline” Performance
Victory Gardens Biograph Theater 2433 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesPipeline is a tale about hope and second chances. Synopsis Nya, an inner-city public high school teacher, is committed to her students, but desperate to give her only son, Omari, opportunities her students will never have. When a controversial incident at his private school threatens to get him expelled, Nya must confront his rage and...
Open Wide Our Hearts – Exploring the U.S. Bishops Pastoral Letter on Racism
St. Peter's Church 110 W. Madison St., Chicago, IL, United StatesOn February 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th, a different presenter will discuss the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) pastoral letter on racism issued last November. A different presenter each week will discuss the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) pastoral letter on racism issued last November. For details contact Jo Ann Bednar...
Why the Faith Community Holds the Climate Key
You are invited to join us on Wednesday, February 27th from 2:00-3:00 pm (Central) for an online conversation with Professor Ed Maibach from George Mason University's Center for Climate Communication. Dr. Maibach, who has been at the forefront of polling and messaging on climate change will discuss: How the faith community is vital to inspire effective climate...
I, too, am America? Race, Religion and Politics in the Age of Trump
Catholic Theological Union 5416 South Cornell St., Chicago, IL, United States2019 Augustus Tolton Annual Lecture, featuring Dr. Stacy Davis, Professor of Religious Studies at St. Mary's College RSVP at: ctu.edu/events
Responding to America’s Opioids Crisis
This event will be webcast live on WOLA’s website 3:00-5:00 ET/2:00-4:00 CT On average, 130 Americans die every day from an opioid overdose. Illicitly produced synthetic opioids such as fentanyl and its analogues are playing an increasing role in this crisis, with fatal overdoses attributed to such drugs soaring from less than 3,000 in 2012...
Living the Change
Dominican University Martin Recital Hall 7900 Division St., River Forest, IL, United States“Living the Change” explores solutions to the global crises we face today—solutions any of us can implement—through the inspiring stories of people pioneering change in their own lives and in their communities in order to live in a sustainable and regenerative way. From forest gardens to composting toilets, community supported agriculture to timebanking, “Living the...
Journey Together Virtual Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice
The Ignatian Solidarity Network will examine the current realities of migration during ISN’s first annual Virtual Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice. The virtual Teach-In is free and will take place live. Virtually join the Ignatian family across the U.S. for dynamic speakers, prayer, virtual networking, and shared reflection opportunities as we explore the realities of migration—both on the...
The Devil We Know
Wilmette Theater 1122 Central Ave., Wilmette, IL, United States“The Devil We Know” is the story of how one synthetic chemical, used to make Teflon products, contaminated a West Virginia community. But new research hints at a much broader problem: Nearly all Americans are affected by exposure to non-stick chemicals in food, drinking water, and consumer products, yet there is very little oversight of...
River Blue
Columbia College Music Center 1014 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesFollowing international river conservationist, Mark Angelo, “RiverBlue” spans the globe to infiltrate one of the world’s most pollutive industries, fashion. Narrated by actor and clean water advocate Jason Priestley, this groundbreaking documentary examines the destruction of our rivers, the effects on humanity, and the solutions inspiring hope for a sustainable future. Through harsh chemical manufacturing...
1940’s Swing Fever Sheil Mardi Gras
Hilton Orrington Hotel IL, United StatesJoin us for Mardi Gras 2019, our signature fundraising event of the year! Enjoy an evening rich with conversation, laughter, and fellowship! Silent Auction - Dinner - Live Auction LIVE BAND! Swing on the dance floor to the music of Glenn Miller - Benny Goodman - Artie Shaw Proceeds support student service outreach that springs from...
The Human Element
St. Clement School 2524 N. Orchard St., Chicago, IL, United StatesRenowned photographer James Balog (prominently featured in “Chasing Ice”) uses his camera to reveal how environmental change is affecting the lives of everyday Americans. Following the four classical elements—air, earth, fire and water—to frame his journey, Balog explores wildfires, hurricanes, sea level rise, coal mining, and the changes in the air we breathe. He takes...
Paris to Pittsburgh
Elmhurst College, Schaible Science Center 190 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United StatesThe Paris Agreement was monumental in uniting all nations in the fight against climate change. With the United States’ withdrawal from the agreement, citizens around the country are taking matters into their own hands. “Paris to Pittsburgh” explores the very real social and economic impacts of climate change-fueled disasters and features voices from local leaders...
Paris to Pittsburgh
St. Giles Parish, McDonough Hall 1101 Columbian Rd., Oak Park, IL, United StatesThe Paris Agreement was monumental in uniting all nations in the fight against climate change. With the United States’ withdrawal from the agreement, citizens around the country are taking matters into their own hands. “Paris to Pittsburgh” explores the very real social and economic impacts of climate change-fueled disasters and features voices from local leaders...
Inventing Tomorrow
Wilmette Theater 1122 Central Ave., Wilmette, IL, United StatesMeet passionate teenage innovators from around the globe who are creating cutting-edge solutions to confront the world’s environmental threats—found right in their own backyards—while navigating the doubts and insecurities that mark adolescence. Youth ages 9–13+ are encouraged to take a journey with these inspiring teens as they prepare their projects for the largest convening of...
The Human Element
Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, United StatesRenowned photographer James Balog (prominently featured in “Chasing Ice”) uses his camera to reveal how environmental change is affecting the lives of everyday Americans. Following the four classical elements—air, earth, fire and water—to frame his journey, Balog explores wildfires, hurricanes, sea level rise, coal mining, and the changes in the air we breathe. He takes...
The Human Element
The Gorton Community Center 400 Illinois Rd., Lake Forest, IL, United StatesRenowned photographer James Balog (prominently featured in “Chasing Ice”) uses his camera to reveal how environmental change is affecting the lives of everyday Americans. Following the four classical elements—air, earth, fire and water—to frame his journey, Balog explores wildfires, hurricanes, sea level rise, coal mining, and the changes in the air we breathe. He takes...
The Human Element
Waubonsee Community College, Downtown Campus 18 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesRenowned photographer James Balog (prominently featured in “Chasing Ice”) uses his camera to reveal how environmental change is affecting the lives of everyday Americans. Following the four classical elements—air, earth, fire and water—to frame his journey, Balog explores wildfires, hurricanes, sea level rise, coal mining, and the changes in the air we breathe. He takes...
Paris to Pittsburgh
Truman College 1145 W. Wilson St., Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Paris Agreement was monumental in uniting all nations in the fight against climate change. With the United States’ withdrawal from the agreement, citizens around the country are taking matters into their own hands. “Paris to Pittsburgh” explores the very real social and economic impacts of climate change-fueled disasters and features voices from local leaders...
Youth Interfaith Potluck
Temple Jeremiah 937 Happ Rd., Northfield, IL, United StatesGood food, great company. (The best life has to offer) Leadership development opportunities. (Build that resume) Community development. (Change the world for the better) Questions? Contact 847-441-5760 or info@ntmalliance.org
Living the Change
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N. Central Park Ave., Chicago, IL, United States“Living the Change” explores solutions to the global crises we face today—solutions any of us can implement—through the inspiring stories of people pioneering change in their own lives and in their communities in order to live in a sustainable and regenerative way. From forest gardens to composting toilets, community supported agriculture to timebanking, “Living the...
Sea of Hope
Chicago Cultural Center 78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL, United States“Sea of Hope” is a stunningly filmed action adventure documentary that follows ocean legend Sylvia Earle, renowned underwater National Geographic photographer Brian Skerry, and writer Max Kennedy. Joined by their crew of teenage aquanauts, the team embarks on a year-long quest to deploy science and photography to inspire President Obama to establish new Blue Parks...
From the Ashes
University of Illinois at Chicago Student Center East 750 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, United StatesFrom the Ashes” captures Americans in communities across the country as they wrestle with the legacy of the coal industry and what its future should be under the Trump Administration. From Appalachia to the West's Powder River Basin, the film goes beyond the rhetoric of the "war on coal" to present compelling and often heartbreaking...
River Blue
University of Chicago, Green Line Performing Arts Center 329 E. Garfield Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesFollowing international river conservationist, Mark Angelo, “RiverBlue” spans the globe to infiltrate one of the world’s most pollutive industries, fashion. Narrated by actor and clean water advocate Jason Priestley, this groundbreaking documentary examines the destruction of our rivers, the effects on humanity, and the solutions inspiring hope for a sustainable future. Through harsh chemical manufacturing...
From the Ashes
Northwestern University, McCormick Foundation Center 1870 Campus Dr., Evanston, IL, United StatesFrom the Ashes” captures Americans in communities across the country as they wrestle with the legacy of the coal industry and what its future should be under the Trump Administration. From Appalachia to the West's Powder River Basin, the film goes beyond the rhetoric of the "war on coal" to present compelling and often heartbreaking...
The Human Element
Malcolm X College 1900 W. Jackson St., Chicago, IL, United StatesRenowned photographer James Balog (prominently featured in “Chasing Ice”) uses his camera to reveal how environmental change is affecting the lives of everyday Americans. Following the four classical elements—air, earth, fire and water—to frame his journey, Balog explores wildfires, hurricanes, sea level rise, coal mining, and the changes in the air we breathe. He takes...
Paris to Pittsburgh
Catholic Theological Union 5416 South Cornell St., Chicago, IL, United StatesA free One Earth Festival Event. The Paris Agreement was monumental in uniting all nations in the fight against climate change. With the United States’ withdrawal from the agreement, citizens around the country are taking matters into their own hands. “Paris to Pittsburgh” explores the social and economic impacts of climate change-fueled disasters and features...
Paris to Pittsburgh
College of Lake County 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake, IL, United StatesThe Paris Agreement was monumental in uniting all nations in the fight against climate change. With the United States’ withdrawal from the agreement, citizens around the country are taking matters into their own hands. “Paris to Pittsburgh” explores the very real social and economic impacts of climate change-fueled disasters and features voices from local leaders...
The Human Element
Classic Cinemas Lake Theatre 1022 Lake St., Oak Park, IL, United StatesRenowned photographer James Balog (prominently featured in “Chasing Ice”) uses his camera to reveal how environmental change is affecting the lives of everyday Americans. Following the four classical elements—air, earth, fire and water—to frame his journey, Balog explores wildfires, hurricanes, sea level rise, coal mining, and the changes in the air we breathe. He takes...
River Blue
Catlow Theater 116 W. Main St., Barrington, IL, United StatesFollowing international river conservationist, Mark Angelo, “RiverBlue” spans the globe to infiltrate one of the world’s most pollutive industries, fashion. Narrated by actor and clean water advocate Jason Priestley, this groundbreaking documentary examines the destruction of our rivers, the effects on humanity, and the solutions inspiring hope for a sustainable future. Through harsh chemical manufacturing...
Praying for Peace, Paying for War
Diocese of Joliet Blanchette Center 16555 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United StatesPart of the Diocese of Joliet's Justice & Peace Office, "Lunch & Learn Series," featuring Kevin J. Smith, President of Ethos Logos Investments.
Envisioning Intercultural Ways of Being: Perspectives on Race and Gender
Chicago Theological Union 5416 South Cornell Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesFeaturing LaReine-Marie Mosely, SND, PhD. Envisioning intercultural ways of being means growing into what it truly means to be a community of equals. We begin with ourselves and allow these values to infuse every dimension of our conscious and unconscious lives so we can come together to embrace our past and present and move into...
Anti-Semitism on the North Shore
Congregation Solel 1301 Clavey Rd., Highland Park, IL, United StatesThere has been a statistical increase in anti-Semitic incidents across the United States in recent years. As with many things, we see in the news, it is easy to think "it doesn't happen here in suburban Chicago." A recent event involving a youth sports team from the North Shore shows anti-Semitism can happen anywhere and...
Catholic Social Tradition Conference University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN, United StatesOPTION FOR THE POOR: Engaging the Social Tradition This biennial conference sponsored by the Center for Social Concerns at the University of Notre Dame will explore how Catholic social tradition can engage academics and practitioners in the challenges of the most marginalized and vulnerable people in societies today, as well as how the development and impact of...
A Report Card on Health Care
Dominican University Priory Auditorium 7200 West Division St., River Forest, IL, United StatesHow Do We Measure Up? A Report Card on Health Care for "the least of these our brethren” Featuring Kristi Kirschner, MD The Affordable Care Act attempted to address some of the most egregious inequities in our health care system, but how have the most vulnerable members of our society fared? We are still a...
Sex Trafficking Awareness Training
Sacred Heart Parish Ministry Center 8245 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, IL, United StatesOffered by Love Outreach Center. Continental breakfast at 9:00 am. Training from 9:30 - 11:30 am. Preregister by emailing loveoutreachtc@yahoo.com or by calling Pastor Esther Holiday at 815-651-8564.
An Afternoon at the Sanfilippo Estate
Sanfilippo Estate 789 Plum Tree Rd, Barrington Hills, IL, United StatesYou are cordially invited to a fundraiser for the Interfaith Community for Detained Immigrants (ICDI) Tour the mansion and see one of the world's finest collections of restored antique Automatic Music Machines. Enjoy a concert by award-winning R. Jelani Eddington on the world's largest restored Theater Pipe Organ. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and sweets in the...
The National Catholic-Muslim Dialogue
Catholic Theological Union 5416 South Cornell St., Chicago, IL, United StatesHuman Fraternity: Implications of a Ground-Breaking Document for Christian-Muslim Relations On February 4, 2019 / 29 Jumada 1 1440, Pope Francis and Shaykh al-Azhar Ahmed el-Tayeb made history in Abu Dhabi. They signed the first recorded joint statement between a Roman Pontiff and the Shaykh al-Azhar, one of the oldest and most revered institutions of...
Domestic Violence Outreach Benefit Gala “Churches Say ‘No’ to Domestic Violence”
The Diplomat West 681 W. North Avenue, Elmhurst, IL, United StatesCelebrating the 3rd annual gala to mark the growth of their ministry for victims of domestic violence, their children and even perpetrators. Dinner, awards, silent auction, raffles & dancing!
National Geographic: Symphony for Our World
Auditorium Theater 50 Ida B. Wells Dr, Chicago, IL, United StatesThis event pairs National Geographic's natural history footage with an original symphony composed by Bleeding Fingers Music, performed by a live orchestra and choir. The 90 minute show highlights imagery and storytelling from 130 years of National Geographic history.
Immigration — What the Catholic Church Really Teaches
St. Bernard Church 13030 W. 143rd St., Homer Glen, IL, United StatesThe Knowledge & Prayer Series presents: Fr. Anthony Pizzo OSA. prior provincial of the Augustinians of the Midwest, Canada and Peru Imelda Salazar from the Southwest Organizing Project on "Common Sense Immigration Reform -- a Political and Practical Perspective"
Climate Change Legislation: What’s Next?
Lorraine G. Morton Civic Center 2100 Ridge Ave., Evanston, IL, United StatesGreen New Deal & Carbon Pricing...Learn how YOU can be part of the solution! Panel speakers: Cam Davis -- Commissioner, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Eleanor Revelle -- Alderman 7th Ward - Evanston, League of Women Voters U.S, InChair, Climate Change Task Force Mike Zanillo -- Illinois State Coordinator, Citizen's Climate Lobby Jennifer Linton -- Chair,...
Racism and the Church
Loyola University Water Tower Campus, Regents Hall Lewis Towers 111 E. Pearson St., Chicago, IL, United StatesA community conversation on the US Conference of Catholic Bishops document of racism, "Open Wide Our Hearts" issued in November, 2018. Panelists will include: Donna Grimes - U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Kandice Harris -- Workers Center for Racial Justice, Chicago Nephalie Lesperance -- IPS Dual Degree Student: Master of Arts in Social Justice and...
The Church’s Role in the Struggle Against Metallic Mining in El Salvador
DePaul University Student Center 2250 N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesFeaturing Andrew McKinley (Central American University, San Salvador) who will address the work of mercy known as "admonishing the sinner" as it relates to the fight against metal mining in El Salvador: In March 2017, El Salvador became the first country in the world to ban metal mining, safeguarding its natural resources and its people’s health. Leading...
Israel Politics & Parties – An Election Preview
Sukkat Shalom 1001 Central Ave., Wilmette, IL, United StatesFeaturing Professor Dani Filc, Ben Gurion University Dr. Filc will provide insight on the April 9th Israeli elections and the unique nature of Israel’s political parties & coalitions. Dr. Filc serves as a Professor in the Department of Politics and Government at Ben Gurion University in Israel. He is also the co -founder of Standing Together, a...
Exodus World Services Celebration of Hope
Drury Lane 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, United States6:30 PM Check-In/Reception - 7:15 PM Dinner/Program Please join us in celebrating the transformative relationships between refugees and volunteers! You’ll hear stories of connections all along the refugee highway, as volunteers embrace refugees with dignity, respect and compassion. We look forward to an inspiring evening together! Dinner is complimentary. Reservations required. Adults only please. An opportunity will be provided to make a gift in support of...
Archdiocese of Milwaukee Human Concerns Summit
Cousins Center 3501 S. Lake Dr., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesA morning of prayer, formation, and networking to unite people in Catholic Social Teaching and its commitment to serve our neighbors, especially those living in need. Join Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki to learn how to live out the call to charity and social justice – as individual believers and as members of larger communities. Who...
Archdiocese of Milwaukee Human Concerns Summit
Cousins Center 3501 S. Lake Dr., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesParish human concerns committee members, respect life committee members, St. Vincent de Paul Conferences, and all those interested in this Gospel ministry are invited to this morning of formation and networking. Registration Deadline is Wednesday, March 27 at 5 pm For more information, please contact Rob Shelledy, Director Dignity of the Human Person, at 414-758-2286...
2019 Chicago Peace Summit
Loyola University, Quinlan Life Science Building 1050 W. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for a series of panels and breakout sessions about the dire peace issues plaguing our world. Speakers will include: Kathy Kelly, Jehan Hakim, Natasha Erskine, Kevin Martin, Nan Kim, Vincent Emanuele, Robert Naiman, Paul Street, Rachel Elfant They will focus issuses such as: climate change, the Middle East conflict, the Korean peace process,...
You Are My Neighbor
Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation 5114 S. Elizabeth Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesTattoos on the Heart book discussion.
Hands of Peace Annual Benefit “Seasons of HOPE”
Chicago Botanical Gardens 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL, United StatesJoin us for “Seasons of HOPE,” the 2019 Hands of Peace Chicago Benefit empowering Israeli, Palestinian and American youth as leaders of change. Experience a moving evening of connection and conversation with the young people whose lives are being transformed by their Hands of Peace journey. Bring friends and family to learn about Hands of...
Barking to the Choir: the Power of Radical Kinship
Dominican University Lund Auditorium 7900 W. Division St., River Forest, IL, United StatesGregory Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries, will share how compassion, kindness, and kinship are the tools to fight despair and decrease marginalization. Through his stories and parables, all will be reminded that no life is less valuable than another.
Free at Last: Annual Restorative Justice Event
Diocese of Joliet Blanchette Center 16555 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United StatesThe Life and Legacy of Saint Oscar Romero
University Club of Chicago 76 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesFeaturing Michael Lee, Associate Professor of Theology at Fordham University. Born in Miami, FL of Puerto Rican parents, he holds graduate degrees from the University of Chicago and the University of Notre Dame. Dr. Lee joined the Fordham faculty in 2004 and teaches courses in Roman Catholic theology, liberation theologies, Latin American and Latino/a theologies, Christology,...
Backs Against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story
Loyola University Chicago, Damen Center Chicago, IL, United StatesA special screening with filmmaker Martin Doblmeier. The film explores the life and legacy of Howard Thurman, a grandson of slaves, who provided spiritual foundation for the civil rights movement and inspired many of its leaders, including Martin Luther King Jr., Jesse Jackson and John Lewis.
Enough is Enough
East Side United Methodist Church 11000 S. Ewing Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesAn interfaith conference rooted teach-in & cafe conversation on gun violence prevention. Engage on "Cafe Conversations" with practitioners of gun violence prevention. 3 learning tracks: Public Policy, Public Health & Urban Ministry Continental breakfast at 8:30 am FREE for groups of 5 or more that pre-register Free childcare for children 2 - 12
Good Friday Walk
Meet at the corner of Michigan & Congress at noon.
Ignatian Volunteer Corps Evening of Gratitude
Misericordia Home 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL, United States5:30 pm - Mass 6:30 pm - Awards Program The Madonna della Strata Award -- Old St. Patrick's Church Outreach The Ignatian Spirituality Award -- Fr. Rick McGurn SJ Ignatian Volunteer Corps. Service Partner -- Madonna Mission Dinner reception to follow in the Lois Gates Courtyard Room Please respond by April 19
Disrupting the Violence: Precious Blood Ministries Annual Spring Gala
Floating World Gallery 1925 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, United StatesIsraeli Colonialism and the Occupied Palestinian Territories: Past, Present, Future
The Chapel at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary 2121 Sheridan Rd., Evanston, IL, United StatesFeaturing the speaker, Amira Hass, who draws on 30 years of experience as an Israeli journalist and analyst who has achieved unparalleled immersion in Palestinian communities in the West Bank and Gaza. In 1989 she joined the Israeli daily newspaper, Haaretz and has been its correspondent for the Occupied Palestinian Territories since 1993. She has...
The Color of Law: How Our Government Segregated America
Deerfield Public Library 920 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL, United StatesFeaturing Richard Rothstein, an American historian and academic. His research focuses on the history of segregation in the United States with regards to educationand housing. His most recent work is The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America whichexplores Rothstein's contention that racial housing segregation is in fact the result of government policy, both federal, state, and local. The book...
Put Away Your Sword: Gospel Nonviolence in a Violent World
DePaul University Student Center 2250 N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesIn 2017, on the 50th anniversary of the Vatican's first World Day of Peace message, Pope Francis issued the groundbreaking statement, "Nonviolence: A Style of Politics for Peace." It was perhaps the Vatican's first official statement on active nonviolence, and it raises a number of important questions for the world Church: Is God nonviolent, and...
Keep Hope Alive
IBEW Local 134 Union Hall 2722 S. Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago, IL, United StatesA benefit for the Archdiocese of Chicago immigration ministry, hosted by Cardinal Blase Cupich, featuring: Awards Wine/Beer/Soda World Cuisine Buffet Multi-Ethnic Dancers RSVP by May 8th Call 312-534-8383 for tickets or more information.
Charged: The New Movement to Transform American Prosecution and End Mass Incarceration
Evanston Township High School 1600 Dodge St., Evanston, IL, United StatesFeaturing Emily Bazelon Staff writer, New York Times Magazine. Truman Capote Fellow for Creative Writing and Law, Yale Law School. Author, Sticks and Stones: Defeating the Culture of Bullying and Rediscovering the Power of Character and Empathy, and the brand-new Charged. Interviewer: Geoffrey R. Stone Edward H. Levi Distinguished Service Professor of Law, University of Chicago. Former Provost,...
Who’s Next? How Network Science Can Help Us Do Something About America’s Gun Violence Epidemic
Highland Park Police Station 1677 Old Deerfield Rd., Highland Park, IL, United StatesH
The 10 Green Commandments of Laudato Si
DePaul University McGowan South 1110 W. Belden Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesProphetic Communities, Contemplation, and the Common Good with Sister Simone Campbell, SSS
St. Mary's College Le Mans Hall, 149, St Mary S College, Notre Dame, IN, United StatesTake time for an intellectual and spiritual retreat this summer. Through illuminative lectures and question and answer time, keynote seminar speaker Sister Simone Campbell, SSS, will describe characteristics of prophetic communities and the role of contemplation calling us toward the common good. Additional speakers Meghan J. Clark and Nichole M. Flores will provide theological context for the common good and practical illustrations...
Race Against Hate
Floyd Long Field EvanstonThe 20th annual 5/10K run, walk, and youth mile, held every Father's Day. The event honors the legacy of Ricky Byrdsong, former Northwestern University Basketball Coach, Vice President of Affairs at Aon Corporation, and Skokie resident who was murdered by a white supremacist on July 2, 1999 while walking in his neighborhood with two of...
Peace Prayer
Sacred Heart Convent 2221 Elmwood Ave., Wilmette, IL, United StatesThe Sisters of Christian Charity are again planning another Peace Prayer event at their convent in Wilmette. The entire prayer experience will be in the Taizé format.
Kolbe House Mass of Reconciliation
La Vallita Park 3037 S. Albany Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesFor adults, children and families affected by incarceration, formerly incarcerated individuals and those wishing to express solidarity and support. Please bring your own chair. For more information, visit pvm.archchicago.org/human-dignity-solidarity/kolbe-house-jail-ministry
Promoting Civil Resistance as Part of Catholic Nonviolence Initiative
A webinar with Marie Dennis, Sharon Erickson Nepstad and Eli McCarthy, who will discuss efforts to deepen the understanding of and commitment to "active nonviolence" in the Catholic Church, with a particular focus on civil resistance as a key tool in promoting social justice. To register visit: register.gotowebinar.com
34th Hunger Walk
Jackson Park Chicago, IL, United StatesSupports the Greater Chicago Food Depository Opens: 7:00 am Steps Off: 8:30 am
Sr. Donna Liette of Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation WGN Interview
Sr. Donna shares about she uses restorative justice to strengthen her community on the WGN program, "Extension 720" with host, Justin Kaufmann.
Sister Moon, Brother Sun
Diocese of Joliet Blanchette Center 16555 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United StatesPart of the Diocese of Joliet, Lunch & Learn series, featuring Nancy Schramm OSF, Diocesewho works in the Office of Human Dignity as the Director of Mission Formation and Isioma Odum, who works for Faith in Place as the Energy & Climate Change Coordinator. In the midst of the present climate crisis, this day is...
The Wonder of Creation: How Scientists Have Engaged Faith Throughout History
Dominican University Priory Auditorium 7200 West Division St., River Forest, IL, United StatesFeaturing Richard Woods OP, PhD with Scott Kreher PhD, who will explore some of the outstanding achievements of the convergence of science and religion and its importance.
Immigration Event
St. Gertrude Parish Social Hall 1420 West Granville Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesFeaturing speakers: Mary Meg McCarthy, Executive Director of Heartland Alliance's National Immigrant Justice Center and Sr. Maureen Jerkowski, who works with immigrant children at Maryville. The gathering will be held in the Social Hall located on the southwest corner of Granville and Glenwood.
Run for Your Life!
Cabrini Center 9430 W. Gulf Rd., Des Plaines, IL, United StatesYoung adults interested in exploring social justice issues like immigration and the refugee crisis are invited to participate in this simulation with lunch and discussion afterwards. For more information, contact Corinne Woodruff at cowoodruff@archchicago.org or Marika Svolos at msvolos@archchicago.org
From Lynching to Caging: Social Control in America
The Grove Room 1020 Grove St., Evanston, IL, United StatesA talk by Michael Rabbitt, an anti-racism workshop facilitator for Showing Up for Racial Justice, will speak about two connected topics: The two museums he toured in Montgomery, Alabama: Bryan Stevenson’s museum focused on lynchings in the United States, and the Legacy Museum: From Enslavement to Mass Incarceration. He will also review the history of...
Socially Responsible Investing Symposium
Marquette University Alumni Memorial Union 1442 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, United StatesSponsored by Marquette University Office for Peacemaking. Featuring keynote speaker, Rev. Séamus Finn, OMI, Chair of the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility PROGRAM 4:00 p.m. Keynote Address - Séamus Finn, OMI 4:45 p.m. Socially Responsible Investing Panel Christopher Merker, Moderator (Marquette University – Sustainable Finance) Laura Gough, (Baird – Investment Consulting) Nadelle Grossman (Marquette University – Law...
Chicago Youth Climate Strike
Grant Park Chicago, IL, United StatesOn September 20th, three days before the United Nations Climate Summit in New York City, young people and adults will strike all across the U.S. and the world to demand transformative action be taken to address the climate crisis. Meet at Grant Park at the intersection of S. Columbus Dr. and E. Roosevelt Rd. for...
Creating Communities of Welcome: What Would You Have Us Do?
Catholic Theological Union 5416 South Cornell St., Chicago, IL, United StatesPanelists: U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky, Illinois’s 9th Congressional District Theologian Carmen M. Nanko-Fernandez, Catholic Theological Union Attorney Irakere Picon, Illinois Business Immigration Coalition (IBIC) For more information about Sisters and Brothers of Immigrants go to www.sistersandbrothersofimmigrants.com $25 suggested donation; students with school ID – free Free parking available at Catholic Theological Union. To register, simply...
Money and Spirituality
St. Nicolas Parish 806 Ridge Ave., Evanston, IL, United StatesFeaturing Juan Lorenzo Hinojosa There are many things in life more important than money, among them family and health. On the other hand, we need money, we work for it, we use it, we even might be confused and conflicted about it. In this session, we will explore how we relate to money and how...
United Power for Action and Justice Meeting with Mayor Lightfoot
DRW College Prep 931 S. Homan Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesTopics will include: Gun safety Affordable housing Incarceration of persons with mental illness
Chicago Area Peace Action 40th Annual Dinner
Unitarian Church of Evanston 1330 Ridge Ave., Evanston, IL, United StatesFeaturing keynote speaker: June Sekera who will address: The Public Economy for the Common Good: How We Can and Must Rescue Climate Policy from the Grip of the Market and the Clutches of Finance Capitalism. Also honoring Jerome McDonnell & Steve Bynam with the Pursuit of Peace Award for their work on Worldview on WBEZ....
The Interfaith Community for Detained Immigrants 2019 Solidarity Gala
Misericordia Home 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesCocktails, Silent Auction & Raffle, Dinner Buffet and Program ICDI supports immigrants in detention centers, children's centers, immigration court, deportation centers; helps immigrants get home to family after release and provides housing with wrap-around care for immigrants who know no one in the country.
Charged: The New Movement to Transform American Prosecution and End Mass Incarceration
Evanston Township High School 1600 Dodge St., Evanston, IL, United StatesFeaturing Emily Bazelon, staff Writer at The New York Times Magazine, Truman Capote fellow for Creative Writing and Law and Lecturer at Yale Law School. Faith in the American criminal justice system has long been contingent on the idea that there is a fair contest between two equal adversaries, the prosecution and the defense. But this...
Asian Slavery in the Americas: Franciscanism, Race and Identity in the Asian American Experience
Catholic Theological Union 5416 South Cornell St., Chicago, IL, United StatesFeaturing Linh Hoang OFM, PhD in the the Dun Scotus lecture series at Catholic Theological Union (CTU). The movement of Asian slaves between the 16th and 19th century is not well-known. Examining this history brings to mind new questions about the earliest presence of Asians in North America, the Franciscan struggle with colonialism, and the...
Fully Alive Radio Program of the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity
Join us on WNDZ 750-AM from 8-9am on the first Wednesday of the month for Fully Alive, the monthly radio program of the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity. Our program explores the social mission of the Catholic Church and discusses issues and themes that bring Catholic social teaching into action.
Juvenile Justice Initiative Summit
Based in Evanston, Illinois, the Juvenile Justice Initiative works to achieve humane, equitable and sustainable reforms for children and young adults in the justice system.