Highlights the experiences of fifty courageous Upstanders from around the world to educate students and others about human rights, and urge them to take action. The exhibition is based on...

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Exhibit developed by the American Anthropological Association in collaboration with the Science Museum of Minnesota, it is the first national exhibition to tell the stories of race from the biological,...

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A peacebuilding interfaith contemporary art exhibition. Features the work of 21 Arab, Persian and Jewish artists from 11 countries and from the three primary monotheistic faith backgrounds: Islam, Christianity and...

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Music by The City Lights Orchestra conducted by Rich Daniels (Musical Director of the award-winning TV show Empire) with special guest singers (to-be-announced). Sponsors and VIP ticket holders are invited...

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Exodus World Services celebrates 3 decades of refugee ministry. Here are 3 things happening at the Celebration of Hope: _1_ Entertaining reception featuring photo booth (smile!), activities and displays, including...

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Includes live music, exciting auctions, awards and a sneak preview of their upcoming PBS documentary. RSVP by April 4th.

Calligraphy, Food, Meet the Imam, Mosque Tours, Henna, Presentations For more information, call 630-426-3335.

CRS Rice Bowl is the official Lenten program of Catholic Relief Services. It was created in 1975 with the goal of entering into solidarity with our brothers and sisters overseas...

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This past January, a large delegation including 8th Day for Justice staffer Jill Landrith visited Honduras at the invitation of Father Ismael Moreno Coto, affectionately known by his community as...

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A world premiere play about Lettie, a formerly incarcerated woman who is re-entering society while staying at "Grace House!" After serving seven years in prison, Lettie is released and struggles...

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Workshops on opportunities to get involved in criminal justice reform and in addressing the needs of those caught up in the system. In four winter programs we learned about how...

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John Allen, Jr. This lecture will explore how Pope Francis’ unique leadership style and tone have inspired both Catholics and non-Catholics to consider the virtue of mercy in new ways....

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A temporary exhibit at the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, featuring photos of Syrian refugee children in Europe and the Middle East by award winning photographer, Magnus Wennman.

A one-day community summit marking the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Fair Housing Act, which was adopted one week after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ...

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Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation Annual Gathering. Join us for an evening of wine and cheese, silent auction, kinship award and storytelling! This is our only fundraiser event of the...

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Dig Deep is an overnight immersion experience aimed at empowering adults to take positive action within their communities. This retreat is designed to help educate participants about the roots of...

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The speaker is Karim Sadjadpour and here is a description of his presentation: The surprise 2016 US Presidential election of Donald Trump and the Brexit vote in the UK are...

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A screening of this award-winning film that probes the vulnerable corners of family life and depicts messy struggles over social media, video games and academics, offering solutions on how we...

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A free film screening of the award-winning documentary, Dolores, highlighting Dolores Huerta's lifelong commitment to social justice. Huerta is one of the most important labor and civil rights activists in...

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Dig Deep is an overnight immersion experience aimed at empowering adults to take positive action within their communities. This retreat is designed to help educate participants about the roots of...

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Edwina Gateley will be the featured speaker.  

Learn about the rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis in Honduras from the people living there.  Padre Melo and a delegation of victims and human rights defenders from Honduras will testify about the rising...

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A caravan is being organized in Chicago from May 16th to 19th to attend the National Day of Prayer for Honduras in Washington DC. To reserve a spot, offer a...

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Hear from students transformed by their education and about Marquette-led community peacemaking initiatives. Learn how you can celebrate the Center during its anniversary year and support its work moving forward.

Featuring Fr. Michael Pfleger, pastor of St. Sabina parish in Chicago. Brought to you by the Sacred Heart Parish Adult Formation Team. Pizza, snacks and adult beverages will be served....

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An evening of sharing from residents and alumni of St. Leonard’s Ministries—what experiences have shaped their journey? How were they sustained through the hardships of their time in prison? Where...

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During the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims fast daily from dawn until sunset. They break their fast by eating a light meal, usually dates and water, called iftar.  In addition...

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Honoring the relics of St. Toribo Romo, Protector of Immigrants, and the other Cristero martyrs on their feast day. Fr. Donald Nevins, Pastor of St. Agnes of Bohemia Parish, will be...

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Fr. John Kartje presents, "God Saw That it was Good...And the Scientists Agreed: Faith Meets Science in the Natural World." Fr. Kartje is the Rector/President of the University of Saint...

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Join Tom Roberts, former editor of National Catholic Reporter, as he explores what the future holds for the Catholic Church and specifically what his list of “leading indicators” says about...

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Speakers: Phil Andrew, Director, Archdiocese of Chicago's Violence Prevention Initiatives; retired FBI Special Agent; 1988 Winnetka gun violence survivor. Malcolm Gibson and Rie'onna Holman, Ambassadors of B.R.A.V.E. (Bold Resistance Against...

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Learn how to make your lawn more environmentally friendly and less wasteful of natural resources. The presenter is Shannon Burns, a Community Engagement Specialist with the Forest Preserve District of...

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You're invited to join the Sisters of the Living Word and Shelley Welch, Senior Manager of Community Resources at WINGS, for a complimentary lunch, sundae bar and Educational Workshop on Domestic Violence....

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Theme: Overcoming Hate through Acts of Faith During the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims fast daily from dawn until sunset. They break their fast by eating a light meal, usually...

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Film Screening: The Promised Band This documentary follows a group of Israeli and Palestinian women who form a fake rock band in order to meet and socialize. They forge connections...

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The annual Gathering of the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership and the National Association for Lay Ministry. Plan to participate in THE professional development conference for catechetical leaders.  Join members of...

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During the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims fast daily from dawn until sunset. We break their fast by eating a light meal, usually dates and water, called iftar. Timing for...

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A presentation by Judith Kelly about her book Just Call Me Jerzy, which is about Father Jerzy Popiełuszko (YEH-zheh  Poh-pyeh-WOOSH-koh), a Polish national hero.  The book recounts his courageous, nonviolent...

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Internationally recognized expert Ward Wilson, a member of the Federation of American Scientists, will present groundbreaking new arguments about the utility of nuclear weapons. These realist arguments make it possible...

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Pope Francis calls “each person on this living planet” to care for our common home, but because everyone’s home is different, creating effective campaigns around this initiative can be challenging....

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Why is the faith community concerned about drone warfare? Are civilians protected in drone warfare? What is the effect of drone warfare on drone operators? What does it mean to...

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Strides for Peace is an organization that supports organizations like the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence (ICHV) that are on the front line of the effort to reduce gun violence. ...

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Presented by the Negaunee Music Institute at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in partnership with the Faith Community of Saint Sabina. Join CSO Judson and Joyce Green Creative Consultant, Yo-Yo-Ma, musicians...

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Interfaith Community for Detained Immigrants announces the 2018 Immigrant Solidarity Lunch with keynote speaker Sr. Simone Campbell from NETWORK. Light lunch will be provided.  All proceeds will support ICDI programs...

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Sister Simone will give a presentation as part of CTU’s 2018 Summer Institute. If you have any questions, please send an email to info@networklobby.org

Annual End of School Year Rally & Peace March Emma Gonzalez along with students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School of Parkland Florida will attend the rally & march. Special...

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On Father's Day each June, the Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate brings together thousands of people from all over Chicagoland to run and walk in unity against racial hatred...

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Part 1 takes place outdoors at the Peace Pole at the west side of the building. Part 2 takes place in the chapel of Sacred Heart Convent. For more information...

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March will go about a mile, beginning at the CTA Red Line Morse station to Touhy Park.

Chicago Catholic editor, Joyce Duriga will discuss her book, Helen Prejean: Death Row's Nun, which explores Sr. Prejean's journey of faith from an upper middle class upbringing to forceful advocate...

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Featuring speaker Lee Van Ham, author of Jubilee Circles and co-director of Jubilee Economics, a U.S.-Mexico nonprofit focused on OneEarth living.

Young Americans are taking to the streets to fight for their futures. This is Zero Hour, because the time to act on climate is now.  

Food, drinks & a raffle for some wonderful prizes. Tickets are $43 in advance, and $50 at the door.

Despite a judge's order to reunite families, hundred's of children and parents who were separated at the southern border under the Administration's zero tolerance policy remain separated. The administration has...

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Learn about immigrant detention, including family detention and the US government's increased reliance on private, for-profit detention facilities. Find out more about alternatives to detention, including cost savings and community...

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Every year, the President is required to make the Presidential Determination, which designates how many refugees may be admitted to the United States in the coming year. Learn about the...

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Tyler Curtis, the Executive Director of Dismas Ministry and Ron Zeilinger, the Founding Director of Dismas Ministry,  will be holding an hour long webinar to discuss materials available at Dismas Ministry and provide information...

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There will be a short, simple prayer service on Sunday, August 26th at 5:00 pm at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Parish, 1450 Green Trails Dr., Naperville 60540 focusing on the continuing sex...

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Screening of film Denial, and talk with Cardinal Cupich.  Film based on the novel History on Trial: My Day in Court with a Holocaust Denier by Deborah Lipstadt. Free, reservations required.

Kankakee is considering expanding the county jail as well as the airport through a contract with ICE (Immigration and Custom Enforcement) in order to detain and deport an even greater...

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A day of both celebrating, prepping for upcoming missions and reflecting on our mission together as the Solidarity Bridge community. The day is designed for all past, present, future missioners and will include opportunities to: Meet...

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A diocesan gathering for social justice leaders. Featuring Venus Wozniak. Through the lens of Dorothy Day, reflect on how we can grow our ministries to be inclusive, intergenerational, diverse and...

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A multi-faith performance by four women of four different faiths, telling stories related to their different faiths, yet showing that we are all related within the human family.

5:00pm - Reception 6:00pm - Program Raffle, prizes and refreshments Please register by September 5th at http://bit.ly/center-for-peacemaking-10 or call 414-288-8444 Complimentary parking at Lot J on 601 N. 11th

Mini-conference hosted by the Sisters & Brothers of Immigrants Keynote Address: Oscar Chacon-Executive Director of Alianza Americas Followed by Breakout Sessions: Sr. Bernadine Karge, OP / Families on the Border;...

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Featuring keynote speaker, Sister Helen Prejean, known around the world for her tireless work against the death penalty. She has been instrumental in sparking national dialogue on capital punishment and...

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The annual benefit for the Interfaith Community for Detained Immigrants will feature cocktails, an awards dinner, a silent auction and raffle. Sponsorship and ad book opportunities are available.   For...

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Freedom Sunday is an event organized by the International Justice Mission (IJM) to invite congregations to learn about slavery and partner with IJM to end it. Find out more here: https://ijm.org/freedom-sunday-2018

Free and open to all ages.  One-hour guided tour through an interactive exhibition designed to educate the public about the global refugee crisis. With experienced Doctors Without Borders aid workers...

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Research shows an undeniable link between childhood adversity and community crises, such as poverty, crime, poor educational outcomes, chronic illness, behavioral health problems and more. Sojourners president Jim Wallis will be in...

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Join us for a vital conversation on immigration policy with Dr. Michael Neblo, director of the Institute for Democratic Engagement and Accountability at The Ohio State University. A light dinner...

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Join us and bring your friends and family. You will make a lasting difference for refugees in our communities. Funds raised provide refugees with trained Exodus volunteers to help with...

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The Archdiocese of Chicago Domestic Violence Outreach is sponsoring the 3rd annual Mass for domestic violence survivors. Join us to pray for an end to domestic violence. Be the voice...

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Under direction from the current Administration, the EPA is proposing a new rule to change regulations to pollution from coal power plants. This proposed rule - the so-called Affordable Clean...

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Speakers, songs and calls to action. Also an image with names of immigrants detained, deported or killed will be projected onto the side of the building.

Sponsored by the Unitarian Church of Evanston Green Team Jewish Congregationist Congregation Citizen's Climate Lobby, Evanston Chapter

An Evening with Arne Duncan and the Young Men of Chicago CRED Our focus will be gun violence on Chicago’s south and west sides. Through powerful first-person testimony from some...

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The “Bridges of Hope” conference title speaks to the need for building a bridge that provides pastoral care for the incarcerated. The role of individual volunteers, as well as parish...

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Featuring Cynthia Flores from the Chicago Police Office of Community Policing Domestic Violence Unit Catholic Charities together with St. Gall presents a free information presentation on Domestic Violence. Learn what...

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Our students are writing their stories every day: help them be the heros of their next chapters. Open bar, appetizers and dinner. Host: Tim Rhoze, Artistic Director at Fleetwood-Jourdain Theater....

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JOIN US FOR AN OUTDOOR MASS AND TACO LUNCH! Money raised will go toward renovating a new house we have acquired in order to offer emergency housing service to the...

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and St. Luke’s Outreach Ministry is cosponsoring a new event with Ascension and St. Edmund parishes to raise the consciousness of our local communities...

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Please join the Sisters of the Living Word and Associates as we host Rev. Sara Wohlleb , the Program Director of the Unaccompanied Children’s Interfaith Ministry for the Interfaith Community...

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Honoring grantee organizations, volunteers, and Rev. Matthew S. O’Donnell, Pastor, Saint Columbanus Catholic Church and 2018 winner of the USCCB’s Cardinal Bernardin New Leadership Award. Host: Bishop Ronald A. Hicks,...

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The first of a two-part documentary series that explores “the risks people of faith are will to take to protect the human rights of those fleeing violence, and the struggles...

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Who we elect matters. NETWORK’s Nuns on the Bus is on the road again— for the first time in two years — to hold members of Congress accountable for their...

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Everyone is on a journey, and no one journey is the same. However, we all share one thing: we are humans on this earth together. We can learn from each...

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How can we become allies of poor communities of color around the world in their nonviolent struggles for social justice and peace? Join us for our Pax Christi Illinois Annual...

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The "Be Unafraid" traveling photo exhibit<https://www.sharejourney.org/real-refugee-stories/> lifts the curtain on fears shared by refugees and their American neighbors-and helps us all find common ground.  Jeremy Cowart's innovative photo project focuses...

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Please join us in celebrating 25 years of incredible theater that uplifts, informs, inspires and affirms the beauty and resilience of the human spirit. Acclaimed international poet, theologian, writer and artist Edwina...

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This year we will be honoring State Senator Don Harmon and State Representative Kathleen Willis with our Abraham Lincoln Award for their tireless commitment to gun violence prevention measures.  With their leadership we were able...

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Countless people worldwide live on the margins, wounded by socioeconomic and political situations. As CWCIT visiting scholar Fr. Patrick Chibuko explains, it is the “wounded healer” of the Church—and ultimately,...

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Join us at our 2018 Annual Benefit and celebrate our work and impact on Chicago's west side. As we embark on our ambitious 5-year strategic plan, this benefit is more...

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After eighteen months of attacks on the U.S. refugee and asylum program, the number of refugees entering the country has dramatically slowed and asylum seeking families have been torn apart...

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The Jesuit Conference Office of Justice and Ecology invites you to join a one-hour webinar hosted by the Inter-religious Working Group on Extractive Industries and Catholic Climate Covenant exploring how...

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Join us for the Chicago Religious Leadership Network (CRLN) luncheon with guest speaker, Rev.  Dr. Marilyn Pagan-Banks. She will address ways we can join forces to protect immigrants from immigrations and...

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