CRS met with Rev. Bobbie McKay to learn about her faith journey and work with the church over the decades as she navigated hurdles related to her gender. Enjoy a summary of our interview in this blog article.

Find articles recapping how the end of money bail began in courtrooms across communities, moving us toward racial, economic and social justice.

Check out our list of quotes for National Human Rights Month, each echoing the importance of human rights and how we can achieve a more just world together.

Holidays can be hard for many LGBTQIA+ people, especially Thanksgiving, but Friendsgiving can be a lifeline.

Amidst these challenging times and with the holiday season upon us, our unwavering commitment to police accountability holds strong. In respect to the adversities surrounding us, we take pride in the significant strides made in our pursuit of justice reform.

Read staff reflections below of CRS’ powerful fall programming and enjoy photos and recordings! We thank our partners and all those who took part in the 2023 Illinois Conference United Church of Christ Annual Celebration, the A Gathering of Communities conference and our 141st Annual Membership Assembly.  

CRS opposes the 2023 Anti-Homosexuality Act passed in Uganda that criminalizes homosexuality and restricts the liberties of privacy and expression for LGBTQIA+ individuals.

CRS announces Sis. Fasika Y. Alem, Programs Director at the United African Organization, as a speaker for our virtual 2023 Annual Membership Assembly. Learn about her here.

CRS announces Rev. Craig B. Mousin, Associate Pastor for Immigrant Justice at Wellington United Church of Christ, as a speaker for our virtual 2023 Annual Membership Assembly. Learn about him here.

CRS announces Rev. Dr. Beth Brown, Pastor at Lincoln Park Presbyterian Church, as the keynote address speaker for our virtual 2023 Annual Membership Assembly. Learn about her here.

From the growing migrant crisis in our city, to observing the escalating tensions in our communities, to bearing witness to the destruction and devastation between Israel and Palestine, our hearts and souls ache.

We oppose the Protect Children’s Innocence Act, which if passed, would ban transgender youth from accessing gender-affirming care and make it harder for trans adults to get such care.

CRS is steadfast in its commitment to honoring the sanctity of life. We grieve the loss of all lives impacted by the culture of violence across the global diaspora, perpetuated through war, racism, poverty, disinheritance, xenophobia and all crimes against humanity, including white supremacist patriarchal systems of oppression.

CRS condemns violence and oppression and we call for humanity, peace and justice. Read this blog article to access resources for Palestine, Sudan, and more toward liberation and healing.

CRS is a member of the Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago (CRLMC), which issued a joint statement in response to the racialized murder of 6-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume, targeted due to xenophobia and religious identity.

As people of faith, our mission aligns with the responsibility to recognize challenges and injustices and take action. Being an ally means actively unlearning and relearning in the pursuit of a more accurate, respectful and inclusive understanding of Native American culture and history.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month; a beacon of hope, a call to action and a reminder that we can work toward a better society. In this article, find ways to get involved in dismantling the stigma and silence around domestic violence.

Franchelle Brown joins Community Renewal Society as its Manager of Development and Communications, with a vibrant leadership style deeply rooted in faith and social justice. Read this article to learn about her passion for community and service.

While we have won by ending cash bail, this is the first leg of the race in dismantling practices and systems that criminalize being poor. Remaining vigilant is critical to secure full victory: Beloved Community.

CRS believes that the significance of accountability cannot be overstated. As people of faith advocating for racial, economic and social justice, it is critical that we always hold our leaders accountable.