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Journalistic narratives about catalytic organizations and leaders that are innovative while remaining rooted in tradition

The brain, the heart and the soul: How three Catholic churches are merging to create a new type of parish

Three congregations have avoided some of the disruption of a reorganization in Chicago by leaning into their individual identities while forming a new whole.

By Claire Zulkey Journalist

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POWER puts faith into action by organizing communities for justice

A Pennsylvania-based interfaith organization pulls together people from hundreds of congregations to advocate for a safer and more just world.

By Annette John-Hall Journalist

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Moving beyond creation care to address environmental justice

Churches called to ministries focused on climate change should also recognize that its impact falls disproportionately on already vulnerable communities.

By Dan Holly Journalist

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Empowering teens: Youth learn job skills and serve their community through a workforce development program

Richmond’s Church Hill Activities & Tutoring adapts to a changing neighborhood while preparing young people for their next step.

By Edie Gross Journalist

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A partnership rooted in God’s love builds affordable housing in New York City

The Trinity-Rev. William M. James Senior Apartments is a collaboration offering affordable housing with wraparound services for seniors, intentionally including the formerly incarcerated.

By Genine Babakian Journalist

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A new garden of Eden: Eden Theological Seminary’s Gleaning and Garden Project flourishes

More than just a space to grow food, the seminary garden serves as a hub for local gardeners and community activists pursuing racial and economic justice.

By Chelsey D. Hillyer

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An underserved neighborhood needed a community center, not another church

After a satellite campus of a large church struggled, a pastor decided to reformat his church into a community center to address needs in his hometown of Blue Island, Illinois.