BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//The Center for Faith & Community Health Transformation//NONSGML v1.0//EN VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Center for Faith & Community Health Transformation X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Center for Faith & Community Health Transformation BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120606T090000 DTEND:20120606T123000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120514T165950 LAST-MODIFIED:20120514T170013 UID:3322@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Why is Healthful Living so Difficult to Achieve? DESCRIPTION:This free half-day symposium will be a provocative discourse of why it’s so difficult to get people to change behaviors and will feature presentations by international expert. For more information and to register click here: Why is Healthful Living so Difficult 6-6-12 LOCATION:375 E. Chicago Ave., Room 135 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/why-is-healthful-living-so-difficult-to-achieve END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120524T090000 DTEND:20120524T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120514T164416 LAST-MODIFIED:20120514T164437 UID:3319@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Living Our Faith: Growing and Funding a Community Garden DESCRIPTION:Connecting with the source of our food helps us to connect to God.  It also provides access to fresh food in a way that is affordable, healthy, and building the strength of a community.  Does your community or congregation have space to grow food? Join us on Thursday, May 24th!! For more information click and to register click on: Community Gardening Workshop Flyer 5-24-12 LOCATION:501 S. Emerson St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/living-our-faith-growing-and-funding-a-community-garden END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120531T133000 DTEND:20120531T143000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120511T122747 LAST-MODIFIED:20120511T123051 UID:3316@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Advancing Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Policies - Tools You Can Use DESCRIPTION:Advancing Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Policies - Tools You Can Use Host: Illinois Coalition Against Tobacco May 31, 1:30 – 2:30 pm CST  Guest Presenters: Office of Smoking and Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Kari Sapsis, Campaign Development Team Lead Health Communications Karla Sneegas, Branch Chief, Program Services In April, the US Surgeon General released a landmark report on tobacco and youth and the CDC launched an unprecedented national media and public education campaign.  Participants will get an overview of the report and the campaign and hear about innovative ways to approach community leaders, youth, smokers and elected officials to reduce tobacco use and secondhand smoke exposure. To register for this webinar, please click here: Or copy and paste this URL: https://cc.readytalk.com/r/j68j82cwaj4n LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/advancing-tobacco-prevention-and-cessation-policies-tools-you-can-use END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120529T080000 DTEND:20120529T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120511T122509 LAST-MODIFIED:20120511T122509 UID:3315@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Youth Prevention: What Works - When and Why DESCRIPTION:Youth Prevention - What Works – When and Why Host: Illinois Coalition Against Tobacco May 29, 10:30 – 11:30 am CST Guest Presenters: Institute for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Research Steven Sussman, PhD Professor, Preventive Medicine and Psychology University of Southern California For more than 10 years there was a steady decline in youth smoking rates, but recently declines are negligible and appear to be stalled.  Preventing youth tobacco use is complex and requires a multi-component approach .  What works for teens, may not work for kids in middle school and what works today, doesn’t work 100 percent of the time.  Dr. Sussman, a principal investigator in several prevention programs, will briefly describe the research on available programs and outline the key components needed to counteract tobacco industry influence. To register for this webinar, please click here: Or copy and paste this URL: https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/showReg?udc=l3lkfz94xraw LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/youth-prevention-what-works-when-and-why END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120524T100000 DTEND:20120524T110000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120511T122144 LAST-MODIFIED:20120511T122213 UID:3314@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Convenience Stores - How Big Tobacco Targets Youth DESCRIPTION:Convenience Stores - How Big Tobacco Targets Youth Host: Illinois Coalition Against Tobacco May 24, 10 -11 am CST  Guest Presenters: Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids Meg Riordan, Director, Policy Research Ann Boonn, Research Manager This webinar focuses on the report, Deadly Alliance: How Big Tobacco and Convenience Stores Partner to Market Tobacco Products and Fight Life-Saving Policies.  As other forms of tobacco marketing have been restricted, tobacco companies now spend more than 90 percent of their marketing budget — nearly $10 billion a year — to advertise and promote tobacco products in the retail environment.  Tobacco companies pay stores billions to ensure that cigarettes and other tobacco products are advertised heavily, displayed prominently and priced cheaply to appeal to both kids and current tobacco users.  In this webinar, participants will learn about how the tobacco industry utilizes convenience stores to maximize youth exposure and to prevent passage of tobacco policies. To register for this webinar, please click here: Or copy and paste this URL:  https://cc.readytalk.com/r/euv9kmlthxvx LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/convenience-stores-how-big-tobacco-targets-youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120523T100000 DTEND:20120523T160000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120511T121602 LAST-MODIFIED:20120511T121704 UID:3313@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Courage to Quit Program Leader Training DESCRIPTION:Courage to Quit Program Leader Training Host: Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago May 23, 2012    10am – 4pm Location: Broadview Public Library, 2226 S. 16th St, Broadview, IL 60155  Courage to Quit is an adult smoking cessation program that is consistent with evidence-based smoking treatments and can be delivered in multiple settings. This training is designed for health educators, community health workers, social workers, and other health professionals looking to gain the knowledge and skills to assist those interested in quitting smoking. The full day training will prepare you to lead a group or one-on-one Courage to Quit program and covers tobacco cessation in detail, as well as nicotine addiction, behavior change, strategies and best practices for tobacco dependence treatment (including medications), program planning and implementation, and learning styles and facilitation skills. Lunch, materials, and continuing support will be provided. For nonsmokers only. Registration closes one week prior to training date. Please register early to secure your spot. Trainings with fewer than 5 registrants will be cancelled. To register for this event, please click here. Or copy and past this URL : http://www.lungchicago.org/site/files/487/106214/366018/609990/Spring_2012_Registration_Cook_County.pdf   LOCATION:2226 S. 16th St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/courage-to-quit-program-leader-training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120524T083000 DTEND:20120524T163000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120508T174024 LAST-MODIFIED:20120508T174024 UID:3305@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Faith-Based Caregiver Curriculum Facilitator Training DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! Caring Together, Living Better (CTLB) is offering a one-day facilitator training for our new faith-based training curriculum. As a trained facilitator, you will be able to help spouses, adult children, neighbors and other informal caregivers of older adults better manage the challenges of caregiving. The training program for caregivers has six sessions that can be taught to a group in about two hours each or the materials can be used to guide conversations with individual caregivers. This is a wonderful asset for any church older adult/caregiving ministry. CTLB’s new curriculum was created by adapting “Caregiving Relationships,” a program developed by the University of Illinois Extension. The program includes topics such as effective communication, managing emotions and accessing community resources. CJE SeniorLife worked with the curriculum developers to incorporate the faith-based exercises CJE developed with assistance from the CTLB Leadership Council. The new version of the curriculum allows caregivers to explore how their faith can serve as a resource for self care. The facilitator training will be held in Harvey on May 24 from approximately 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. Please contact Sharon Stolz at sharon.stolz@ageoptions.org or (708)271-6251 to register. LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/faith-based-caregiver-curriculum-facilitator-training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120531T173000 DTEND:20120531T203000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120507T161615 LAST-MODIFIED:20120509T152906 UID:3304@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Healing for Caregivers: How Faith Communities Can Help DESCRIPTION:The next Faith and Health Quarterly Meeting, Healing for Caregivers: How Faith Communities Can Help will be held on Thursday, May 31 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at at The Stephanie Center at St. James Hospital, 30 E. 15th Street, Lower Level, Chicago Heights, IL. This program explores how faith communities can be a positive and generative place for those who are caregivers to the elderly and chronically ill.  Presenters will share information about the psychosocial aspects and role transitions that accompany caregiving and will feature faith-based models and practical examples of how congregations are working to support caregivers and promote well-being. Speakers include Dana Bright, Manager of Health Promotion, Health and Aging, at Rush University Medical Center, Rev. Sharon Stolz, Coordinator, Caring Together, Living Better at AgeOptions (the suburban Cook County Area Agency on Aging), and Moriel McClerkin, Executive Director, Crossroads Coalition.  Members of congregations providing services to caregivers will also present. Program Schedule: 5:30-6pm             Gathering time and light supper 6-6:30pm             Centering Time 6:30-8pm             Presentation:  Healing for Caregivers: How Faith Communities Can Help 8-8:30pm             Resource sharing and announcements Come for the entire program or just for the presentation.  There is no fee for this event. A small donation to assist with the cost of the supper would be appreciated, but is not required.  So we can plan for food, please RSVP to Olga at 847-384-3513 or olga.wegehaupt@advocatehealth.com. Bring flyers, brochures and announcements that you want to share about your programs or events. LOCATION:30 E. 15th Street URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/healing-for-caregivers-how-faith-communities-can-help END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120613T090000 DTEND:20120614T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120501T150924 LAST-MODIFIED:20120503T171316 UID:3291@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Certification Course DESCRIPTION:This course is provided Free of Charge and Continuing Education credits are available. This is a 2 Day Course. (June 13 and June 14, 2012)  Each day begins at 9am and ends at 5pm. Lunch will be provided both days. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an exciting public education program that helps people identify, understand, and respond to individuals experiencing signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. MHFA was developed to help members of the community support an individual developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Recommended for people working with the public (nurses, teachers, public welfare workers, law enforcement, etc), as well as anyone who wants to learn more about mental health or feel more comfortable assisting someone experiencing a mental health problem. This innovative 12-hour training teaches: Basic knowledge of the potential risk factors and warning signs for a range of mental health problems A 5-step action plan encompassing the skills to assess a situation, select and implement appropriate interventions, and help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional care Understanding of the prevalence of various mental health disorders in the U.S. and the need for reduced stigma Working knowledge of the appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help resources available to help someone with a mental health problem achieve recovery Continuing education hours available for $15.00.  C4's MHFA course has been approved for 12 hours from the following licensing bodies: Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association, Inc.  (IAODAPCA) Illinois Nurses Association (INA), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation Society for Human Resource Management's HR Certification Institute Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for emergency medical services professionals Click on the link below to register or RSVP. Your registration will be complete after you have completed the necessary registration forms that will be emailed to you AFTER you have RSVP'd. For more information click here: Mental Health First Aid Certification Course 6-14-12 To register, click here. LOCATION:10420 S. Halsted URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/mental-health-first-aid-certification-course END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120605T090000 DTEND:20120606T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120425T102458 LAST-MODIFIED:20120425T103210 UID:3286@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Disaster Mental Health Training for Faith Communities DESCRIPTION:This is a two-day training program meant for spiritual caregivers, and is a unique opportunity for advancing your learning. For more information and to register click on the appropriate tabs. Disaster Mental Health Training for Faith Communities WHERE Chicago Marriott at Medical District/UIC 625 South Ashland Avenue at Harrison Str, Chicago, IL 60607 USA View Event Summary View Event Agenda RSVP Friday, May 25, 2012 Please respond by clicking one of the buttons below LOCATION:625 South Ashland Avenue URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/disaster-mental-health-training-for-faith-communities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120425T130000 DTEND:20120425T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120423T145120 LAST-MODIFIED:20120423T145311 UID:3284@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Health Disparities and the Affordable Care Act DESCRIPTION:Health Disparities and the Affordable Care Act: Creating Healthier Communities and Congregations Please join the HHS Partnership Center for a conference call entitled Health Disparities and the Affordable Care Act: Creating Healthier Communities and Congregations on Wednesday, April 25th at 2 pm EDT. To register and for more information click on: Health Disparities and the Affordable Care Act 4-25-12 LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/health-disparities-and-the-affordable-care-act END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120414T094500 DTEND:20120414T114500 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120406T133658 LAST-MODIFIED:20120406T133733 UID:3245@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Preparing for Adolescence: A free seminar for pre-teen girls and moms DESCRIPTION:The annual Preparing for Adolescence Seminar is back by popular demand!  Spend the morning with the special young lady in your life, learning together about the changes she will go through during adolescence. When: Saturday, April 14th;  9:45 – 11:45am Where: University of Chicago Biological Sciences Learning Center (924 East 57thStreet) RSVP: www.adolescence2012.eventbrite.com For more information call (773) 702-5600 or download the flyer:  Preparing for Adolescence Flyer. LOCATION:924 East 57thStreet URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/preparing-for-adolescence-a-free-seminar-for-pre-teen-girls-and-moms END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120428T133000 DTEND:20120428T161500 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120406T104323 LAST-MODIFIED:20120406T104412 UID:3241@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:For Caregivers: An Afternoon of Reflection DESCRIPTION: Presented by Fr. Gregory Helminski  Saturday April 28, 2012 1:30-4:15 With Mass to Follow The Chicago Cenacle 513 Fullerton Parkway Chicago, Illinois 60614-2468 773-528-6300 Reservations are requested. $10 for an individual $15 for a couple For information or reservations please contact Beverly at 773-528-6300 or csisters@cenaclechicago.org.  Registration is available on-line, by phone or the mail.  Program brochure:  For Caregivers: An Afternoon of Reflection Brochure Spend an enriching afternoon at the Chicago Cenacle as Fr. Gregory Helminski, C.R. reflects  with us on the sacred and challenging personal mission of caring for another. With other caregivers, you will move towards a healthy and holy spirituality of the caregiving aspect of your life. In this afternoon of reflection, we will explore two concepts: wounded healer and being gentle and compassionate with yourself.  You will be able to look at the following issues: stress, avoiding burnout, spiritual resources, expectations and managing feelings, and a  healthy approach to caregiving relationships. Time for personal sharing, prayer, and support will be provided as well as nourishment of the Eucharist. Fr. Gregory Helminski, C.R. a priest for 34 years and an experienced retreat director, has a rich background in various ministries, including teaching at De Paul University and mission  work in Tanzania. He is presently a hospital chaplain. LOCATION:513 Fullerton Parkway URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/for-caregivers-an-afternoon-of-reflection END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120413T080000 DTEND:20120422T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120323T112225 LAST-MODIFIED:20120410T152057 UID:3225@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Sound the Alarm 2012 DESCRIPTION:Save the Date:  April 13th - 22nd, 2012 Sound the Alarm 2012   Please join members of the Faith Caucus of the Campaign for Better Health Care and more than 200 congregations across Illinois, as we “Sound the Alarm for Justice in Health Care” between April 12-22, 2012.  The Faith Caucus offers four ways for congregations to participate in Sound the Alarm.   Details regarding the ways that your congregation can support justice in health care are also attached to this communication.  If you are interested in participating you can simply fill out the flyer and fax it back to us (312 913 9559), or sign up through our website at cbhconline.org For more information click on:  Sound the Alarm 4 13-4 22 LOCATION:1325 S. Wabash, Suite 305 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/sound-the-alarm-2012 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120407T123000 DTEND:20120407T150000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120323T110114 LAST-MODIFIED:20120323T110159 UID:3223@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Forgive for Life Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join others on the journey toward spiritual freedom through forgiveness, at the Forgive for Life Workshop on April 7, 2012. For more information click on: FORGIVE FOR LIFE 4-7-12   LOCATION:6554 N. Rockwell St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/forgive-for-life-workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120402T173000 DTEND:20120402T203000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120322T172324 LAST-MODIFIED:20120322T172422 UID:3221@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:CROSSwalk to Remember Murdered Youth DESCRIPTION:What is CROSSwalk? CROSSwalk is a four-mile Holy Week procession across the heart of the city to remember murdered youth and connect participants with opportunities to protect children, mitigate violence and support families struggling with these issues. CROSSwalk is not a protest march. It is a vigil, one tied directly to follow-up action. CROSSwalk will take place on Monday, April 2, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at St. James Cathedral (Huron and Wabash). It will travel through the Loop to a stop at Daley Plaza (Washington and Dearborn), proceed to Old St. Patrick’s Church (Adams and Des Plaines) and end at the lawn outside Stroger Hospital. Participants are welcome to walk the entire route, walk part of it, or simply join us for short programs at any of the stops along the way. Buses will also be available to help transport people from place to place. Procession Stops and Times 1st stop 5:30   St. James Cathedral (Huron & Wabash) 2nd stop 6:15   Daley Plaza (Washington & Dearborn) 3rd Stop 7:00   Old St. Pat's Church (Adams & Des Plaines) Last Stop 8:15   Stroger Hospital lawn (Harrison &Wood) Walk the entire route, walk part of it, or simply join us for short programs at any of the stops along the way. A limited number of bus seats will be available to help transport those who cannot walk. You must register and check the bus box to reserve a place on a bus. What’s the genesis of the event? CROSSwalk began as a conversation about honest, relevant liturgy that ties the pain and loss of Christian Holy Week with the reality of everyday life in Chicago. At its core, CROSSwalk is that liturgy. But, it has also grown into a broad outreach effort, one we hope will link new organizations, individuals and communities with those that have long been active on the issue of violence and youth. What are the goals? Our primary goals are threefold: To heighten awareness of the more than 600 young people killed in Chicago since 2008 by engaging individuals and institutions, and encouraging them to get involved. To create new partnerships that advance the ongoing work surrounding violence. To link CROSSwalk participants to each other and to programs and organizations in need of their time, energy and resources. Through it all, we want to remember...to reflect and mourn...to express outrage and pray for those who have been lost. More information? For more information, go to www.crosswalkchicago.org or contact Jack at All Saints Chicago, at jack@allsaintschicago.org  or 708-380-0056.   LOCATION:Huron & Wabash URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/crosswalk-to-remember-murdered-youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120324T100000 DTEND:20120324T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120322T170849 LAST-MODIFIED:20120322T170849 UID:3219@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Food for Life Forum DESCRIPTION:Food for Life: A Human Right IMAN and the University of Illinois at Chicago’s College of Applied Health Sciences are teaming up to hold a city-wide forum to address issues related to Food Justice, Corner Stores & Race Relations in the “Hood” in Chicago.  In particular, the strategies that IMAN’s Muslim Run campaign is employing–alternative business models, policy advocacy and community education–to create healthier communities, businesses and race relations will be presented.  The forum will also bring together scholars, activists and members of the general public interested in food justice and building healthy communities, not to mention residents of communities most affected by food justice issues. When: Saturday, March 24th Time: 10am - 1pm Where: UIC School of Public Health (1603 W. Taylor) CIOGC is co-sponsoring the food for life forum lead by our member organization IMAN.  We hope to see you all there. For more information, visit www.imancentral.org LOCATION:1603 W. Taylor Street URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/food-for-life-forum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120329T130000 DTEND:20120329T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120313T114630 LAST-MODIFIED:20120313T115216 UID:3215@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Religious Reservations About POLST: Is There Really a Concern? DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Religious reservations about POLST: Is there really a concern? Thursday, March 29th, 2012, 11:00a.m. to Noon (Pacific Time) For POLST Illinois participants: The webinar below filled to capacity almost as soon as it was released. If you are interested in tuning in, there are two options: You may listen in at Illinois Masonic Medical Center.  If you wish to do that, please RSVP ASAP to Judith.Robinson@advocatehealth.com.  Space may be limited, ie., if we exceed capacity of the room in which it is now scheduled, space will be dependent on whether we can identify a different room. If you have groups of 5 or more who would like to listen from an alternative site, please contact Bill Pfunder of the National POLST Initiative directly at PFunder@oshu.edu For more information click on: POLST 3-29-12   LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/religious-reservations-about-polst-is-there-really-a-concern END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120330T090000 DTEND:20120331T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120309T100508 LAST-MODIFIED:20120309T100508 UID:3210@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Partners in the Journey: Train the Trainer DESCRIPTION:Support Group Leaders Training Weekend March 30-31, 2012 Are you interested in starting a support group for women who experience domestic violence and abusive relationships? FOCUS Ministries offers a certificate program for support group leaders in our Partners in the Journey Seminars. The training includes an extensive training manual that covers all the aspects of starting a support group, the dynamics of support groups, domestic violence training, how to help a victim, and information on how to provide spiritual direction for victims of abuse. Our training goes beyond the seminars. Our FOCUS support group leaders become part of a Christian community of leaders worldwide and a member of an established organization that has proven itself since 1995. FOCUS Ministries is dedicated to serving our leaders by: Making them aware of pertinent resources, conferences, and seminars Providing free or discounted resources Providing a platform of communication with other leaders worldwide Offering confidential one-on-one leader consultation regarding areas of concern and problematic issues Ongoing training through our webinars Providing encouragement, support, and spiritual direction Providing prayer support Providing our FOCUS Newsletters for the support group Providing advertisement of support groups on our website and in our FOCUS Newsletter Seminar Details Registration fee includes the training manual, snacks and lunch for both days. The Support Group Leader’s Guide is only available for purchase by Partners in the Journey attendees. This resource provides specific topics to lead a FOCUS support group. The manual may also be purchased at the seminar. Note: The Support Group Leader’s Guide is not the same as the training manual. 14 CEU’s for Licensed Counselors & Social Worker Seminar will be held at Comfort Inn Suites in Oakbrook Terrace, IL Registration deadline: March 9, 2012 Call: 630-595-7023 after March 9, 2012 for space availability. Accommodations: Comfort Inn Suites 17 W 445 Roosevelt Rd. Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 Phone: 630-916-1000 * Lodging is available at special group rate of $74.99/night for double occupancy plus tax. Make reservations before March 9, 2012 and mention FOCUS Ministries to get the special rate. Check-in time is 3 p.m. Note: Each person is responsible for making their own hotel reservations! Food: Complimentary breakfast is available for Comfort Inn guests. Lunch for both days is included in the registration fee. Snacks will be provided. Dinner on Friday and Saturday are on your own. Registration begins on Friday, March 30, 2012 at 8:30 am. The seminar on Friday and Saturday runs from 9 a.m. and ends at 5:00 pm. A bookstore will be available to purchase resources. American Taxi gives a special rate (this is not a free shuttle service) from O'Hare Airport to those staying at the Comfort Inn Suites. Call: 877-755-2227 to schedule arrival and departure times. For a printable copy of the brochure for more information and to print out copies to give to others, download Download Brochure Workshop Leader Paula Silva Paula is co-founder and president of FOCUS Ministries, Inc. Her M.A. in Counseling is from Northeastern IL University. She is the Director of the FOCUS Women’s Center, a support group leader, speaker, workshop leader, and coauthor of Violence Among Us: Ministry to Families in Crisis. LOCATION:17 W 445 Roosevelt Rd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/partners-in-the-journey-train-the-trainer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120314T130000 DTEND:20120314T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120309T095231 LAST-MODIFIED:20120309T095357 UID:3211@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Let's Move! Faith and Communities DESCRIPTION:A Conference Call for Faith and Community Leaders about the Communities on the Move Video Challenge You are invited to a national Let’s Move! Conference Call for faith and community leaders about the Communities on the Move Video Challenge with Sam Kass, White House Senior Policy Advisor for Healthy Food Initiatives  Date: Wednesday, March 14th, 2012 Time: 2:00 PM Eastern, 1:00 PM Central, 12:00 PM Mountain, 11:00 AM Pacific Dial-in information: 1-800-288-8960  You do not need to RSVP for this call. If you have questions, please email collaborate@usda.gov. On Wednesday, March 14th at 2:00 PM Eastern, Sam Kass, White House Senior Policy Advisor for Healthy Food Initiatives, will join with faith and community leaders by conference call to invite participation in the Communities on the Move Video Challenge. The Video Challenge encourages faith-based and neighborhood organizations to create one-to-three minute videos highlighting their work to make their communities healthier. Winners will be invited to visit Washington, DC to share their videos with the First Lady at the White House. Organizations have until Friday, April 6th to enter the Video Challenge. The Challenge is part of Let's Move Faith and Communities, which engages congregations and neighborhood organizations in the effort to end childhood obesity within a generation. We encourage you to join the Let’s Move Faith and Communities network of supporters by signing up online!  Please forward this invitation to your members and partners. LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/lets-move-faith-and-communities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120418T120000 DTEND:20120418T133000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120307T152849 LAST-MODIFIED:20120307T152849 UID:3204@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Lessons from the AAKOMA Project DESCRIPTION:Faith Based Health Promotion to Address Mental Health Disparities in African American Youth and Families: Lessons from The AAKOMA Project   Wednesday, April 18, 2012 12:00 – 1:30pm The University of Chicago, SSA 969 E. 60th Street, Chicago, IL 60637 Presenter: Alfiee M. Breland-Noble, Ph.D., M.H.Sc. Director, The AAKOMA Project, Duke University Medical Center This lecture is free and open to the public but registration prior to Monday, April 9, 2012 is required. To register click here. For additional information, please visit the Ruth Knee Lecture page.       This lecture will illustrate the role of initiatives linking African American/Black Faith communities and universities in creating health equity for diverse adolescents. Given the central role of faith communities in African American/Black culture, Breland-Noble will describe the benefits to be derived from training in Faith Based Health Promotion and Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) for use with African American/Black communities. Utilizing the Faith Based Health Promotion, CBPR, community engagement literature (e.g. Bell & McKay, 2004; Gibson & Abrams, 2003; Gilliss et al., 2001; Smith et al., 2007; Thompson et al., 1996; Yancey, Ortega, & Kumanyika, 2006) and data from her own studies, Breland-Noble will describe the importance of “intensive-preliminary interaction” with community members and immersion in the local environment. She will further describe the relevant trends beckoning researchers interested in creating and maintaining positive regard in faith communities. Finally, Breland-Noble will describe scientifically rigorous approaches to community engaged work by focusing on a concept called The Seven Field Principles of community psychiatry (Bell & McKay, 2004; Flay BR, Snyder F., & Petraitis J., 2009). The presentation will conclude with a discussion of the benefits and challenges associated with pursuing a research career blending traditional and community engaged science with a focus on Faith Based Health Promotion. Participants will gain the following learning objectives: Participants will identify aspects of Faith Based Health Promotion relevant for conducting research with African American/Black youth and families. Participants will gain knowledge about theories of community engagement in clinical research. Participants will learn approaches to the application of tested community engagement practices in clinical research. About the presenter: Dr. Alfiee M. Breland-Noble is the Director of The AAKOMA Project (African American Knowledge Optimized for Mindfully-Healthy Adolescents) and Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Duke University Medical Center. She completed her residency training at Duke University and a post-doctoral research training program in health services research at the Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Breland-Noble received her doctoral degree in counseling psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a Masters in Counseling from New York University and her Bachelor of Arts in English from Howard University. In 2010, she completed a Masters degree in Health Sciences (clinical research) at the Duke School of Medicine. Her research interests include improving treatment engagement for psychiatric illness in African American and other children of color (using community based participatory research) and the diagnosis and treatment of adolescent depression in clinical trials. Dr. Breland-Noble has a number of book chapters and peer reviewed manuscripts to her credit including publications in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, the Family Process Journal, Psychiatric Annals, the Journal of Child and Family Studies and the International Journal of Cognitive Therapy. She also consults with a number of private and public institutions in the areas of program evaluation, clinical care issues of treatment engagement and creating representative samples of youth in mental health clinical care and clinical research. LOCATION:969 E. 60th Street URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/lessons-from-the-aakoma-project END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120327T153000 DTEND:20120327T163000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120306T133016 LAST-MODIFIED:20120306T134022 UID:3202@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Share Your Story, Make a Connection, Make a Difference DESCRIPTION:Share your story, make a connection, make a difference! Agape House, Levine Hillel Center and the UIC Gender and Sexuality Center are working in collaboration with Rape Victim Advocates and the UIC Campus Advocacy Network to host a conversation on the myriad ways religion or spiritual belief can affect a sexual assault survivor’s journey towards healing. If you or someone you know is a survivor of sexual assault and would like to share your story please contact Kurt Esslinger @ elfslinger@gmail.com by Tuesday March 13th.   Your name will not be added to any listservs or shared with folks outside of the program committee. We welcome a variety of religious and spiritual perspectives and aim to provide a safe place to explore experience and belief. The program will be free and open to the public:  Tuesday March 27th 3:30-4:30 183 Behavioral Sciences Building (BSB), 1007 W. Harrison Street, Chicago For more information about our programs contact people at the websites listed below. Agape House  http://www.agape-uic.org/ Levine  Hillel http://www.uichillel.com/ The UIC Center UIC Gender and Sexuality Center  http://www.uic.edu/depts/quic/gsc/ Rape Victim Advocates   http://www.rapevictimadvocates.org/ The UIC Campus Advocacy Network  http://www.uic.edu/depts/owa/advocacy.html   LOCATION:1007 W. Harrison St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/share-your-story-make-a-connection-make-a-difference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120623T100000 DTEND:20120623T150000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120305T155146 LAST-MODIFIED:20120306T130637 UID:3199@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Vive tu vida! Get UP! Get Moving! Chicago DESCRIPTION:  ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving!® is the nation’s premier annual Hispanic family physical activity and healthy lifestyle event. ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving!® is for people of all ages and all sizes. for more information click on: Vive tu vida 6-23-12 LOCATION:2210 W. Pershing Rd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/vive-tu-vida-bet-up-get-moving-chicago END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120424T090000 DTEND:20120424T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120302T100233 LAST-MODIFIED:20120302T100440 UID:3188@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Faith and Public Health Leadership Institute DESCRIPTION:The Center for Faith and Community Health Transformation is partnering with The Center for Public Health Practice at the UIC School of Public Health to offer a Faith and Public Health Leadership Institute. This Institute brings teams of faith and public health leaders together to think and plan more deeply about how to address the root causes of health disparities. (“Leader” is broadly defined, including formal and informal, institutional and community, clergy and lay.) We are particularly focusing on those working in HIV/AIDS, Emergency Preparedness, Chronic Disease, and Food Access. Ideally, we’d like for teams of faith leaders and public health leaders to have some experience of working together already, but that’s not mandatory and interested individuals are also welcome. Cost is $100 for all 5 sessions.  Sessions will be held at the UIC Campus from 9am to 2pm on the following dates: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Tuesday, June 26, 2012 Tuesday, July 24, 2012 Tuesday, August 14, 2012 Click here for more detailed information. To register go to: LOCATION:1603 W. Taylor Street URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/faith-and-public-health-leadership-institute END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120308T130000 DTEND:20120308T143000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120302T094911 LAST-MODIFIED:20120302T094911 UID:3187@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Uncovering New Funding Sources for Faith-Based Organizations DESCRIPTION: CD Publications Presents... Ever since the White House launched its Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives, many faith-based grantseekers still haven't figured out how to successfully tap the many public and private funding resources available to them. If you're one of those grantseekers, we encourage you to join next Thursday, March 8th from 2:00 to 3:30pm Eastern Time for our newly-updated, information-packed audioconference: "Uncovering New Funding Sources for Faith-Based Organizations in 2012" Based on the turnout from our December 2011 audioconference on faith-based funding, and requests from attendees, we are bringing you this all-new event filled with funding insights and the latest trends in 2012 funding opportunities not covered in past events. Why You Should Attend: Today's funding environment is focused on partnerships. Some of the most critical are those involving faith-based groups. Federal grantmaking agencies have faith-based offices and agendas, and faith-based partnerships are increasingly important among foundations as well. This audioconference will help you position your organization to get the most out of faith-based and community funding opportunities in 2012 -- and beyond. Your Presenters: Veteran grants analysts Ray Sweeney and Frank Klimko will offer 90-minutes of in-depth information designed to help you find--and win--the funding your organization needs for critical community programs. Both are quite familiar with both federal and foundation funding for faith-based initiatives. In fact, few others are as qualified in this area as they are. Here's Just Some of What You'll Learn You'll receive a thorough overview of how federal and private funders operate, what they look for in grant applications, and the criteria they use in deciding which projects they will fund. We'll show you how to... Track down scores of funding opportunities for your faith-based organization, including hard-to-find options; Avoid funding pitfalls that can derail your program before it's even launched; Get a handle on exactly what funders are looking to fund; Understand the latest funding trends, including properly incorporating them into your submissions; Establish effective partnering relationships that will enable your organization to tap into the billions of dollars available for faith-based projects; And so much more. Whether you're with a religious institution wanting to know the in's and out's of faith-based funding, or a faith-based social services agency seeking to expand your funding horizons, this audioconference will show you everything you need to know about finding and winning faith-based grants. For just $189, your entire program staff can gather around a speaker phone and take advantage of expert insights and guidance especially tailored to your needs. And we'll leave plenty of time for you to ask our experts questions about issues of specific concern to your organization. But you need to act quickly as only a limited number of slots are available and, as is the case with all of our audioconferences, they tend to fill up fast. When you register to attend, you'll also receive these Special Bonuses: Our presenters will continue answering your questions, at no additional cost, for a full 30 days after this audio conference to ensure we address all your needs. We know of no other grant presenters who offer this unique promise. All attendees will receive a FREE 3-month subscription to our Federal and Foundation Assistance Monitor as part of their registration. Your sponsor is CD Publications, a Washington, DC-based publisher covering Congress and the agencies since 1961. If for any reason you are not fully satisfied with this auidioconference, just let us know. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we've stood behind what we do for more than 50 years. Here's How to Register And Get More Information: Register online at http://www.cdpublications.com/store/239 Call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-666-6380 Email us at subscriptions@cdpublications.com Can't Attend but Want to Take Advantage of the Information? You can purchase a CD recording of the entire event for the same price, just $189. Or, you can buy the CD in addition to attending the audio conference for just $50 more. CDs will be mailed about two weeks after the event. LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/uncovering-new-funding-sources-for-faith-based-organizations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120310T100000 DTEND:20120310T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120222T121140 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T121208 UID:3161@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Just Eating? Practicing Our Faith at the Table Leadership Workshop DESCRIPTION:This is a Train-the-Trainer workshop for congregations that want to use the Just Eating? Practicing Our Faith at the Table curriculum in their congregations. Just Eating? is a 7-session curriculum for Christian congregations exploring the links between the way we eat and the way we live. Scripture, prayer, and stories from our local and global community are woven together to explore four key aspects of our relationship with food: the health of our bodies; the challenge of hunger; the health of the earth that provides our food; and the ways we use food to extend hospitality and enrich relationships. Click here to see the curriculum.  Training Dates: Thursday, March 1st, 2012 (9:30 am -1:30 pm) at Westchester Community Church, 1840 Westchester Blvd, Westchester, IL Saturday, March 10th, 2012 (10 -2 pm), United Baptist Church, 4242 W Roosevelt, Chicago. This training will include the edition adapted for African American culture. Take this opportunity to explore eating as a practice of faith and gain the knowledge to lead the program in your own community. Includes 4 hours of training and lunch, and costs $15. Lunch and book materials included in $15 fee. Participants leave with a Leader Guide, Participant Guide and Middle School Curriculum. Please RSVP to Jessica Palys at 847-384-3528 or jessica.thecenter@gmail.com. LOCATION:4242 Roosevelt Rd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/just-eating-practicing-our-faith-at-the-table-leadership-workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120301T093000 DTEND:20120301T133000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120222T120807 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T120807 UID:3159@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Just Eating? Practicing Our Faith at the Table Leadership Workshops DESCRIPTION:This is a Train-the-Trainer workshop for congregations that want to use the Just Eating? Practicing Our Faith at the Table curriculum in their congregations. Just Eating? is a 7-session curriculum for Christian congregations exploring the links between the way we eat and the way we live. Scripture, prayer, and stories from our local and global community are woven together to explore four key aspects of our relationship with food: the health of our bodies; the challenge of hunger; the health of the earth that provides our food; and the ways we use food to extend hospitality and enrich relationships. Click here to see the curriculum.  Training Dates: Thursday, March 1st, 2012 (9:30 am -1:30 pm) at Westchester Community Church, 1840 Westchester Blvd, Westchester, IL Saturday, March 10th, 2012 (10 -2 pm), United Baptist Church, 4242 W Roosevelt, Chicago. This training will include the edition adapted for African American culture. Take this opportunity to explore eating as a practice of faith and gain the knowledge to lead the program in your own community. Includes 4 hours of training and lunch, and costs $15. Lunch and book materials included in $15 fee. Participants leave with a Leader Guide, Participant Guide and Middle School Curriculum. Please RSVP to Jessica Palys at 847-384-3528 or jessica.thecenter@gmail.com. LOCATION:1840 Westchester Blvd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/just-eating-practicing-our-faith-at-the-table-leadership-workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120619 DTEND:20120622 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120220T123751 LAST-MODIFIED:20120220T123751 UID:3149@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:2012 Integrated Public Health and Medical Preparedness Summit DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: June 19-21, 2012 for more information click on: Public Health Medical Preparedness 6-19-12 LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/2012-integrated-public-health-and-medical-preparedness-summit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120716 DTEND:20120721 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120208T120641 LAST-MODIFIED:20120208T120641 UID:3141@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Summer Institute on Theology and Disability DESCRIPTION:Hold the dates:  July 16-20, 2012 For more information click on: Theology Disability Conf 7-16-12   LOCATION:5416 S Cornell Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/summer-institute-on-theology-and-disability END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120223T130000 DTEND:20120223T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120131T131945 LAST-MODIFIED:20120131T132104 UID:3136@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Summer Food Service Program--Public Session DESCRIPTION:Curious about how USDA can help you serve food to kids over the summer? Join us for a Summer Food Service Program webinar to find out about the Summer Food Service Program . If you’re wondering how your organization can get involved, check out stories from other faith and community leaders who are keeping kids healthy and hunger-free when school is out.  Register here!    Upcoming Webinar Dates: Thursday, 2/16/12, 1:00pm African-American Serving Organizations Thursday, 2/23/12, 2:00pm Public Session Tuesday, 2/28/12, 1:00pm Latino Serving Organizations Wednesday, 2/29/12, 1:00pm Faith-Based Organizations   LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/summer-food-service-program-public-session END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120207T184500 DTEND:20120207T210000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120131T124536 LAST-MODIFIED:20120131T124837 UID:3131@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Eat.Talk.Grow. Tu B’shvat Seder DESCRIPTION:Tu B’Shvat Seder Cultivates Community in Chicago   What: Eat.Talk.Grow Tu B’shvat Seder Where: Emanuel Congregation (5959 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago) When: Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 6:45 p.m. Free Parking Lot – Doors open at 6:40pm Silent Meditation Begins Promptly at 6:45pm How Much: $18.00 All are Welcome! – Register Online     CRC Certified Kosher Meal Option available with Pre-Registration In partnership with JCC Sidney N. Shure Kehilla, the Gan Project, a Jewish social and environmental justice organization, is pleased to announce the next dinner in their Eat.Talk.Grow. series. This season’s dinner celebrates Rosh Hashanah L'Ilanot (the New Year For Trees) with "The Divine Meal," a Tu B'Shvat Seder featuring a delicious gourmet vegan menu featuring the seven spices and dessert (sponsored in part by Karyn’s on Green) accompanied by festive music, meditation and schmoozing.  The event will be held at Emanuel Congregation (5959 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago), at 6:45pm on Tuesday, February 7th.  Participants will be provided with ceremonial wine and grape juice, but all other libations will be B.Y.O. (Wine, Beer, Spirits, Kombucha, Cider, Home Brew, etc.). “So many times, around the holidays, people are forced to choose which event to attend from amongst the many amazing organizations that make up the landscape of the Jewish community,” said Jill Zenoff, founder of the Gan Project.  “We wanted to host an event that blends together these vibrant and diverse groups.” The Gan Project and Kehilla are collaborating with The Center for Jewish Mindfulness,Mishkan Chicago, Moishe House - Lakeview and Avodah: The Jewish Service Corps to create a unique event that will bring together their communities in celebration and the continual pursuit of Tzedek (justice) and Tikkun Olam (repairing of the world). The Eat.Talk.Grow. dinner series brings people together to celebrate the holidays by exploring the Jewish calendar, a yearly cycle of season and time that is tied to history, the earth, the Jewish people and spirituality. ***** As a social and environmental justice organization, The Gan Project nourishes, protects and celebrates Jewish life through the cultivation of soil and community. The organization is building a regenerative food system that enlivens Jewish tradition, embodies Jewish values and immerses the community in a rich educational and cultural experience.  If you would like more information about The Gan Project please contact Jill Zenoff at (773) 516-5877 or by email at theganproject@gmail.com. You can also follow the Gan Project on Facebook or Twitter. LOCATION:5959 N. Sheridan Rd URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/t-talk-grow-tu-b%e2%80%99shvat-seder END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120211T090000 DTEND:20120211T120000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120130T121300 LAST-MODIFIED:20120130T121452 UID:3127@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Portrait of Dementia: Helping People Live Well DESCRIPTION:This interactive seminar is designed to provide insights into the diagnosis, experience and progression of dementia. For more information click on: Dementia Seminar 2-11-12   LOCATION:6601 W. College Dr. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/portrait-of-dementia-helping-people-live-well END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120308T173000 DTEND:20120308T203000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120125T151714 LAST-MODIFIED:20120210T182812 UID:3124@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Family, Faith and Health: Preventing HIV/AIDS DESCRIPTION:Faith and Health Quarterly Meeting Family, Faith and Health:  Preventing HIV/AIDS by Strengthening Relationships and Faith Thursday, March 8, 5:30-8:30 p.m. The Faith Community of St. Sabina Elder’s Village 1222 W. 79th St., Chicago IL (79th St. and Avalon Ave.) This meeting features a culturally sensitive HIV prevention and health promotion program for African American mothers and daughters led by Dr. Chisina Kapungu, Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Illinois at Chicago. The family and faith-centered HIV intervention is unique because it combines two proven approaches--a grass-roots intervention developed by the faith community and an HIV prevention program designed for African American girls. Program 5:30-6 p.m.  Gathering and light supper available 6-6:30 p.m.  Centering Time 6:30-8 p.m.  Presentation by Dr. Kapungu and members of the Family and Faith-Centered program 8-8:30 p.m.  Resource sharing and announcements There is no fee for this event. A small donation to assist with the cost of the supper would be appreciated, but is not required.  So we can plan for food, please RSVP to Olga at 847-384-3513 or olga.wegehaupt@advocatehealth.com. Bring flyers, brochures and announcements that you want to share about your programs or events.   For more information click on: March 8 QM Flyer Article: Faith-based HIV Prevention Intervention for African American Mothers and Daughters LOCATION:1222 W. 79th St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/olgas-test END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120216 DTEND:20120217 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120124T130600 LAST-MODIFIED:20120124T130600 UID:3120@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Summer Food Service Program Webinar DESCRIPTION:Curious about how USDA can help you serve food to kids over the summer? Join us for a Summer Food Service Program webinar to find out about the Summer Food Service Program . If you’re wondering how your organization can get involved, check out stories from other faith and community leaders who are keeping kids healthy and hunger-free when school is out.  Register here!   Upcoming Webinar Dates: Thursday, 2/16/12, 1:00pm African-American Serving Organizations Thursday, 2/23/12, 2:00pm Public Session Tuesday, 2/28/12, 1:00pm Latino Serving Organizations Wednesday, 2/29/12, 1:00pm Faith-Based Organizations   LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/summer-food-service-program-webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120218T090000 DTEND:20120218T160000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120120T113655 LAST-MODIFIED:20120120T113916 UID:3084@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Social Exclusion Symposium DESCRIPTION:The African American Alumni Committee of the University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration Alumni Association will present a symposium: Saturday, February 18, 2012 9:00 - 4:00 For more information click on: Social Exclusion Symposium 2-18-12 LOCATION:969 E. 60th St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/social-exclusion-symposium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120131T160000 DTEND:20120131T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120120T111839 LAST-MODIFIED:20120120T112036 UID:3083@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Seasonal Flu Call for Latino Faith & Community Leaders DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a “Seasonal Flu Call for Latino Faith and Community Leaders” Sponsored by the HHS Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, the Office of Minority Health, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Please RSVP by clicking here. Tuesday, January 31st at 4:00 pm EST Call-in information will be sent to registered callers 24 hours in advance of the call. If you have any additional questions, please email partnerships@hhs.gov   You are subscribed to The Partnership Center Newsletter for U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services. Learn more about The Partnership Center.   Manage your HHS Subscriptions: Update your preferences or unsubscribe Questions about this service?  support@govdelivery.com Other inquiries?  Contact HHS LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/seasonal-flu-call-for-latino-faith-community-leaders END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120128T100000 DTEND:20120128T133000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120111T114007 LAST-MODIFIED:20120111T114211 UID:3068@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:2012 Training to Lead "Just Eating?: Practicing Our Faith at the Table" DESCRIPTION:January 28th, 2012 Training to lead Just Eating?: Practicing Our Faith at the Table.   **This training will include the edition adapted for African American food and culture. Just Eating? is a 7-session curriculum for congregational discussion groups exploring the links between the way we eat and the way we live.  Scripture, prayer, and stories from our local and global community are woven together to explore four key aspects of our relationship with food: the health of our bodies; the challenge of hunger; the health of the earth that provides our food; and the ways we use food to extend hospitality and enrich relationships. Location: Emmanuel Temple AME Church 1401 Newcastle, Westchester, IL 10 am – 1:30 pm, lunch included. Take this opportunity to reconnect with food as a practice of faith, health and ritual, and gain the knowledge to lead the program in your own community.  Includes 4 hours of training and lunch, and costs $15.  Participants leave with a Leader Guide, Participant Guide and Middle School Curriculum. Click here to view the curriculum on-line.   LOCATION:1401 Newcastle URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/2012-training-to-lead-just-eating-practicing-our-faith-at-the-table END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120114T130000 DTEND:20120114T150000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120111T112733 LAST-MODIFIED:20120111T114320 UID:3065@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Muslim Women's Alliance: Special Needs Event DESCRIPTION:MWA's Special Needs Event Parent and Community Resources: Making Connections Please join MWA for an informal follow up for the December 1st event. This event is open to all.  If you are a parent of a child with special needs, a provider of services to children with special needs or a concerned community member please join us.  This event will be great way for parents of a child with special needs to connect with each other as well as learn about resources that are available within the community for your child and family. For a printable flyer click here: Muslim Women Alliance 1-14-12 WHEN:           Saturday, January 14th, 2012 WHERE:         Pompei 17W744 22nd Street Oakbrook, IL 60181 TIME:             1:00pm-3:00pm Adults of all faith backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to attend. Though lunch will not be served, please feel free to eat from the restaurant. For more information and to RSVP click: HERE. Adults only please. Program Managers: Shaheen Shedbalkar, Areej Khan and Saima Ahmed If you were unable to make the last special needs event or would like to hear the speeches again please visit our YouTube Channel LOCATION:17 W 744 22nd Street URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/muslim-womens-alliance-special-needs-event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20120110T130000 DTEND:20120110T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20120105T111306 LAST-MODIFIED:20120105T112014 UID:3052@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Prevention and Health Reform DESCRIPTION: You Are Invited To a Conference Call on: Prevention and Health Reform: Bringing Health to Where We Live, Learn, Work, Pray and Play   Hosted By the HHS Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships    Tuesday, January 10 at 1:00 pm EST   You must RSVP to attend. Please RSVP here no later than Monday, January 9 at 1:00 pm EST. Call-In information will be provided 24 hours prior to the call ONLY to those who RSVP. PowerPoint slides are available by clicking here (Prevention and Health Reform Slides under “Resources”). Please submit any questions you have in advance of the call to ACA101@hhs.gov.   Manage your HHS Subscriptions: Update your preferences or unsubscribe Questions about this service?  support@govdelivery.com Other inquiries?  Contact HHS   LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/prevention-and-health-reform END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111201T111500 DTEND:20111201T163000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111118T145230 LAST-MODIFIED:20111118T150139 UID:2944@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:HIV/AIDS Clergy and Lay Leadership Summit DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:5460 S. University Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/hivaids-clergy-and-lay-leadership-summit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111207 DTEND:20111209 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111118T105040 LAST-MODIFIED:20111118T110150 UID:2936@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Mental Health Capacity Building Conference DESCRIPTION:  Training is free! Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged. Registration deadline: November 28, 2011. You may register online at http://conference.afyainc.com/partnershipsandcapacitybuilding . For additional questions, contact Robin Dade or Ebony Francis-Jackson at (301) 957-3040 or email: partnerships@afyainc.com LOCATION:725 W. Roosevelt Rd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/mental-health-capacity-building-conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111213T113000 DTEND:20111213T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111110T115801 LAST-MODIFIED:20111110T115847 UID:2923@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Spanish Conference Call Tour for Faith & Community Leaders DESCRIPTION:This is a conference call tour in Spanish of CuidadoDeSalud.gov, the first website in Spanish to provide consumers with both public and private health coverage options tailored specifically for their needs in a single, easy-to-use tool. For more information please click on: Conf Call Tour for Faith in Spanish 12-13-11 LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/spanish-conference-call-tour-for-faith-community-leaders END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111115T120000 DTEND:20111116T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111109T160530 LAST-MODIFIED:20111109T160905 UID:2920@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:American Society on Aging Upcoming Web Seminars DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Web Seminars: Tips for Family Caregivers - November 15, 2011 Doctor/Patient Communication - November 16,2011 For more information click on: Upcoming Web Seminars LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/american-society-on-aging-upcoming-web-seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111129T110000 DTEND:20111129T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111107T130751 LAST-MODIFIED:20111107T130912 UID:2917@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Breast Cancer Awareness and Screening DESCRIPTION:This session is part of the Healthy Chicago Lawn "Lunch and Learn series". For more information click on: Breast Cancer Awareness & Screening 11-29-11 LOCATION:2701 W. 68th St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/breast-cancer-awareness-and-screening END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111108T140000 DTEND:20111108T150000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111104T091955 LAST-MODIFIED:20111104T092413 UID:2908@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Affordable Care Act and Behavioral Health DESCRIPTION:You Are Invited To:  An AFFORDABLE CARE ACT and Behavioral Health Conference Call   Hosted By the HHS Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration    Tuesday, November 8, at 2:00 pm CT Phone: 866-705-5077 Passcode: 6149465   Please send any questions you may have to ACA101@hhs.gov. LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/affordable-care-act-and-behavioral-health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111108T124500 DTEND:20111108T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111031T144009 LAST-MODIFIED:20111031T144342 UID:2894@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:National Disaster Recovery Framework Webinar DESCRIPTION:DHS Center for Faith-based & Neighborhood Partnerships A Center of the White House Office of Faith-based & Neighborhood Partnerships FEMA’s Community Preparedness Webinar Series presents... Introduction to the National Disaster Recovery Framework  Join the webinar Tuesday November 8th at 1:45 p.m. EST   by CLICKING HERE No registration is required, and the webinar is free Due to the projected high volume of this webinar we are asking you to join the webinar 15 minutes prior to the start time. Click on the above link to login to the webinar at 1:45 p.m EST. The webinar will begin promptly at 2 p.m. Join us for a webinar about the recently released National Disaster Recovery Framework (NDRF).  The NDRF defines how we will work together as a nation to best meet the disaster recovery needs of individuals, families, communities and states. A collaborative process, involving leaders from the Whole Community, was used for developing the NDRF and is intended to provide a clear picture for all involved in disaster recovery operations.  The NDRF is focused on how to restore, redevelop, and revitalize the infrastructure, housing, health, social, economic, natural and environmental components of the community in the aftermath of a disaster by ensuring inclusiveness, leadership, coordination and recovery planning at all levels of government. The NDRF is based on the principle that all emergency management partners, including the private sector, non-profit organizations, faith-based organizations, individual citizens, as well as local, state, tribal and federal government agencies have a role to play in the recovery process.  And in catastrophic scenarios, leveraging resources of the Whole Community to meet the needs of disaster impacted communities is essential . Join the webinar to learn more about how the National Disaster Recovery Framework provides a more inclusive, collaborative and comprehensive approach to address disaster recovery issues and challenges. Regards, FEMA Individual & Community Preparedness Division www.citizencorps.gov Follow us on Twitter: @Citizen_Corps “FEMA’s mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.”   LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/national-disaster-recovery-framework-webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111111190000140000T140000 DTEND:20111111210000180000T180000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111031T113054 LAST-MODIFIED:20111031T144925 UID:2891@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Join Us In Celebrating Our Unsung Hereos DESCRIPTION:From Charles Straight,  As we continue the fight against HIV in our community I want to ask you to honor those we have lost to the battle. November 10-13 the United States Conference on AIDS sponsored by the National Minority AIDS Council will be in Chicago for the first time ever! I am on the host committee and we are having a memorial service on Friday November 11, at 7pm. at the Chicago Temple. I would like to invite you all to come and send photos of members and friends that you have lost to AIDS they will be displayed during the service. Send to uscachicagomemorial@comcast.net To view the flyer on this event click on:  Memorial Flyer 11-11-2011 Please follow this link for more on the USCA. http://www.nmac.org/index/2011-usca LOCATION:77 W. Washington URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/us-conference-on-aids END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111117T193000 DTEND:20111117T210000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111024T094524 LAST-MODIFIED:20111024T094734 UID:2863@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Life Transitions: A Panel of Experts Discuss End-ofLife Care Through a Jewish Lens DESCRIPTION:Life Transitions: A Panel of Experts Discuss End-of-Life Care Through a Jewish Lens November 17, 2011 Thursday, 7:30 - 9:00 pm Lieberman Center for Health and Rehabilitation 9700 Gross Point Road Skokie, IL As we face the aging of our loved ones, what does Judaism teach us about end-of-life care, helping us to make compassionate and responsible decisions?  This workshop will provide an overview of the ethical, legal, Judaic and practical caregiving issues that pertain to this challenging life stage. MEET OUR PANEL Rabbi Barry Kinzbrunner, MD, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, VITAS Innovative Hospice Care Aaron J. McLeod, J.D., M.Div., Community Liaison, VITAS Innovative Hospice Care Rabbi Dr. Joseph S. Ozarowski, Chaplain, JCFS Jewish Healing Network of Chicago Allison Hutner, LCSW, Inpatient Social Worker, Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter PRE-REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED Please contact Elizabeth Siegel Cohen 847-745-5404 or ElizabethCohen@jcfs.org Free. Refreshments served; dietary laws observed LOCATION:9700 Gross Point Rd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/life-transitions-a-panel-of-experts-discuss-end-oflife-care-through-a-jewish-lens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111111T093000 DTEND:20111111T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111019T130347 LAST-MODIFIED:20111019T130514 UID:2860@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:C3 Joint Training Seminar DESCRIPTION:This seminar will provide educational content relevant to community-based participatory research that meets the needs of community and faculty, and will facilitate linkages to develop joint research and community health improvement initiatives. For more information click on: CBPR Training 11 11 11 LOCATION:2100 W. Warren Blvd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/c3-joint-training-seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111019T093000 DTEND:20111019T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111012T121005 LAST-MODIFIED:20111012T122311 UID:2832@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:From Societal to Personal, How to Prevent Domestic Violence DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on the risk and protective factors that lead to the abuse in intimate partner relationships. For more information please go to: Illinois Center for Violence Prevention LOCATION:70 E. Lake St., Suite 720 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/from-societal-to-personal-how-to-prevent-domestic-violence END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111022T083000 DTEND:20111022T120000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111012T120228 LAST-MODIFIED:20111012T120307 UID:2831@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Health Within Illness: Giving Voice to Experience DESCRIPTION:On Saturday, October 22nd a continuing education workshop for healthcare and ministry professionals on "Health Within Illness: Giving Voice to Experience" will be held at North Park Theological Seminary. For more information about the program, costs, continuing nurses education credit, and to register, go to: http://www.northpark.edu/healthwithinillness LOCATION:3225 W. Foster URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/health-within-illness-giving-voice-to-experience-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111027T120000 DTEND:20111027T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111006T100716 LAST-MODIFIED:20111006T100752 UID:2825@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:27th Annual Human Values Forum DESCRIPTION:"The Will to Live and Other Mysteries in Medicine" is the topic of this years Forum.  For more information go to: 2011 HVF Invitation LOCATION:1775 Dempster St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/27th-annual-human-values-forum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111014T083000 DTEND:20111014T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20111003T112251 LAST-MODIFIED:20111003T113533 UID:2822@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Latino Behavioral Health Symposium DESCRIPTION:"From Stigma to Wellness" Keynote Speaker: Illinois Senator William Delgado For more information go to: Latino Behavioral Health Symposium 10 14 11 LOCATION:325 N. Wells, Suite 407 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/latino-behavioral-health-symposium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110907T080000 DTEND:20110908T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110907T085725 LAST-MODIFIED:20110907T091052 UID:2786@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Fordson: Faith, Fasting, Football and the American Dream. Viewing and Discussion DESCRIPTION:The Muslim Women's Alliance invites you to a commemorative event for the 10th anniversary of September 11th. Please join us as we partner with different faiths and cultural groups to view and discuss Fordson: Faith, Fasting, Football and the American Dream (www.fordsonthemovie.com) WHEN:      Sunday, September 11, 2011 WHERE:   AMC Showplace Village Crossing 18 7000 Carpenter Road Skokie, IL TIME:        12:30PM - 4:30PM  Post-Movie Discussion and Refreshment Session WHERE:  Holiday Inn (2 minutes away from AMC on the intersection of Touhy and Carpenter) 5300 W. Touhy Ave. Skokie, IL TIME:       Immediately after the movie from 3:10PM - 4:30PM Raffle prizes - AMC movie gifts cards will be picked for attendees at the end of the discussion. ALL ATTENDEES ARE REQUESTED TO STAY FOR THE POST DISCUSSION For more information and to RSVP click HERE. Please note that your confirmation to attend this event is only secure when you receive an email with your assigned ticket number. Space is limited and tickets will be allocated appropriately to ensure a diverse audience. Tickets numbers will be assigned on or before September 5th. LOCATION:7000 Carpenter Road URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/fordson-faith-fasting-football-and-the-american-dream-viewing-and-discussion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111007T080000 DTEND:20111007T160000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110906T130003 LAST-MODIFIED:20110906T130931 UID:2778@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Coming Home: Developing a Pastoral Response for Returning Combat Veterans DESCRIPTION:Edward Hines VA Chaplain Service Presents Coming Home: Developing a Pastoral Response for Returning Combat Veterans John Oliver Chief, Chaplain Service at the Durham, N. C. VA Medical October 7, 2011 8:00am Building 200 Main Chapel Audience: Community Clergy, Lay leaders, Chaplains, Social workers, Mental Health We hope a representative from your community of faith will come and enjoy a timely and informative seminar to enhance ways to care for "those who have borne the battle" .  Free Lunch and Refreshments provided. Please RSVP by Sept. 30, 2011 to Chaplain Melvin Jones 708-202-2848 or Karen Root 708-202-2531 For more information click: Clergy Training for Returning Veterans LOCATION:5000 S. 5th St., Bldg. 200 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/coming-home-developing-a-pastoral-response-for-returning-combat-veterans END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110921T093000 DTEND:20110921T110000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110902T165047 LAST-MODIFIED:20110912T160200 UID:2775@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Community Based Research in Faith Communities DESCRIPTION:As more & more scientific evidence emerges on the connection between faith and health, so too has the interest in conducting research with churches and faith-based organizations. This workshop will: Introduce the Alliance for Research in Chicagoland Communities (ARCC) Explain the community-based participatory research (CBPR) research approach Describe the ARCC Seed Grant program Present an ARCC faith-based seed grant recipient about the special needs and concerns experienced by faith based institutions when engaging in this work ARCC Workshop Flyer Presented by the Alliance for Research in Chicagoland Communities (ARCC) in partnership with The Center for Faith and Community Health Transformation RSVP to Olga at 847-384-3513 or olga.wegehaupt@advocatehealth.com.   LOCATION:1747 W. Roosevelt Rd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/community-based-research-in-faith-communities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111006T180000 DTEND:20111006T210000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110902T094341 LAST-MODIFIED:20110902T094622 UID:2759@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Hunger Banquet DESCRIPTION:Are you hungry for a better world? While nearly 1 billion people suffer today from starvation, many of us hunger for a world in which all have enough. Naturally, we also hunger for the meaning of it all. We invite you to collaborate in a unique way to relieve hunger in our own community. Interfaith Impact, a grassroots Oak Park/River Forest community interfaith effort, sparked by One Chicago, One Nation Community Ambassador Susan Lucci, will host a Hunger Banquet at Dominican University beginning at 6PM the evening of October 6, 2011. The Banquet will take place in the Aula Auditorium of Dominican’s Priory Campus, 7200 W. Division, River Forest. Here is a link to directions: http://www.dom.edu/contact-us/dominican-locations/Priory-Campus.html. Based on an Oxfam model, a Hunger Banquet is an orchestrated dinner designed to demonstrate the global disparity in food security and to raise awareness about world hunger. Speakers will motivate participants to engage in local efforts to relieve hunger, followed by a reflection/interfaith dialogue. Between now and then, all gardeners are invited to donate their excess harvested produce to the Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry (848 Lake Street, OP - Enter via the parking lot on Kenilworth and knock on the window of the lower level marked by “delivery here”). You may deliver your produce donations in any kind of container at the following times: Monday (9AM—5PM); Tuesday (9AM—5PM and 6-7PM); Wednesday (3-5:30 PM); Thursday (noon—5 PM); Friday (9AM—10:45 AM); and Saturday (8:30 AM—noon). Join our community in this hunger awareness-raising effort and celebration - come, make meaning, be nourished. This event is free and open to the public but your reservation is required by September 30, 2011 to Fran Nolan in Mission & Ministry: fnolan@dom.edu. For more information or to volunteer to participate in this event, please contact: Susan Lucci, 708-955-7366 or smlucci@sbcglobal.net. LOCATION:7200 W. Division URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/hunger-banquet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110910T203000 DTEND:20110910T213000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110830T181752 LAST-MODIFIED:20110831T073832 UID:2737@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:An Evening of Remembrance and Hope DESCRIPTION:Chicago faith communities join to observe the 10th anniversary of 9/11 to advance peace moving forward. Co-sponsored by the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago and the Council of  Chicago Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago.   LOCATION:50 W. Washington Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/an-evening-of-remembrance-and-hope END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110916T090000 DTEND:20110916T110000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110830T101759 LAST-MODIFIED:20110830T102432 UID:2716@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Facing Culture: Stigma and Social Exclusion of LGBT Latino Population DESCRIPTION:The Naomi Ruth Cohen Institute for Mental Health Education  and the Center for Latino/a Mental Health are pleased to announce a community workshop: “Facing Culture: Stigma and Social Exclusion of LGBT Latino Population” featuring Dr. Jose Toro-Alfonso, psychologist and researcher at the University of Puerto Rico.  The workshop is will be held on September 15th 2011 for the community and students.  The Latino/a Mental Health Providers Network will host a workshop on September 16th 2011 for mental health professional working with the Latino/a LGBT population.   This is a free event; individuals interested in attending can register online at www.eventbrite.com. To view flyer: Dr. Toro Alfonso Combined Flyer LOCATION:325 N. Wells St., 5th Fl. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/facing-culture-stigma-and-social-exclusion-of-lgbt-latino-population-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110915T170000 DTEND:20110915T200000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110830T100903 LAST-MODIFIED:20110830T102034 UID:2714@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Facing Culture: Stigma and Social Exclusion of LGBT Latino Population DESCRIPTION:The Naomi Ruth Cohen Institute for Mental Health Education  and the Center for Latino/a Mental Health are pleased to announce a community workshop: “Facing Culture: Stigma and Social Exclusion of LGBT Latino Population” featuring Dr. Jose Toro-Alfonso, psychologist and researcher at the University of Puerto Rico.  The workshop is will be held on September 15th 2011 for the community and students.  The Latino/a Mental Health Providers Network will host a workshop on September 16th 2011 for mental health professional working with the Latino/a LGBT population.   This is a free event; individuals interested in attending can register online at www.eventbrite.com. To view flyer:  Dr. Toro Alfonso Combined Flyer   LOCATION:325 N. Wells St., 5th Fl. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/facing-culture-stigma-and-social-exclusion-of-lgbt-latino-population END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111001T110000 DTEND:20111001T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110829T162759 LAST-MODIFIED:20110829T165416 UID:2712@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:A.C.T.S OF F.A.I.T.H INVITES YOU! OCTOBER 1 DESCRIPTION: A.C.T.S OF F.A.I.T.H "Spiritually United to Promote Health Equity  in Our Communities"   Join us in the celebration of work of 11 churches  bound together in partnership for health Blooming Rose Deliverance Church, Carter Temple CME, Faith Community of Saint Sabina, Langley Avenue COG, Metropolitan Community Church, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, New Beginnings Church, Oakdale Covenant Church, St Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Salem Baptist Church and Trinity United Church of Christ   Saturday, October 1, 2011 11:00am-2:oopm Oakdale Covenant Church 9440 S. Vincennes Ave   Tickets $10.00    Praise Dancers! Panel Discussion! Mass Choir! Health Screenings! Refreshments and more! Buy your ticket now: http://actsoffaithcelebrateoct1.eventbrite.com   For more information call 773-245-3008 or email actsoffaithorg@gmail.com     LOCATION:9440 S. Vincennes Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/a-c-t-s-of-f-a-i-t-h-invites-you-october-1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110908T100000 DTEND:20110908T120000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110826T151131 LAST-MODIFIED:20110826T152002 UID:2690@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Children and Trauma DESCRIPTION:September 8: 10:00 a.m. –12:00 (noon) Children & Trauma Kimberly Mann, LCSW, Ph.D., Chicago Sate University Young children are exposed to traumatic stressors at rates similar to those of older children. The most common traumatic stressors for young children include: accidents, physical trauma, abuse, neglect, and exposure to domestic and community violence. Come learn more about issues related to children and violence, trauma, and interventions that can help guide a child to mental wellness. Location: King Center, 4314 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL Street parking available Chicago Department of Public Health Office of Violence Prevention Call 312.745.0381 to register. LOCATION:4314 S. Cottage Grove Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/children-and-trauma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111118T083000 DTEND:20111118T143000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T173641 LAST-MODIFIED:20111015T155517 UID:2688@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Preparing Faith Leaders for HIV Prevention Ministry DESCRIPTION:Clergy are strongly encouraged to enroll in the free capacity building seminars to further their education. These trainings address the unique challenges and barriers faith leaders experience in becoming engaged in HIV prevention ministry. Seminar participants will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to initiate and sustain HIV prevention education in their local communities. Seminars Meet Monthly 8:30 AM—2:30 PM* DuSable Museum of African American History 740 East 56th Place Chicago, Illinois November 18, 2011 Radically Loving, Radically Inclusive, Radically Reconciling: Core Values for WHOSOEVER Ministry Rev. Edwin C. Sanders, II, Senior Servant Metropolitan Interdenominational Church Leaders unable to attend the Symposium can register for the Seminars by contacting MICTAN at (615) 277-1761 or vnellis@metropolitanfrc.com http://iphionline.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={98B453CA-FE21-4B19-8881-EA63C6E6F3C6} LOCATION:740 E. 56th Place URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/leadership-development-seminars-3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111021T083000 DTEND:20111021T143000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T173150 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T173223 UID:2687@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Leadership Development Seminars DESCRIPTION:Clergy are strongly encouraged to enroll in the free capacity building seminars to further their education. These trainings address the unique challenges and barriers faith leaders experience in becoming engaged in HIV prevention ministry. Seminar participants will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to initiate and sustain HIV prevention education in their local communities. Seminars Meet Monthly 8:30 AM—2:30 PM* DuSable Museum of African American History 740 East 56th Place Chicago, Illinois October 21, 2011 First Century Theology, 21st Century Ministry: Contextual Bible Study for Contemporary Realities Cheryl Anderson, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Old Testament Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary Evanston, Illinois Leaders unable to attend the Symposium can register for the Seminars by contacting MICTAN at (615) 277-1761 or vnellis@metropolitanfrc.com http://iphionline.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={98B453CA-FE21-4B19-8881-EA63C6E6F3C6} LOCATION:740 E. 56th Place URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/leadership-development-seminars-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110916T083000 DTEND:20110916T143000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T171645 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T172541 UID:2685@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Leadership Development Seminars DESCRIPTION:Clergy are strongly encouraged to enroll in the free capacity building seminars to further their education. These trainings address the unique challenges and barriers faith leaders experience in becoming engaged in HIV prevention ministry. Seminar participants will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to initiate and sustain HIV prevention education in their local communities. Seminars Meet Monthly 8:30 AM—2:30 PM* DuSable Museum of African American History 740 East 56th Place Chicago, Illinois September 16, 2011 Sexuality and Sexual Health: Sexuality in the Context of the Church Rev. Edwin C. Sanders, II, Senior Servant Metropolitan Interdenominational Church Nashville, Tennessee   Sexuality and Sexual Health: Confronting Contradictions, Creating Healing Conversations Gail E. Wyatt, Ph.D. Professor UCLA Department of Psychiatry and Bio-behavioral Sciences; Director, UCLA Sexual Health Program Clinical Psychologist and Sex Therapist Los Angles, California Leaders unable to attend the Symposium can register for the Seminars by contacting MICTAN at (615) 277-1761 or vnellis@metropolitanfrc.com http://iphionline.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={98B453CA-FE21-4B19-8881-EA63C6E6F3C6} LOCATION:740 E. 56th Place URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/leadership-development-seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110928T090000 DTEND:20110928T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T162522 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T162605 UID:2674@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Partners in Action Online Conference, Sept. 26-28, 2011 DESCRIPTION:FREE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS FOR FAITH LEADERS  to address the HIV/AIDS health crisis in African-American communities. PARTNERS IN ACTION ONLINE CONFERENCE Be part of an innovative professional development opportunity by participating in this online conference available to you right from your computer. PARTNERS IN ACTION      Communities Addressing Critical Health Issues REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE September 26 – 28, 2011 To register visit the conference link at http://iphionline.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={98B453CA-FE21-4B19-8881-EA63C6E6F3C6} LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/partners-in-action-online-conference-sept-26-28-2011-3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110927T090000 DTEND:20110927T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T162112 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T162217 UID:2673@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Partners in Action Online Conference, Sept. 26-28, 2011 DESCRIPTION:FREE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS FOR FAITH LEADERS  to address the HIV/AIDS health crisis in African-American communities. PARTNERS IN ACTION ONLINE CONFERENCE Be part of an innovative professional development opportunity by participating in this online conference available to you right from your computer. PARTNERS IN ACTION      Communities Addressing Critical Health Issues REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE September 26 – 28, 2011 To register visit the conference link at http://iphionline.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={98B453CA-FE21-4B19-8881-EA63C6E6F3C6} LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/partners-in-action-online-conference-sept-26-28-2011-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110926T090000 DTEND:20110926T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T160610 LAST-MODIFIED:20110913T154910 UID:2670@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Partners in Action Online Conference, Sept. 26-28, 2011 DESCRIPTION:PARTNERS IN ACTION ONLINE CONFERENCE Be part of an innovative professional development opportunity by participating in this online conference available to you right from your computer. PARTNERS IN ACTION      Communities Addressing Critical Health Issues REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE September 26 – 28, 2011 To register visit the conference link at http://iphionline.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={98B453CA-FE21-4B19-8881-EA63C6E6F3C6} LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/partners-in-action-online-conference-sept-26-28-2011 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110923T090000 DTEND:20110923T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T131820 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T150644 UID:2666@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Community Renewal Society's 3 Day Organizing Training, Sept. 21-23, 2011 DESCRIPTION:Community Renewal Society Register for the Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing Training Become a leader in fighting for social justice Do you want to organize people in your community or congregation to win change? Are you ready to stand up and take action but unsure how to get started? Come learn the skills to organize and win! The Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing training will challenge your presumptions, confront your priorities, and move you to reflect on who you are capable of being as a community builder. What:            Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing Training When:            Wednesday, September 21 – Friday, September 23 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Wednesday and Thursday) 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Friday) Where:          Community Renewal Society 332 S Michigan Avenue, Suite 500  Cost:             $300 (Leaders from CRS member congregations should contact                        their organizer for a discounted rate.) The deadline for registration is Friday, September 16 so Register Now!  Community Renewal Society’s flagship three-day training identifies key organizing principles, how values influence those principles, and how you can become an effective organizer and leader. Civic Action Network staff and guest trainers lead participants through challenging sessions focused on organizing skills and faith-based principles. The training includes sessions on: The Melian Debate History and Principles of Organizing Values One-on-ones Agitation Base Building and Leadership Development Cutting Issues Taking Action Power Analysis Effective Meetings Analysis and Campaign Development For more information click here or contact Alex Wiesendanger (awiesendanger@communityrenewalsociety.org) at 312.427.4830 x 3840 We look forward to sharing with you our knowledge of community organizing principles and values. See you in September! In the meantime connect with us on Facebook. KNOWLEDGE > ACTION > CHANGE 332 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 500, Chicago, IL  60604   www.communityrenewalsociety.org LOCATION:332 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 500 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/community-renewal-societys-3-day-organizing-training-sept-21-23-2011-3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110922T090000 DTEND:20110922T190000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T131504 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T150225 UID:2665@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Community Renewal Society's 3 Day Organizing Training, Sept. 21-23, 2011 DESCRIPTION:Community Renewal Society Register for the Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing Training Become a leader in fighting for social justice Do you want to organize people in your community or congregation to win change? Are you ready to stand up and take action but unsure how to get started? Come learn the skills to organize and win! The Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing training will challenge your presumptions, confront your priorities, and move you to reflect on who you are capable of being as a community builder. What:            Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing Training When:            Wednesday, September 21 – Friday, September 23 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Wednesday and Thursday) 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Friday) Where:          Community Renewal Society 332 S Michigan Avenue, Suite 500  Cost:             $300 (Leaders from CRS member congregations should contact                        their organizer for a discounted rate.) The deadline for registration is Friday, September 16 so Register Now!  Community Renewal Society’s flagship three-day training identifies key organizing principles, how values influence those principles, and how you can become an effective organizer and leader. Civic Action Network staff and guest trainers lead participants through challenging sessions focused on organizing skills and faith-based principles. The training includes sessions on: The Melian Debate History and Principles of Organizing Values One-on-ones Agitation Base Building and Leadership Development Cutting Issues Taking Action Power Analysis Effective Meetings Analysis and Campaign Development For more information click here or contact Alex Wiesendanger (awiesendanger@communityrenewalsociety.org) at 312.427.4830 x 3840 We look forward to sharing with you our knowledge of community organizing principles and values. See you in September! In the meantime connect with us on Facebook. KNOWLEDGE > ACTION > CHANGE 332 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 500, Chicago, IL  60604   www.communityrenewalsociety.org LOCATION:332 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 500 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/community-renewal-societys-3-day-organizing-training-sept-21-23-2011-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110921T090000 DTEND:20110921T190000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T120301 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T145729 UID:2663@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Community Renewal Society's 3 Day Organizing Training, Sept. 21-23, 2011 DESCRIPTION:Community Renewal Society Register for the Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing Training Become a leader in fighting for social justice Do you want to organize people in your community or congregation to win change? Are you ready to stand up and take action but unsure how to get started? Come learn the skills to organize and win! The Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing training will challenge your presumptions, confront your priorities, and move you to reflect on who you are capable of being as a community builder. What:            Community Renewal Society 3-Day Organizing Training When:            Wednesday, September 21 – Friday, September 23                         9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Wednesday and Thursday)                        9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Friday) Where:          Community Renewal Society                        332 S Michigan Avenue, Suite 500  Cost:             $300                        (Leaders from CRS member congregations should contact                        their organizer for a discounted rate.) The deadline for registration is Friday, September 16 so Register Now!  Community Renewal Society’s flagship three-day training identifies key organizing principles, how values influence those principles, and how you can become an effective organizer and leader. Civic Action Network staff and guest trainers lead participants through challenging sessions focused on organizing skills and faith-based principles. The training includes sessions on: The Melian Debate History and Principles of Organizing Values One-on-ones Agitation Base Building and Leadership Development Cutting Issues Taking Action Power Analysis Effective Meetings Analysis and Campaign Development For more information click here or contact Alex Wiesendanger (awiesendanger@communityrenewalsociety.org) at 312.427.4830 x 3840 We look forward to sharing with you our knowledge of community organizing principles and values. See you in September! In the meantime connect with us on Facebook. KNOWLEDGE > ACTION > CHANGE 332 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 500, Chicago, IL  60604   www.communityrenewalsociety.org LOCATION:332 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 500 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/community-renewal-societys-3-day-organizing-training-sept-21-23-2011 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110827T103000 DTEND:20110827T160000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110822T115144 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T125253 UID:2659@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:High Hopes Summit, August 27th, 2001 DESCRIPTION:Community Renewal Society High HOPES Summit: Envisioning a More Restorative CPS On Saturday, August 27, students, parents, teachers, Restorative Justice practitioners, and community members connected to High HOPES (Healing Over the Punishment of Expulsions and Suspensions) will gather to create a vision for a public school system focused on Restorative Justice. As the High HOPES Campaign moves forward to win commitments from CPS to reduce suspensions and expulsions and implement restorative justice, local communities need to be prepared to create Restorative Justice programs in their schools as well as create the vision for implementing the goals of the High HOPES Campaign city-wide. You can join us! Be part of creating the vision for a more just and restorative CPS! What:   High HOPES Summit When:  Saturday, August 27 10:30AM - 4:00PM Where: Union League Bogys and Girls Club 1214 N Washtenaw, Chicago Lunch will be provided but space is limited. To attend you must register with Alex Wiesendanger at awiesendanger@communityrenewalsociety.org or (312) 673-3840. Follow and Like the High HOPES Campaign on facebook. KNOWLEDGE > ACTION > CHANGE 332 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 500, Chicago, IL  60604   www.communityrenewalsociety.org LOCATION:1214 N. Wahtenaw URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/high-hopes-summit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110915T080000 DTEND:20110915T120000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110817T170946 LAST-MODIFIED:20110906T135919 UID:2634@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Symposium on Domestic Violence: Adult, Child, Senior DESCRIPTION:Breakfast and Lunch Will Be Provided Registration begins August 15th, 2011 Program Flyer:  Sept 15 Educational Symposium on Abuse Prevention Call Advocate's HealthAdvisor to Register:  800-323-8622 /Use Seminar Code: 3M For more information, contact The Office for Mission and Spiritual Care at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital at 847-381-9600 Ext: 265062 Register Today. Seating Limited! LOCATION:450 Highway 22 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/symposium-on-domestic-violence END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110925T190000 DTEND:20110925T200000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110815T182126 LAST-MODIFIED:20110815T182549 UID:2605@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Webinars – Health Equity Peer Educators Training DESCRIPTION:A series of 3 Webinars for Youth by Youth August 28, September 11, and September 25, 2011 for more information click on: https://www.sph.umich.edu/cbphcaucus/pdf/2011HEPEflyer.pdf LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/webinars-%e2%80%93-health-equity-peer-educators-training-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110911T190000 DTEND:20110911T200000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110815T181929 LAST-MODIFIED:20110815T182808 UID:2604@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Webinars – Health Equity Peer Educators Training DESCRIPTION:A series of 3 Webinars for Youth by Youth August 28, September 11, and September 25, 2011 for more information click on: https://www.sph.umich.edu/cbphcaucus/pdf/2011HEPEflyer.pdf LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/webinars-%e2%80%93-health-equity-peer-educators-training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110914T113000 DTEND:20110914T123000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110815T181046 LAST-MODIFIED:20110815T183032 UID:2603@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Affordable Care Act 101 Conference Call DESCRIPTION:Interactive Conference Calls Discussing the Benefits and Provisions of the Affordable Care Act                                                           August 23, August 31 and September 14, 2011 There are millions of people who lack access to health care, essential for healthy children, families and communities, throughout the United States.  Many families don’t know what their options are to access better care. For more information please click on: http://www.hhs.gov/partnerships/resources/aca_101-invite.html PowerPoint slides can be found by: clicking here LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/affordable-care-act-101-conference-call-3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110831T113000 DTEND:20110831T123000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110815T180801 LAST-MODIFIED:20110918T171634 UID:2602@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Affordable Care Act 101 Conference Call DESCRIPTION:Interactive Conference Calls Discussing the Benefits and Provisions of the Affordable Care Act August 23, August 31 and September 14, 2011 There are millions of people who lack access to health care, essential for healthy children, families and communities, throughout the United States.  Many families don’t know what their options are to access better care. For more information please click on: http://www.hhs.gov/partnerships/resources/aca_101-invite.html PowerPoint slides can be found by: clicking here LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/affordable-care-act-101-conference-call-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110823T190000 DTEND:20110823T200000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110815T173942 LAST-MODIFIED:20110815T183150 UID:2600@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Affordable Care Act 101 Conference Call DESCRIPTION:Interactive Conference Calls Discussing the Benefits and Provisions of the Affordable Care Act                                                           August 23, August 31 and September 14, 2011 There are millions of people who lack access to health care, essential for healthy children, families and communities, throughout the United States.  Many families don't know what their options are to access better care. For more information please click on: http://www.hhs.gov/partnerships/resources/aca_101-invite.html PowerPoint slides can be found by: clicking here LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/affordable-care-act-101-conference-call END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110918T140000 DTEND:20110918T200000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110815T130539 LAST-MODIFIED:20110815T135906 UID:2576@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Training for Interfaith Organizing DESCRIPTION:If you are someone who is looking to make a difference within your community or in our increasingly diverse world, this training is not to be missed. For more information click on: http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=15d4f7de1064a5171ce87bc0e&id=deebcd1b81&e=69921ebbee LOCATION:300 W. Highridge Rd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/training-for-interfaith-organizing END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110828T190000 DTEND:20110828T200000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110815T122427 LAST-MODIFIED:20110815T182905 UID:2572@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Webinars - Health Equity Peer Educators Training DESCRIPTION:A series of 3 Webinars for Youth by Youth August 28, September 11, and September 25, 2011 for more information click on: https://www.sph.umich.edu/cbphcaucus/pdf/2011HEPEflyer.pdf   LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/webinars-health-equity-peer-educators-training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110922T130000 DTEND:20110922T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110811T110958 LAST-MODIFIED:20110811T111355 UID:2557@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Alliance for Healthy and Active Communities (AHAC) DESCRIPTION:Thursday, September 22, 2011 1:00-3:30pm The Alliance for Healthy and Active Communities (AHAC) is a group of community health advocates led by the Cook County Department of Public Health in preventing and reducing the burden of chronic disease in suburban Cook County. We work to make healthy options easy, convenient and accessible to residents of suburban Cook County by successfully supporting policy change, increasing public knowledge, and developing innovative solutions that promote healthy eating, active living, tobacco-free living, and access to preventive services. This meeting is organized by the AHAC Healthy Eating Action Team. Attendees will tour the Broadview community garden and hear about the Broadview Park District 's activities to promote healthy eating.  All action teams will have an opportunity to meet and share their work with the group.  Additional registration information and agenda are to follow. Missed the last meeting? Resources distributed at the June quarterly meeting can be found in the AHAC group on Cook County Connects If you are not a member of Cook County Connects, click here to request an invitation.   Reminders: All organizations are asked to submit the AHAC Consensus Statement and Membership Pledge form that was given out at the June AHAC meeting to officially become a member. To access the form, please visit the Cook County Department of Public Health's website. Please submit all forms by August 15th! AHAC Action Teams are looking for individuals to serve as Chairs and Co-Chairs. Please contact your AHAC Action Team staff member if you are interested or would like to nominate someone.   LOCATION:2600 S. 13th Ave URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/alliance-for-healthy-and-active-communities-ahac END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110824T113000 DTEND:20110824T133000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110810T103346 LAST-MODIFIED:20110810T104043 UID:2552@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Urban Dolorosa Update: Healing Youth Violence in the Sorrowing City DESCRIPTION:Next Peace Table, Wednesday, August 24th For more information click on link below.   http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=a95ac85470a9b7afeaeafb19e&id=b25dbcd05c&e=1edb84aa27 LOCATION:3915 W. Chicago Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/urban-dolorosa-update-healing-youth-violence-in-the-sorrowing-city END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110814T000000 DTEND:20110814T230000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110805T133036 LAST-MODIFIED:20110805T133221 UID:2475@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Tree Distribution Day: Free Trees! DESCRIPTION:Faith in Place has been gifted with over 500 treelings representing over 7 species of trees – ready to be transplanted! We have about 200 left.  Come pick up a tree on August 13th and plan a planting with your congregation, your neighborhood, or your block! Children are welcome. Lemonade and cookies will be served to all tree rescuers. Treelings will be given on a first come first served basis. Bring your trowel if you have one, the treelings can be hand-carried.  Come to the: We Mean Green Community Garden 7500 S. Coles, Chicago, IL 60649 Time 10:00 a.m. to Noon Post the flyer in your neighborhood or at your congregation: Tree Distribution Day Flyer For more information, contact Veronica Kyle, Congregation Outreach Coordinator, Veronica@faithinplace.org. LOCATION:7500 S. Coles Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/tree-distribution-day-free-trees END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110814T130000 DTEND:20110814T140000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110805T102845 LAST-MODIFIED:20110805T103254 UID:2461@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Consider the Conversation on WTTW DESCRIPTION: AUGUST 14TH @ 1 PM: SEE "CONSIDER THE CONVERSATION" ON WTTW, Channel 11   Not since Bill Moyers' "On Own Terms" was aired in 2000 has there been a better, more effective way to inspire meaningful dialogue and action about the care we wish to receive at the end-of-Life.  This inspiring and provocative new film will be presented on Chicago PBS station WTTW on Sunday, August 14th at 1 PM.  Please watch it or record it to view later, and again with the people you love. Then have that conversation. A powerful and moving documentary film examining how 21st century Americans live at the end of their lives,  Consider the Conversation includes interviews with patients, family members, doctors, nurses, social workers, clergy and national experts from around the country. These voices of experience teach us that communication and preparation are the keys to preventing unnecessary physical, emotional, spiritual and social suffering at the end-of-life. The producers -- a hospice educator and a former Wisconsin State Teacher of the Year -- have three goals for this film: 1) to change the current American attitude from one that predominantly views end-of-life as a failed medical event to one that sees it as a normal process rich in opportunity for human development, 2) to inspire  dialogue between patient and doctor, husband and wife, parent and child, minister and parishioner about end-of-life issues, and 3) to encourage medical professionals, healthcare organizations and faith leaders to take  the lead in counseling others. Know that Consider the Conversation does not seek to hand down answers.   Instead, it provides something far more important - the questions all of us need to contemplate.  If you agree that this film needs to be seen by  everyone you know, the Chicago End-of-Life Care Coalition (CECC) will help to plan a showing of the film for your organization or community followed by a facilitated discussion. Resources Download free state-specific advance directives forms, workbooks and information: www.nhdd.org Get more information and order a copy of the film: www.considertheconversation.org The Chicago End-of-Life Care Coalition Find information and resources on Advance Health Care Planning, Palliative care and Hospice care on our website at www.info@cecc.info LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/consider-the-conversation-on-wttw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110922 DTEND:20110924 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110803T121859 LAST-MODIFIED:20110913T154504 UID:2451@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) Fall Institute DESCRIPTION:The Chicago Consortium for Community Engagement or C3 represents a partnership between the Community Engagement and Research Cores of the University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern University and the University of Chicago. C3’s mission is to enhance the capacity of each institution by sustaining a coordinated and synergistic approach to community engagement and research. This approach includes advocating for authentic community-partnered research, guiding research translation and dissemination approaches and increasing faculty/community partner competence in community-based participatory research (CBPR). Aligned with this mission is our goal to create relevant, accessible, and effective programs that increase participation in and the use of health research by Chicagoland communities. The C3 CBPR Institute is intended for community-academic teams in various stages of their collaboration but will be most useful for newer teams, those new to CBPR, or those focused on a new collaborative project. This interactive skill-building institute is based on a curriculum developed by experienced community and academic partners in partnership with Community-Campus Partnerships for Health (CCPH). For more info. go to http://www.ihrp.uic.edu/files/C3cbprinst_appl2011.pdf LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/cbpr-fall-institute END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110720T090000 DTEND:20110720T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110715T114007 LAST-MODIFIED:20110715T114007 UID:2338@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Organizational Development and Grant Writing Training DESCRIPTION:The Chicago Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnership office will be hosting the 2011 “Organizational Development and Grant Writing Training” at the Ralph Metcalfe Federal Building, 77 W. Jackson Blvd., on July 20 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. in Room 2513. The target audience are new groups who are interested in the federal, local and foundation grant process, or employees of more established groups who may be new to the fundraising arena. The morning session discusses the need to increase the capacity of an organization to make sure it meets the threshold for particular grants. The afternoon session discusses the basics of a grant application process including the key criteria that must be met to be awarded a grant. Sheila Ashley of HUD’s Milwaukee Field Policy and Management Office will be our presenter. We have space for forty reservations and would like to know if any of your constituents may be interested. If there is an interest make sure to RSVP to Ken Brucks with the participant and organization name, address, phone number, and email. We strongly encourage ONLY those folks who are assured of attending to register. Space is limited; when we reach forty registrants we will be at capacity and close registration. Thank you, Ken Brucks Regional Liaison for the Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnership 312/913-8343 Kenneth.J.Brucks @hud.gov LOCATION:77 W. Jackson Blvd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/organizational-development-and-grant-writing-training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110717T170000 DTEND:20110717T190000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110708T183427 LAST-MODIFIED:20110708T183427 UID:2333@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Commong Grounds: A Discussion Over Coffee about Addiction, Dependency and Autonomy in Jewish and Muslim Traditions DESCRIPTION: Join us in a warm cafe setting for an eye-opening and thought-provoking discussion of what Jewish and Muslim texts say about the costs and benefits of dependency and autonomy. The discussion will be facilitated by a Jewish and a Muslim community leader and will be held in a warm café setting. This event is free and open to all! For more information contact Kayla Higgins at kayla@jcua.org or Leah Shefsky at leah@jcua.org. This event does not require an RSVP. Registered users can request event reminders. LOCATION:738 W. Fullerton Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/commong-grounds-a-discussion-over-coffee-about-addiction-dependency-and-autonomy-in-jewish-and-muslim-traditions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110721T093000 DTEND:20110721T151500 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110630T125251 LAST-MODIFIED:20110630T130001 UID:2290@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Make YOUR Voice Heard on Childhood Vaccines DESCRIPTION:Make YOUR Voice Heard on Childhood Vaccines You are invited to make your voice heard on childhood vaccines by joining us for a community meeting. This meeting is one of four regional meetings this summer to help the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) determine how public input can be added to the process that sets the childhood vaccine schedule. The meeting will focus on getting public views and opinions on what factors the CDC should consider when deciding how to best use vaccines that protect children from rare but often serious diseases.  The focus will be on meningococcal vaccines that can protect infants and very young children from relatively rare, but often very serious, types of meningitis. Join us and share your opinions! When:                Thursday, July 21, 2011 Where:               Holiday Inn Chicago O’Hare 5615 N. Cumberland Avenue Chicago, IL  60631 Time:                 9:30 am to 3:15 pm Registration begins at 9:00 am Cost:                   There is no fee to participate.  Free complimentary parking at the hotel. Lunch will be provided. *Those who pre-register, attend the full meeting and are not representing their employer are eligible to receive a $75.00 stipend. Space is limited!  Registration is required for participation. To Register: Online: http://keystone.org/registration/chicago Phone: 1-866-276-7083 Fax: 970-262-0152 Participating Organizations: Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)| Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) | Chicago Department of Public Health, Illinois Department of Public Health and Illinois Maternal & Child Health Coalition| The Keystone Center LOCATION:5615 N. Cumberland Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/make-your-voice-heard-on-childhood-vaccines END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110728T083000 DTEND:20110728T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110629T105742 LAST-MODIFIED:20110629T105742 UID:2279@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Regional Symposium on HIV/AIDS for Faith Leaders DESCRIPTION:If you weren’t able to attend our June 14 training, have no fear! We've uploaded the new FRA training manual to the AIDS Foundation of Chicago website at: http://bit.ly/framanual. Please feel free to download and use the manual as a resource in your work and share with others in the faith community. FRA will continue to host similar trainings/symposiums with the faith community this year in partnership with the Metropolitan Interdenominational Church Technical Assistance Network (MICTAN), a national clergy-led capacity-building faith initiative funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) since 2000. MICTAN’s objective is to deliver trainings that equip faith leaders to mobilize around ending this 100% preventable illness. Attached is a Save-the-Date announcement for a free one-day regional Symposium on HIV/AIDS for faith leaders that will be held on Thursday, July 28. MICTAN has confirmed the Rev. Dr. James A. Forbes, Jr., as the Distinguished Preacher for this one-day event. For more information or to RSVP, contact Rev. Booker Vance (773) 266-8323 or Min. Debra Wilson (312) 405-7810. The AIDS Foundation of Chicago strongly supports this endeavor to enhance the provision of HIV/AIDS prevention education and testing services in our local area, and urge all of our faith partners to take advantage of this exciting opportunity.  The Symposium also marks the beginning of the free, four-month capacity building seminars you will hear about during the event. We greatly appreciate your support and participation. If you’re on Facebook, please follow us at: www.facebook.com/faithrespondstoaids MICTAN Chicago Symposium Save-the-Date LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/regional-symposium-on-hivaids-for-faith-leaders END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110709T093000 DTEND:20110709T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110629T102756 LAST-MODIFIED:20110629T105200 UID:2273@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Walking Toward Mental Wellness DESCRIPTION:The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), NAMI Greater Chicago, the Center for Latino Mental Health at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and the Naomi Ruth Cohen Institute for Mental Health Education are organizing Caminando Hacia el Bienestar Mental (Walking Toward Mental Wellness) a free Spanish language community event which will take place on Saturday, July 9, 2011: 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Chicago Hilton Hotel (720 S. Michigan Avenue Chicago Illinois) as part of NAMI’s 2011 National Convention.  This event will feature presentations on Latino/a mental health, recovery and how and where to access services and support. Please share the attached invitation flyer with your staff, consumer and Latino/a network.  This is a wonderful opportunity for the Latino community to get together and learn about mental health issues.  The event is free of charge, however registration is required.  One can register by calling 312-563-0445 or by e-mailing us at info@namigc.org.  Thank you for helping us get the word out! Caminando Hacia el Bienestar Mental invite 2011     LOCATION:720 S. Michigan Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/walking-toward-mental-wellness END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110707T173000 DTEND:20110707T200000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110624T102055 LAST-MODIFIED:20110624T102725 UID:2254@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Fundraiser and Film Preview:Health, Community, and Food Awareness DESCRIPTION:CEED@Chicago and Growing Films Present a Fundraiser for Health, Community, and Food Awareness Event Information The Center of Excellence in the Elimination of Disparities at Chicago (CEED@Chicago) and Growing Films invite you a reception and to learn about and support Illinois’ local and healthy foods movement. Enjoy local foods from the bountiful regional soil, preview the documentary Food Deserts in a Land of Plenty and learn more about food scarcity in Illinois and the solutions to this growing problem with a Community Forum featuring leading experts and community members. Event Timeline 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Local Food Reception with Live Jazz Ensemble Performance 6:45-8:00 p.m. – Screening of the documentary, Food Deserts in a Land of Plenty followed by Community Forum Film Synopsis: Food Deserts in a Land of Plenty The contrasting and converging landscapes of rural and urban Illinois provide the setting for a new movement of people reconnecting to their food. No longer able to rely on the presence of national grocery chains and distributors to bring fresh, healthy items into their “food desert” communities, residents of Grand Crossing on Chicago’s South Side and down state’s Bureau Valley begin collectively solving the problem through a new agrarianism. GROW turns a lens to activists, Chicago Public School students, single mothers, farmers and legislators helping to shape the developing regional food system by becoming urban rooftop growers, first generation farmers and public policy champions. Panel Information The panel includes Illinois Senator Jacqueline Collins who represents areas impacted by the “food desert” issue on Chicago’s South Side; Jim Braun, Co-Founder of the Illinois Food Farm and Jobs Council; Angela Odoms-Young of the University of Illinois who is focused on social, cultural, and environmental determinants of dietary practices and overweight/obesity in African-American adults and children; Johari Cole of Iyabo Farms is a Kankakee farmer from the Pembrook Community serving as Co-President of the Food, Farms, and Jobs Council; and Dameon Hillard, Judy Berryhill and daughter Anissa, community members from the Greater Grand Crossing area affected by the “food desert” issue and featured in the documentary. We especially welcome community members of all ages including children impacted by the food access issue in Illinois to come and share their experience. We will have a ten year old on the panel from the film. Additional Sponsors: Midwest Latino Health Research, Training and Policy Center Natural Direct Food More Information Please RSVP here or email info@growingfilms.com. Space is limited. $12 donation suggested. For any questions please email info@growingfilms.com. For event questions, contact Sarah Carlson at sarahacarlson@gmail.com. View film trailer at growthemovie.com. Learn more about CEED@Chicago by visiting http://ceedchicago.csw.uic.edu/ LOCATION:800 S. Halsted URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/fundraiser-and-film-previewhealth-community-and-food-awareness END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110626T140000 DTEND:20110626T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110621T151942 LAST-MODIFIED:20110621T154425 UID:2213@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:The Intersection of Religion and Health Care DESCRIPTION:Join Spertus and a prestigious panel of presenters to explore the role religion plays in medical and treatment decisions. Click here for more details. When we need to grapple with significant health issues, what shapes our focus and direction? How do we find comfort for ourselves? How can we be most helpful to the sick? How do we navigate the spiritual needs of family members while making the right medical decisions for ailing loved ones? What role does religion play in our answers to these questions? What roles do doctors and other medical caregivers play? Join Dr. James A. Tulsky, Rabbi Amy Eilberg, and Rabbi Dr. Eleanor Smith as they present their perspectives on how science and faith interact when we face challenging medical circumstances. Dr. James A. Tulsky is Director of the Center for Palliative Care and Professor of Medicine and Nursing at Duke University. Dr. Tulsky has published widely on doctor-patient communication at the end of life. His current research focuses on enhancement of communication between oncologists and patients with advanced cancer and identification of clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual trajectories of patients at the end of life. Rabbi Amy Eilberg is the first woman ordained as a Conservative rabbi by the Jewish Theological Seminary of America. A leader in the Jewish Healing movement, she directed the Hospice Care Program at the Jewish Healing Center in the San Francisco Bay Area. She has written extensively on pastoral care, hospice, and spiritual direction, and is now at work on a book about Judaism and peacemaking. Rabbi Dr. Eleanor Smith served seven years as associate rabbi at Evanston’s Beth Emet the Free Synagogue before being called to the study of medicine, which she sees as an extension of her rabbinate. She obtained her MD from the University of Chicago in 2008 and is finishing a residency in Internal Medicine at Evanston Hospital. In July, she will become a fellow in Hematology/Oncology. $18 | $10 for Spertus members | $8 for students Or call 312.322.1773. The Alex and Klara Tulsky Symposium on the Jewish Future is an annual program that focuses on specific challenges facing the American Jewish community. Recent topics have explored identity, diversity, and the meaning of continuity in contemporary Jewish life. LOCATION:610 S. Michigan Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/the-intersection-of-religion-and-health-care END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110719T083000 DTEND:20110719T163000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110617T135158 LAST-MODIFIED:20110617T135216 UID:2204@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Reshaping Chicago Together DESCRIPTION:Transforming Our City into the Most Physically Active in the Country If you have a vested interest in the health of your community, we invite you to participate in this summit: community advocates, church leaders, members of local school councils and neighborhood associations, health care and service providers, civic and business leaders, and others... Join us as we imagine a Chicago where physical activity is a natural part of daily life for every person in every neighborhood. We meet on July 19 to begin to make this vision real in our communities: Learn about tools, programs, and policies that work. Meet experts and organizations that are committed to this vision. Explore ways to remove barriers to physical activity in our city, especially in communities with few resources or fear of crime. Propose next steps for a blueprint to transform our neighborhoods. Build and expand partnerships committed to this new, healthier Chicago. NO FEE REQUIRED There is no charge to attend this event. A continental breakfast and boxed lunch will be provided, but only for attendees who preregister. Discounted parking in UIC lots near the Forum will cost $8.00 for summit attendees. Costs for this event have been paid for with grants from the National Institutes of Health and the Sigmund Edelstone Fund of the Michael Reese Health Trust.* Learn more and register for this free event at http://go.uic.edu/ReshapingChicago Sponsored by the University of Illinois at Chicago Center for Clinical and Translational Science, funded by the National Center for Research Resources (Award No. UL1RR029879), and supported in part by the Sigmund Edelstone Fund of the Michael Reese Health Trust. Register here by Friday, July 15. AGENDA Networking and check-in at 8:00 a.m. Program begins at 8:45 a.m. and concludes at 4:30 p.m. Download the agenda here. The day begins with experts in physical activity and community health transformation: Bechara Choucair, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Public Health Using Policy to Promote Physical Activity in Chicago Communities Martha Pelaez, Health Foundation of South Florida Transforming a Community to Increase Physical Activity: An Example of Success Tom Prohaska, University of Illinois at Chicago Strategies for Promoting Physical Activity in Communities Ross Brownson, Washington University at St. Louis Transforming the Neighborhood Environment to Increase Physical Activity Other sessions will focus on tools and resources that can be used right away to increase physical activity in your community and steps toward a blueprint for further action. Register here by Friday, July 15. QUESTIONS? Contact ReshapingChgo@uic.edu. LOCATION:725 W. Roosevelt Rd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/reshaping-chicago-together END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110625T113000 DTEND:20110625T160000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110614T084246 LAST-MODIFIED:20110614T084246 UID:2174@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Youth Peace Walk DESCRIPTION:Please walk with the Youth Peace Center of Roseland as we promote Peace, Scholarship and Service in the Roseland Community. To confirm your attendance, please contact:  Wendy Jones (773) 727-3383/ pretend@sbcglobal.net   or  Rogers Jones (708) 845-2100 / rsnwc@yahoo.com See Flyer: Youth Peace Walk LOCATION:115th and Michigan URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/youth-peace-walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110710T090000 DTEND:20110714T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110613T074001 LAST-MODIFIED:20110613T074247 UID:2171@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Health and Healing in Judaism DESCRIPTION:Spertus is pleased to present a unique Graduate Certificate Program titled Health and Healing in Judaism.  Health and healing are central issues today—in the medical and healthcare professions, in government and business, and in the many ways that healthcare decisions impact the personal and family lives of just about everyone. Debates over treatments, preventive strategies, ethics, and even spirituality have become flashpoints for political campaigns, medical research, and religious debate.   What does Judaism have to say about health and healing? How can faith positively inform professional and personal medical decisions? And what can Jewish thought teach us about today’s complex, scientifically oriented medical world? The program consists of four graduate-level, credit-bearing courses that examine bioethics, biblical psychology, and the role of health and healing in Jewish theology and history. The courses are offered two at a time as part an intensive five-day seminar. Two were offered in March 2011 and will be repeated in March 2012. The other two will be in July. Faculty include Dr. Kalman Kaplan, Rabbi Dr. Peter Knobel, and Rabbi Dr. Byron L. Sherwin. Course descriptions and faculty bios. This program is designed for rabbis, chaplains, counselors, healthcare providers, hospice workers, Jewish communal professionals, and interested lay people, as well as students currently enrolled in the Spertus graduate degree programs. Participants must have a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent prior to the start of the program. Tuition is $900 per course. To apply, please fill out this Online Application or contact Dr. Dean P. Bell, Spertus Chief Academic Officer, at dbell@spertus.edu . LOCATION:610 S. Michigan Ave. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/health-and-healing-in-judaism END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110616T180000 DTEND:20110616T193000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110610T184108 LAST-MODIFIED:20110610T184645 UID:2164@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Resources and Strategies: Greening Your Congregation DESCRIPTION:Partners for Sacred Places & the Bishop's Task Force on Sustainability (for the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago) will be holding a free seminar next Thursday, June 16th. Resources and Strategies: Greening Your Congregation Thursday, June 16th 6:00 pm-7:30 pm Presented by Faith in Place's executive director Clare Butterfield. To register: Please email or call Leanne Gehrig at lgehrig@sacredplaces.org or call toll free: 866-7960297 x97.  Please mention your name, affiliation, phone number and email address.  For more information, go to: www.sustainability.episcopalchicago.org LOCATION:65 E. Huron URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/resources-and-strategies-greening-your-congregation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110716T100000 DTEND:20110716T120000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110610T080119 LAST-MODIFIED:20110610T080119 UID:2155@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Worship in Times of Tragedy and Trouble DESCRIPTION:The 10th anniversary of Sept. 11 falls on a Sunday this year--a unique opportunity for us as the church to engage a major cultural phenomenon. Tornados, earthquakes, fires and other disasters seem to be happening more frequently and create feelings of fear (could happen to us?), guilt (why not me?) and compassion (what can I do?) in our communities.  How do we respond? Join us for a workshop to explore "Worship in Times of Tragedy & Trouble" on Saturday morning, July 16th, at Kingswood UMC in Buffalo Grove. Gathering and Refreshments start at 9:30. Program is 10 a.m. to 12 noon. We''ll participate in condensed versions of two model worship services and then share resources/ideas and reflect with each other on how we--as people of faith--convey God's Word in these troubling situations. This workshop is open to clergy and lay worship planners & leaders in all traditions. The Worship Work Area of the Northern Ilinois Conference (UMC) is planning and leading this gathering.  Details on the attached flyer. Worship in Times of Tragedy flyer Please let us know if you plan to come (847-398-0770 or office@kingswoodumc.com) so we can prepare appropriately. LOCATION:401 W. Dundee Road URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/worship-in-times-of-tragedy-and-trouble END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110614T093000 DTEND:20110614T133000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110607T011445 LAST-MODIFIED:20110607T011445 UID:2134@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Faith Responds to AIDS--Training for HIV Testing and Awareness Events DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:740 E. 77th St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/faith-responds-to-aids-training-for-hiv-testing-and-awareness-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110727T090000 DTEND:20110727T113000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110607T005704 LAST-MODIFIED:20110607T005704 UID:2133@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Faith and Health Quarterly Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Faith and Health Quarterly Meeting is an opportunity for people working in faith and health to gather and Learn, Connect and Renew.  The focus of this meeting is on Loving Community and how strong community life relates to community health. The work of The Night Ministry will be featured. There is no fee, but we’d like to know if you’re coming so we can plan for materials and refreshments.  RSVP to Olga at 847-384-3513 or olga.wegehaupt@advocatehealth.com. PARKING:  Parking is available on the street along Marshall Blvd.   There is a parking lot for the building, but it is for tenants only. LOCATION:2100 S. Marshall Blvd. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/faith-and-health-quarterly-meeting-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110526T160000 DTEND:20110526T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110525T100639 LAST-MODIFIED:20110525T180914 UID:1981@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Live White House Webcast: National HIV/AIDS Strategy DESCRIPTION:An estimated 1.1 million people are living with HIV, but 1 in 5 does not know they are infected and more than half of American adults, ages 18-64 have never been tested.  Faith and community–based organizations play a significant role in reducing health disparities and help work to solve some of our most complex health challenges, including HIV/AIDS. Through the first ever National HIV/AIDS Strategy, President Obama has charged the federal Centers for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships to actively engage faith communities to address HIV/AIDS and promote prevention and early treatment. To address these issues, the HHS Partnership Center and White House Office for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships are hosting an evening webcast, live from the White House. This event provides a great opportunity for your congregation or community organization to host a watch party and join in the discussion on preventing and responding to HIV/AIDS in our communities, and supporting individuals living with HIV and AIDS. Prominent faith leaders and White House officials will discuss the importance of ending stigma around this disease, promoting prevention and early treatment, and increasing the number of people in communities who KNOW their status by being tested.  Early testing and diagnosis is a key to prevention. Due to the nature of the webcast, there will not be an opportunity to ask questions during the discussion.  If you have a question for a member of the panel, please email Partnerships@hhs.gov by 12:00pm on Thursday, May 26, 2011. Be sure to include, your name, organization and location. We hope you and your congregations will be able to join us for this important webcast discussion. Panelists: Joshua DuBois Executive Director, White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships Chantelle Britton-Faison Office of National AIDS Policy Rev. Edwin Sanders Senior Servant and Founder, Metropolitan Interdenominational Church in Nashville, Tennessee Pernessa C.  Seele CEO and Founder, Balm in Gilead, Inc Phillip Thomason Minister of Outreach and Pastoral Care, Saint Mark United Methodist Church in Atlanta, GA To Join the Webinar To View Webcast: http://whitehouse.gov/live For listen in only, please use the information provided below. Phone: 800-369-1709 Passcode: 3058216   LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/live-white-house-webcast-national-hivaids-strategy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110617T080000 DTEND:20110617T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110525T093342 LAST-MODIFIED:20110525T093342 UID:1979@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Baby Boomers: Self-Care and Health Care DESCRIPTION:A  half day learning seminar for the Faith Community presented by Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Over 50? You are not alone; in fact you are part of the fastest growing population in the U.S.   Register today for this seminar to get answers to issues of shared importance. Be informed on the latest updates regarding health care, keeping fit, caring for aging parent, senior living, staying healthy and active and working through the dynamics of Medicare. Over the next decade Baby Boomers like you will be making decisions about these crucial issues. Become informed. Become empowered. Key Note Speaker Michael Ploszek, V.P. Ambulatory Services and Community Strategy, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital "The BOOM heard ‘round the world…I’m sore all over!!” Workshops • The Reverend David Gibbons, Rector, St Mark’s Episcopal Church:  “Your Journey To Renewal” • Kathy Phelan, RN: “Slips Trips and Falls: It won’t happen to me! Why baby boomers should be concerned.” • Sue Grossinger, Older Adult Senior Advocate Coordinator: “Facing Medicare” • Lynn Laystrom, Administrator, The Garlands: “Navigating Through the Special Needs of Elder Care” • Gretchen Collins, Dietitian: “ Eat This, Not That” • Rosie Jeretina, MSN, RN‐BC Supervisor Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab.: “Cardiac Risk Factors” Registration Breakfast and Lunch Will Be Provided To Register call Advocate Health Advisory 800:323‐8622 . Seminar Code: 3N73. LOCATION:450 W. Highway 22 URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/baby-boomers-self-care-and-health-care END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110521T090000 DTEND:20110521T120000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110518T123012 LAST-MODIFIED:20110518T123012 UID:1939@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:The Parish Nursing Regional Support Program 6th Annual Parish Nurse Appreciation Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Laughter is the Best Medicine Laughter is the Best Medicine Presentation by Vickie Lannie RN, MA Professional Consultant, National Presenter Please RSVP by Friday, May 13, 2011 by calling 309-268-5913 or by e-mailing to BROM-ParishNurse@advocatehealth.com     LOCATION:1822 East Lincoln URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/the-parish-nursing-regional-support-program-6th-annual-parish-nurse-appreciation-breakfast END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110608 DTEND:20110610 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110516T165327 LAST-MODIFIED:20110516T165456 UID:1933@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Eat Well! Live Well! Let's Move! Conference DESCRIPTION:Let's Help America Re-think Obesity, Nutrition, and Physical Activity Conference Overview and Themes Fast-paced and interactive, the Eat Well, Live Well, Let’s Move! Conference brings together nationally-recognized speakers to deconstruct and help rebuild America’s understanding of obesity, nutrition and physical activity. This array of multi-disciplinary perspectives will catalyze a lively discourse on: Food Psychology and Physiology Sodium Media Literacy and Food Marketing Social Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Health Promotion Participants will get out of their seats with activities and interactive sessions, and the fast pace will make it the ultimate networking opportunity. The event will be punctuated with fresh, innovative and tasty meals and lively breaks. Conference Hosts This year’s nationally-focused Eat Well, Live Well, Let’s Move! Conference is a collaborative effort of Northwestern University, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American Heart Association, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, and the Midwest Business Group on Health. Who should attend? This conference is designed to bring together leaders from public health, academia, and the business. A combination of interdisciplinary panels and break-outs will enhance collaboration among public, private and academic organizations at the local, regional and national level. More Information Click the link below to download the conference brochure. Check back in the coming weeks as we post additional information! Conference Brochure LOCATION:251 East Huron Street URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/eat-well-live-well-lets-move-conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110518T143000 DTEND:20110518T153000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110516T150000 LAST-MODIFIED:20110516T154802 UID:1919@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Joining Forces Military Family Initiative Conference Call DESCRIPTION:First Lady Michelle Obama Hosts Call with Faith and Community Leaders on “Joining Forces” Military Family Initiative. A special conference call for faith and community leaders to discuss the “Joining Forces” military family initiative! Joining Forces is a comprehensive national initiative to mobilize all sectors of society to give our service members and their families the opportunities and support they have earned. You don’t need to be an expert on military family issues to make a difference. Everyone can do something. Connect your strengths and assets to help support military families. Call in number: (866) 615-1885 Passcode: 204772 For more information or to confirm your attendance, please email whpartnerships@who.eop.gov LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/joining-forces-military-family-initiative-conference-call END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110624T083000 DTEND:20110624T114500 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110516T084148 LAST-MODIFIED:20110516T084243 UID:1882@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Leaving Legacies: Spiritual Meaning Making at End-of-Life DESCRIPTION:This is a 2-hour national webinar on working with the dying to create a sense of meaning and purpose, with a 1-hour session with a local panel of experts. This seminar is open to anyone with an interest in end-of-life care.  3.0 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available free for social workers, case managers, nurses, counselors, therapists, funeral directors, and other clinical staff.  NOTE:  Those seeking CEU's must attend the entire program.  Seating is limited, so if you are interested, please call early to reserve a seat. Reminiscence & Life Review (Part I) This 60 minute webinar reviews the theory and techniques behind life review and reminiscence therapies focusing on ways these techniques can assist meaning-making at the end of life. It also presents strategies that can be used in cases where life reviews may be problematic or psychologically threatening. Dignity Enhancement Therapies, Living Eulogies & Other Meaning-Making Approaches (Part II) This 60 minute webinar explores techniques for meaning-making at the end of life including Dignity Enhancement Therapy, Meaning-Centered Therapy, Living Eulogies and other approaches that assist persons at the end-of-life in affirming a sense of personal significance and meaning. Local Panel Discussion (Part III) This 60 minute discussion of the material presented during the webinars will be moderated by a local panel of end-of-life care professionals including a licensed clinical social worker, hospice chaplain, and death & dying educator. *Note: Clinicians interested in earning the 3.0 free CEU's must attend the entire program including the panel discussion. Call Bereavement Coordinator Jeffrey Pears of Family Centered Hospice toll-free at 1-866-320-3300 or email jpears@familyhhs.com<mailto:jpears@familyhhs.com> for more information or to register. LOCATION: URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/leaving-legacies-spiritual-meaning-making-at-end-of-life END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110626T080000 DTEND:20110628T170000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110510T153140 LAST-MODIFIED:20110510T153541 UID:1827@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Mobilizing Health Ministry for the 21st Century DESCRIPTION: Health Ministries Association SUMMIT II Mobilizing Health Ministry for the 21st Century Join with clergy leaders, faith community nurses, health ministers, and community leaders as we affirm our role as part of today's faith-health movement. This Summit will use active learning, the exchange of ideas, and facilitated discussion to mobilize the Health Ministry movement on a local, regional, and national level - maximizing our impact. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the action. Click here for the HMA Summit Brochure! If you need additional nights or are bringing a guest please also complete the HMA Summit Additional Accommodations Form. NEW! HMA Summit Featured Speakers! NEW! Monday night, attendees will enjoy a HMA Summit Healing Harp Concert by Tami Briggs. Resource Exhibitor space is available. For more information including the application download the HMA Summit Resource Exhibit Information Form. Sponsor Information Coming Soon: If you are interested in being a Sponsor of the Summit II, more information will be available soon. The Health Ministries Association (HMA) is a national body that engages, educates and empowers people of faith to be passionate and effective leaders for creating healthier communities.  It is the national professional membership organization for faith community nurses (parish nurses).  For more information on the HMA, go to to www.hmassoc.org. LOCATION:2001 Waukegan Road URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/mobilizing-health-ministry-for-the-21st-century END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110518T113000 DTEND:20110518T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110505T090532 LAST-MODIFIED:20110505T090642 UID:1710@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Cultural Competence in End of Life Care DESCRIPTION:Developing Cultural Competence: An End-of-Life Perspective Hosted by: Hispanocare Presented by: Rainbow Hospice This session will explore principles of cultural competence and their application to end-of-life care. The focus will be on ways for professionals to identify their own cultural framework and how this interacts with the cultural framework of patients/families. There will also be an opportunity to explore a model for increasing one’s cultural awareness and sensitivity especially in relation to end-of-life care issues. Objectives: Upon successful completion of this session, participants will be able to: . Describe the principles of cultural competence. . Identify cultural influences pertaining to end-of-life care. . Demonstrate a beginning skill level in utilizing a model for achieving cultural competence. COST: FREE Open to All Healthcare Professionals! Refreshments will be served! Registration is required. To register or for additional information, please call Hispanocare Community Health (773) 296-7157 (ext. 61-7157) Program Flier: 2011 Flyer Developing Cultural Competence May 18 LOCATION: 836 W. Wellington URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/cultural-competence-in-end-of-life-care END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110514T090000 DTEND:20110514T130000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110503T175132 LAST-MODIFIED:20110503T180107 UID:1697@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Just Eating? Practicing Our Faith at the Table DESCRIPTION:Just Eating? Practicing Our Faith at the Table is a 7-week curriculum for Christian congregations that explores how practicing our faith is foundational to meaningful and healthy living, for ourselves, for the earth and for others in the world. In particular, the program asks us to consider how eating—one of the most basic human activities—is an invitation to experience God and to journey with others in the world. Learn to lead a Just Eating? series by attending the training listed below (or hosting one of your own).  Each attendee receives the full set of Just Eating? materials, including a Leaders’ Guide, Readings for Action and Reflection, and an adaptation for Middle School students.  The curriculum is soon available in versions culturally adapted for African American, Latino (in Spanish), and middle-school audiences. RSVP to Jessica.TheCenter@gmail.com. LOCATION:611 Randolph St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/just-eating-practicing-our-faith-at-the-table END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20110605T123000 DTEND:20110605T173000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110502T133401 LAST-MODIFIED:20110502T133401 UID:1587@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:Naomi Ruth Cohen Community Conference: Bipolar Disorder: Progress and Promise DESCRIPTION:This conference welcomes all individuals interested in learning about Bipolar Disorder and decreasing the stigma of mental illness.  For more information contact nrcinstitute@thechicagoschool.edu or 312-467-2552 or go to www.naomicoheninstitute.org. There have been many developments in understanding and treating bipolar disorder in the past decade. This conference will address questions such as: What has happened in the past decade? What treatment options are now open? Are we now better able to predict and diagnose the illness? Has the stigma attaced to Bipolar Disorder been reduced in any way? Speakers include: Paul E. Keck, Jr., MD. , the Craig and Frances Lindner Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Mark Reinecke, Ph.D., Professor of Pschiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Chief of the Division of Psychology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. Nanette Larson, Director of Recovery Support Services for the Illinois Department of Human Services/Division of Mental Health. Rev. Cheryl T. Magrini, Ph.D., Minister of Christian Education and Spiritual Formation at the First United Methodist Church at the Chicago Temple, Chicago. Numerous discussion groups will focus on specific programs and issues related to Bipolar Disorder. CEUs available for LCSW, LCPC, IAODAPCA. LOCATION:1224 Dempster St. URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/naomi-ruth-cohen-community-conference-bipolar-disorder-progress-and-promise END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20111010T083000 DTEND:20111010T163000 DTSTAMP:20120519T173656 CREATED:20110418T171133 LAST-MODIFIED:20110509T091943 UID:947@http://chicagofaithandhealth.org SUMMARY:A Feastival Celebration: Nurturing Healthy Communities with Food and Faith DESCRIPTION: An interfaith summit focusing on food, faith and active living Fee covers lunch, parking and access to zoo ONLY for arrivals before 10 am. Scholarships available. School-aged youth activities included in program.  (This is Columbus Day, so schools will be closed for most children.) Registration: at www.advocatehealth.com/feastival or by calling 1.800.3.ADVOCATE (1.800.323.8622). Click here for the "Save the Date" flyer: Feastival "Save the Date" Flyer Made possible through funding from the Department of Health and Human Services: Communities Putting Prevention to Work (CPPW) grant. CPPW is a joint project between the Cook County Department of Public Health and the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago. LOCATION:8400 31st St URL:http://chicagofaithandhealth.org/archives/event/a-feastival-celebration-nurturing-healthy-communities-with-food-and-faith END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR