CRLMC Endorses Protect Illinois Communities Act
January 5, 2023 | Chicago --The Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago strongly endorses the Protect Illinois Communities Act. We call for its immediate passage by the Illinois General Assembly and for Governor Pritzker to sign it into law.
In every religious tradition, human life is sacred. For decades, we have grieved for those murdered with assault weapons and prayed for those who survived such attacks. These weapons of war are designed solely to kill human beings. Based on the common values and moral standards which unite our Council, we have concluded that there is no place for them in our communities.
We endorse the provisions of the Protect Illinois Communities Act. It will ban assault weapons and high capacity magazines and remove firearms from dangerous persons. While these steps are only part of a comprehensive response to gun violence, they are fundamental to any solution.
We therefore call on the Illinois General Assembly to pass the Protect Illinois Communities Act and for Governor Pritzker to sign it into law. The time to act is now.
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The Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago (CRLMC) promotes cooperation, understanding, and collaboration among the faith communities of Chicago to advance the common good. A nonprofit organization founded in 1984, CRLMC is comprised of the head religious leadership of practically every major religious tradition in the broader Chicago area.
In every religious tradition, human life is sacred. For decades, we have grieved for those murdered with assault weapons and prayed for those who survived such attacks. These weapons of war are designed solely to kill human beings. Based on the common values and moral standards which unite our Council, we have concluded that there is no place for them in our communities.
We endorse the provisions of the Protect Illinois Communities Act. It will ban assault weapons and high capacity magazines and remove firearms from dangerous persons. While these steps are only part of a comprehensive response to gun violence, they are fundamental to any solution.
We therefore call on the Illinois General Assembly to pass the Protect Illinois Communities Act and for Governor Pritzker to sign it into law. The time to act is now.
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The Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago (CRLMC) promotes cooperation, understanding, and collaboration among the faith communities of Chicago to advance the common good. A nonprofit organization founded in 1984, CRLMC is comprised of the head religious leadership of practically every major religious tradition in the broader Chicago area.
The 2023 InterFaith Calendar Is Here!
The 2023 InterFaith Calendar is a 14" x 22" full-color, twelve-month wall calendar produced in cooperation with 17 religious communities. The calendar features religious observances with explanations for 17 different faith communities, as well as basic beliefs, practices, religious writings, art, and demographics for each community.
The 2022 InterFaith Calendar is a great tool for businesses, schools, government facilities, and civic and religious organizations in today’s diverse society. Order your copy today!
The 2022 InterFaith Calendar is a great tool for businesses, schools, government facilities, and civic and religious organizations in today’s diverse society. Order your copy today!
2022 Interfaith Thanksgiving Observance
Wednesday, November 23 | 12:00-1:00 PM
First United Methodist Church at the Chicago Temple
77 W. Washington, Chicago
First United Methodist Church at the Chicago Temple
77 W. Washington, Chicago
For more than 30 years, this observance has brought together Chicago's many religious traditions to celebrate this most American holiday. Conducted by the Council of Religious Leaders of Metropolitan Chicago and hosted and co-sponsored by the Chicago Temple at First United Methodist Church, the Interfaith Thanksgiving Observance features music and prayer offerings from more than a dozen faith communities in Metropolitan Chicago.
The Observance is open to the public, and there is no charge to attend.
The Observance is open to the public, and there is no charge to attend.
Interfaith Collection for the Hungry
As part of the Interfaith Thanksgiving Observance, funds will be collected to be shared with direct meal providers affiliated with Members of the Council. All proceeds will be shared. Please remember our neighbors in need during this season.
