Since 1941, the Women of the Church Women United movement have held a vision of Christian unity and prayerful action. CWU was founded as a racially, culturally, theologically, inclusive Christian women’s movement to celebrate unity and diversity and work for peace in the world.
The Interpreter
Church Women United in Illinois (CWUIL) Interpreter is the newsletter of the state chapter of the national organization, Church Women United (CWU). Founded in 1941, CWU is an ecumenical movement of interdenominational Christian women from diverse racial, ethnic, age, and economic backgrounds. The organization aims to bring together Christian women, united in their faith, to work towards the betterment of the community and the development of women’s full potential in society.
East Central Regional Highlights
Church Women United recently convened its East Central Regional Assembly in Grand Rapids, Michigan, bringing together women of faith from Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Michigan. Attendees engaged in inspiring worship, workshops, and strategic discussions aimed at strengthening ecumenical bonds and driving impactful local advocacy initiatives across the Midwest.
"Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” — 1 John 3:18
Bread for the World
Vote to End Hunger
In the United States, we have both the privilege and the responsibility to choose those leaders. Our votes help determine the policies that affect hunger at home and around the world. The 2026 midterm elections are an opportunity to put your faith into action by supporting leaders who are committed to ending hunger.
Pledge today to vote for candidates who will make ending hunger a priority.
NFWM Spotlight
Not at the Table
How Exclusion from Labor Protections Puts Farm Workers Health at Risk.
During this webinar, we explored more than a century of farm worker labor history, the lasting effects of exclusions from workplace protections, and how farm worker-led organizing is creating safer, more accountable working conditions.
HIGHLIGHTS
South Area Fall Institute
Epiphany Lutheran Church,
Carbondale, IL
Ginger Rye Sanders - Area Coordinator
President’s Corner
Vicki K. Young
CWU in Illinois State President
Download your copy of the Church Women United National Newsletter.
Partners and Ministries
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Institute for Justice Advocacy — You Can Help Prevent Sex Trafficking, Restore & Bring Justice to Victims. Click here to learn more.
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The mission of Prevent Child Abuse Illinois is to prevent child abuse by providing statewide leadership through education, public awareness, support for community initiatives, and advocacy. Click here to learn more.
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Our mission is to educate and equip people to advocate for policies and programs that can help end hunger in the U.S. and around the world. Click here to learn more.
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Our mission is to prevent diseases and improve the health status of African Americans by providing support to faith institutions in areas of program design, implementation, and evaluation, strengthening their capacity to deliver programs and services that contribute to the elimination of health disparities.
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National Farm Worker Ministry is a faith based organization which supports farm workers as they organize for justice and empowerment. Click here to learn more.
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We have one goal: building a world where there is enough for all. Our vision is a world where everyone has food, voice and a safe place to call home. Click here to learn more.
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We strive to end hunger by connecting our neighbors with healthy food and advancing solutions that address the root causes of hunger. Click here to learn more.
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Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) believes hope starts with food. As a Christian nonprofit, FMSC is dedicated to seeing every child whole in body and spirit. FMSC works with food distribution partners that stay with communities for the long haul, empowering them to move from relief to development. Click here to learn more.
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NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. Click here to learn more.