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

Summer 2026

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.
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Partner Spotlight:

National Alliance Mental Illness

Mental health care isn’t one-size-fits-all.

This July, during Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, join the NAMI Alliance nationwide at events and programs where you can find meaningful connection on your healing journey.

Bebe Moore Campbell left a legacy of championing mental health for underrepresented communities, co-founding NAMI Urban Los Angeles and becoming a national change agent by challenging the status quo.

Through her writing, Bebe Moore Campbell demonstrated that mental health impacts every person, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or nationality.

For many communities, entering systems of care where their cultures, languages, and lived experiences are not reflected or respected remains a barrier to accessing care.

Join NAMI in celebrating Bebe Moore Campbell’s legacy and mental health across all communities: Attend a Seen. Heard. Understood. event, discover resources designed for your community, and find your local NAMI.

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All Roads Lead to Michigan

CWU East Central Regional Assembly

Oct. 22-24, 2026

Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel

Early Bird Registration - (Before Sept. 15, 2026) - $200

Standard Registration - (After Sept. 15, 2026 to Oct. 1, 2026) - $215

Registration includes 4 meals, program booklet, bag, etc.

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Partner Spotlight:

Prevent Child Abuse Illinois

Mark your calendars for the 32nd Annual Prevent Child Abuse Illinois Statewide Conference, taking place October 22–23, 2026, at the BOS Center in Springfield, Illinois!

Join prevention professionals, educators, advocates, healthcare providers, and community leaders from across the state for two inspiring days of learning, collaboration, and networking with others who share a commitment to strengthening families and preventing child abuse. Attendees can look forward to an outstanding lineup of dynamic plenary speakers, engaging breakout sessions covering a wide range of prevention topics, and countless opportunities to connect, share ideas, and leave with practical strategies to make an even greater impact in their communities. Learn more.

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Partners and Ministries

  • Institute for Justice Advocacy — You Can Help Prevent Sex Trafficking, Restore & Bring Justice to Victims. Click here to learn more.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.