The Justice Journey Alliance

08/22/2026

08/07/2026

Calling all pastors and church leaders! 📣

Join us for the THR!VE Pastors Growth Summit 2026—a morning of inspiration, practical learning, meaningful connections, and resources designed to help you strengthen your ministry and community impact.

📅 Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church | Chicago

Hear from an incredible lineup of leaders covering timely topics including community engagement, coalition building, racial justice reform, policy formation, resource discovery, women violence reduction solutions, and more.

✨ Select a registration fee that fits your budget!

📲 Scan the QR code or visit tinyurl.com/2026THRIVE to register.

Come ready to connect. Come ready to grow. Come ready to THR!VE! LeadershipDevelopment CommunityImpact

08/04/2026

THR!VE PASTORS GROWTH SUMMIT 2026
Friday | September 11, 2026 | 8:30am

All church leaders are invited to this unique opportunity for collaborative learning, leadership development, and community engagement.

The THR!VE Pastors Growth Summit 2026 is designed to be an inclusive space where pastors and church leaders from diverse backgrounds come together to gain practical insights, build meaningful relationships, and strengthen their capacity to serve their congregations and communities.

Participants will explore timely and relevant topics, including:

Congregational Community Engagement
Coalition Building
Energy is a Compass
Policy Formation
Resource Discovery
Racial Justice Reform
Women Violence Reduction Solutions

These sessions will be led by an exceptional lineup of speakers who are recognized experts in their respective fields. Each presenter will share practical strategies, innovative ideas, and valuable resources that participants can immediately apply within their ministries and communities.

Your Registration Includes
Complimentary Lunch
Networking opportunities with pastors and community leaders
Certificate of Completion recognizing your commitment to leadership development and community impact
Register Here: tinyurl.com/2026Thrive

Join us for a day of inspiration, collaboration, and practical learning as we equip church leaders to strengthen congregations, build partnerships, and create lasting change throughout our communities.

Location: Quinn Chapel AME Church
2401 S. Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616

Hosted by: Rev. Alvin C. Bibbs, Sr.
Founder & Visionary Leader, THR!VE Pastors Initiative
Lunch Will Be Provided

For more information, contact
[email protected]

07/18/2026

The BEYOND WORDS Movement continues to model authentic, life-giving relationships across economic, racial, and social divides.

We launched BWM in 2020 to confront structural injustice and systemic racism, this movement has become a powerful witness to unity, courage, and transformational community across the country. Against the odds, Pastor Sandy and Pastor Mattie remain steadfast in advancing this strategic mission locally right here in Chicago and unapologetically answering the call for such a time as this.

Their leadership continues to inspire individuals, churches, and communities to move beyond conversation and into meaningful action. If you are a local church, faith leader, or community member committed to going BEYOND WORDS, we invite you to join this important gathering in Oak Park, IL on Sunday, July 19th.

Together, let's build bridges, foster understanding, and advance the work of justice and reconciliation.

07/09/2026

124 young people. Chicago Police officers. Countless meaningful conversations.

On July 2, the JustBRUNCH Conversations Initiative welcomed 124 youth from across Chicago to the Chicago Police Department Headquarters for a day dedicated to honest dialogue, relationship-building, and community engagement.

Together, youth, parents, and law enforcement officers shared more than a meal—they shared stories, listened with empathy, challenged assumptions, and built bridges of understanding.

At Justice Journey Alliance, Leadership Foundation of Chicago, we believe that stronger communities begin with meaningful conversations. Through initiatives like JustBRUNCH Conversations, we're creating safe spaces where every voice is heard, trust is nurtured, and relationships are strengthened—one conversation at a time.

A special thank you to:
🍕 Marc & Jeanne Malnati Family Foundation for providing lunch from Lou Malnati's Pizza.
🤝Jenny Chang for facilitating impactful active listening and storytelling exercises.
🤝 Johnny Razor, the Youth District Advisory Council (YDAC), the Chicago Police Department, and all participating officers and staff for their unwavering commitment to Chicago's youth.
📸 Mike Morgan of Ripe Melon Photography for capturing these unforgettable moments.

When we choose conversation over division, we create opportunities for healing, understanding, and safer communities.

Together, we're transforming conversations into connections.

06/27/2026