Community Health Program
Dedicated to courage, justice, and holy imagination in building equitable health systems through Wisconsin's churches.
Since April 2021, we've partnered with the State of Wisconsin to overcome COVID-19 vaccination barriers. With over 200 churches, we've organized 250+ clinics, administering 3500 vaccinations. Led by Executive Director Kerri Parker, we provide crucial information through our weekly newsletter and crafted the acclaimed Returning to Church guidelines.
Collaborating with key organizations like the African-American Council of Churches and the Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee, our impact extends nationally and even internationally. Recognized by Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Public Health Association, our initiatives have garnered media attention, emphasizing our commitment to community health and holistic well-being.
Community Health Projects
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Returning to Church
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Wisconsin Council of Churches provided guidance for faith communities on how to gather more safely among constantly changing recommendations and contexts. With Patient Endurance: Returning to Church 5.0 was the final set of recommendations that focused on “living into a new normal”.
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Digital Storytelling Project
Every person and community was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through our Digitial Storytelling Project, we are collecting testimonies and stories to share the history and learnings from this life-changing event.