Through mentoring, discipleship, and faithful presence, Youth Works is creating space for healing, growth, and lasting transformation.
What Kind of Father
“Some of the kids who walk through our doors carry a specific kind of wound—the absence of a father. Yet the story of Exodus reminds us of a God who sees, hears, knows, and comes down. At CLDI, we have the privilege of helping children experience that faithful presence in tangible ways.”
Strategic Generosity for Kingdom Impact
“Missional giving is about aligning your resources with what God is doing in the world. It’s about more than timing or tax strategy; it’s about participation.”
The Healing Impact of Relationships
Scripture tells us that the steadfast love of the Lord never ceases. His mercies are new every morning. What science is now confirming is something God has woven into creation from the beginning: consistent love reshapes us. We are formed, healed, and restored through relationship with others and with the Lord.
Press Release for Hannah House Campus Expansion Open House
Hannah House is more than a recovery center. It’s a home. It’s a place where women grow in their skills, healthy relationships, and faith, and are empowered to rebuild their lives.”
Love that Shows Up
This Valentine’s season, CLDI reflects on love that shows up—lived through service, faithfulness, and Christ-centered action by our volunteers and partners.
Dignity & Opportunities Through Rail//Line Coffee
Part #2 of Promise’s Story of Healing. Read Part #1 “Healing Her Broken Belief” here. When Promise first moved into the Hannah House, it felt like she had nothing to offer.She had little job experience and very few skills, but the staff encouraged and supported...
CLDI Member Story: Fruitful Growth
Mentorship is an essential component of the fourth principle of Christian Community Development: Leadership Development. Through our holistic, gospel-centered approach to mentorship, we encourage and equip individuals to grow and become empowered. As we invest in...
My Call Into Vulnerability
Words by Jackie Patten In light of Valentine's Day, our office has a “heart attack” game going around where we have to essentially bomb each other's work desks with goodies, candy and words of affirmation. The individual who chose me wrote words of encouragement that...
Engaging the Marginalized
Ministry Partner Encouragement: By Nate Poetzl We love partnering with the church. The relationships we’ve built with local bodies have been integral to the work that we do in the South Side community. In November, Faith Chapel Pastor, Nate Poetzl, spoke about the...