2012 has been a year of challenges and successes. We have expanded our work in the jails through Project Philip and have begun two new programs: Urban Literacy and Journey to the Cross, a Lenten Bible Series.
At the same time, we have been challenged by significant cut-backs at our partner, The American Bible Society, resulting in fewer Bibles being made available for special needs. We are also facing the Challenge of a difficult economy that has adversely impacted our donors.
Our Mission - Who we are
The word "ecumenical" can be controversial; however, it is an old and important word in the history of Christianity. It means "The Whole Church." The whole church is who we minister to and width. We provide Bibles and encourage the study and understanding of Scripture without promoting or endorsing anyu particular doctrinal point of view. For this reason we are able to work with all Christians who believe that the Bible is God's Word.
Our Work - What We Do - Provision
Chicago Bible Society works to cross physical, economic or cultural barriers to bring the Bible into people's lives, through written or electronic means, in a manner that they can understand and interact with the Scriptures. Bible Provision programs target those wo do not have access to the Bible due to incarceration, poverty, or cultural barriers. They include our Bibles for Jails program.
Engagement
Chicago Bible Society encourages people to read and interact with the Bible so that God's Word transforms their lives. We partner with prison ministries, schools, churches and tutoring programs to make God real through the study of the Word. Bible Engagement Programs target a broad range of people in our increasingly secular society who do not know the Scriptures. We look forward to 2013 and the opportunities and challenges of the New Year with Faith.
