CCDA Collective is curated to respond to this year's unique obstacles and opportunities. The story of The Valley of Dry Bones is a fitting narrative to help us recenter our work as Christian Community Development practitioners. Right now, we feel we’ve been led to a place where we are searching [...]Read More
Christian Community Development Association Announces New President & CEO
Rev. Cecilia J. Williams, M.Div. will lead the future vision of 30 year national non-profit Christian Community Development Association CHICAGO, Illinois — After a five month search process, The Christian Community Development Association has named Minneapolis pastor and educator, the Rev. [...]Read More
Our Turn to Wonder
Week One: Wonder Advent Blog Series featuring the Women of Cohort 8 The first Sunday in December marks the beginning of Advent, a season of expectant waiting and preparation of the coming Messiah. Our culture characterizes the season with carols, gift giving, and cheer. But, what many [...]Read More
Dear CCDA Friend, Just imagine: a “love army” comprised of thousands of Christians moving forward to love and care for the most ravaged neighborhoods in America. Christians, en masse, actually being the hands and feet of Christ by relocating to live in the most forgotten neighborhoods in our [...]Read More
5 Reasons to Prioritize Soul Care
When you step onto a plane and take your seat, you’re asked to listen to a simple set of safety precautions before takeoff. Flight attendants advise that you fasten your seat belt as the signs instruct, and in the case of an emergency, put on your oxygen mask before helping others. As a Christian [...]Read More
Juan Terrazas of Path Project Tells His Immigrant Story
As a child, Juan and his family immigrated from Mexico to the US. For several years, they were together. He felt safe in the protection of his family. But when he was 14, his dad was deported, and soon after his mom returned to Mexico as well. Juan stayed. As a young teenager, Juan was [...]Read More
Answering the Call: Rooted and Ready
By Noel Castellanos Over the last 30 years, CCDA has been a catalyst for envisioning and encouraging leaders like myself to follow God’s calling to work among the poor throughout our nation. The organization has taught me about the three R’s and 8 Key Components of CCDA. I was exposed to other [...]Read More
Answering the Call: a Lesson in Resilience
Noel Castellanos In 1989, I was living in San Jose, California where I worked in ministry with Latino youth. Like many leaders in urban communities, I was struggling to establish a ministry that was both relevant and impactful. I came to realize there were needs in the community to be addressed, [...]Read More