Fifteen years ago I was thrilled to be asked to help build a brand new organization called Protestants for the Common Good. Our purpose was to become an alternative to the political religious right by connecting our faith to public action. We have more than succeeded in this goal. more
PCG and other members of Raise Illinois expect that SB 1565—the bill calling for an increase in the minimum wage—will be heard and voted on in the Senate Executive Committee on Wednesday, May 16th. You can join our PCG train riders to make your voice heard through calls or e-mails to your legislators. more
“Lord, help us to encourage meaningful ways to create change without losing our identity and sense of purpose.” Board member Jill Wood-Naatz offered this faith reflection on change and identify at PCG’s board meeting on May 15, 2012. more
Protestants for the Common Good educates and mobilizes people of faith to participate in political democracy for the sake of social justice and the beloved community.






