Fr. Michael Pfleger reflects on his mission, challenges after 50 years in ministry
Pfleger is a Chicago local household name and a South Side community staple, both as a spiritual leader and an activist. He talked with Dorothy Tucker this week.
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Pfleger is a Chicago local household name and a South Side community staple, both as a spiritual leader and an activist. He talked with Dorothy Tucker this week.
Pfleger said he considered ending his life when he was accused of sexual abuse. He was later cleared of all the allegations.
The event gave families new memories to help heal old wounds.
Egg hunts, easter baskets, and a big bunny; an event on Chicago's South Side on Saturday had all the hallmarks of a traditional Easter event. But this one was made special because all the guests had something in common – they all have lost a loved one to gun violence.
St. Sabina Church teamed up with a law firm, a towing company, and BJ’s Market to hand out meals in Auburn Gresham Tuesday.
St. Sabina handed out 1,000 turkeys donated by movie director Spike Lee. Servants for Hope gave away more than 600 turkeys in Englewood.
Police said the goal of the "no questions asked" gun turn-in is to get more guns off the streets.
Police said the goal of the “no questions asked” gun turn-in is to get more guns off the streets.
CPS kids received free school supplies and haircuts at St. Sabina Church on the last weekend of summer.
Hundreds of Chicago children are ready for the new school year thanks to a huge back-to-school giveaway at St. Sabina Church.
Also in attendance at the event was Drew Sidora from "The Real Housewives of Atlanta."
Crowds gathered around the church, at 1210 W. 78th Pl.
The church's annual summer rally and march kicks off at 7 p.m. at their Auburn Gresham building.
The Rev. Michael Pfleger, pastor of St. Sabina, said the goal was to spread some Christmas cheer to people who may feel forgotten.
The Rev. Michael Pfleger, pastor of St. Sabina, said the goal was to spread some Christmas cheer to people who may feel forgotten.
Marchers gathered outside the church for prayers before taking off to spread what they hope will be a message of love, hope, and nonviolence.
The march begins at 7 p.m. at the church followed by the Saints Basketball League championship at 9 p.m.
More than 300 volunteers took part in projects like picking up trash, packaging meals for the homeless, and creating cancer patient care packages.
Saint Sabina catholic church gave out 400 boxes of food to families. Organizers said they were full of healthy items, including fresh fruit, veggies and protein.
Today is St. Sabina pastor Rev. Michael Pfleger's birthday, and he wants to spend his day helping make his community safe.
"With Walmart closing, there's less things for people to get to. People have to travel from further distances."
The faith community of St. Sabina hosted the giveaway, which included healthy food, fresh fruit, vegetables, chicken and beef.
They want to hear from neighbors about what they should look for in the next superintendent.
Black History Month starts today, with a new program at Saint Sabina Church called "Black History Shark Tank."
Along with the meals, there were toys for the kids, and the Hobson Lucas Foundation provided $100 gift cards for women in the shelters.
