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January 2010
Cathedral Shelter Welcomes New Executive Director
Cathedral Shelter of Chicago announces the appointment of Reverend John (Jack) D. Seymour as Executive Director. 
Nomination Committee Presents Board and Officer Nominations for 2010
The following individuals are presented for consideration as at-large members to the Board of Directors.
December 2009
Cressey House Resident Featured in National Council Magazine
National Council Magazine shares Debra's story as it focuses on best practices in supportive housing.
November 2009
It turns out that bread crust, marinara, and mozzarella make powerful weapons of hope on Chicago’s Near West Side
October 2009
Princesses, super figures, and even little monsters came to claim reign at Cathedral Shelter once again!
Kids’ Clothing Reaches Children In Need
Second Chance Thrift Helps Make It Possible
September 2009
Together We Learn, Together We Heal
National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month
Cathedral Shelter's Back-to-School Party
Second Chance Thrift Named Chicago’s Best
Second Chance Thrift has been selected for the 2009 Best of Chicago Award in the Thrift Store category!
June 2009
Letter from Bishop Lee on Illinois Budget Cuts
The Right Reverend Jeffrey D. Lee issued a pastoral letter on the impact of budget reductions on social services.
Cathedral Shelter Joins Hundreds at the Rally Against Budget Cuts
Clients, staff and supporters of Cathedral Shelter urge state legislators to restore funding for critical services
Second Chance Thrift - Store Review
Read what one Chamber of Commerce member has to say about Cathedral Shelter's community thrift store
May 2009
Cathedral Shelter Receives 2009 Best of Chicago Award
For the second consecutive year, Cathedral Shelter of Chicago has been selected for the 2009 Best of Chicago Award
Call Your State Legislators - Say No to State Budget Cuts
The House is putting together a "Doomsday Budget" that may come out before the end of this week, May 23.
March 2009
McCullough Appointed Interim Executive Director
Cathedral Shelter of Chicago is pleased to announce Mr. Kevin McCullough as Interim Executive Director effective May 1.
Cathedral Shelter of Chicago is seeking an Executive Director.
February 2009
Second Chance Thrift Reemerges from Fire
After closing its doors for a little over a month, Second Chance Thrift is now reopened!
January 2009
Cathedral Shelter Hosted Its 2008 Annual Meeting
Cathedral Shelter of Chicago celebrated its forward strides in helping struggling families and individuals
Cathedral Shelter Welcomes New Thrift Store Manager
Kevin Longstreth has been named new Store Manager of Second Chance Thrift, Cathedral Shelter’s community thrift shop.
December 2008
Cathedral Shelter helped a record 1,526 struggling families and seniors celebrate the holidays.
November 2008
Cathedral Shelter of Chicago Receives 2008 Best of Chicago Award
Cathedral Shelter of Chicago has been selected for the 2008 Best of Chicago Award in the Drug Abuse & Addiction Treatmen
August 2008
Cathedral Shelter is Notified of $44,896 In State Funding Cuts
For Cathedral Shelter, this may spell out “Doors Closed” to dozens of homeless men and women...
July 2008
Cressey House Resident Featured in Medill Reports Article
Cressey House resident Marilyn Love speaks out against state budget cuts.
Cathedral Shelter Joins Rally Against Proposed State Budget Cuts
Cathedral Shelter of Chicago joined protestors to urge Illinois legislators to vote against proposed budget cuts
Second Chance Thrift reopened in early June after undergoing a one-month renovation and expansion
May 2008
Second Chance Thrift Renovations Continue
Renovations will make for a more enjoyable shopping experience.
February 2008
2007 honorees were announced at the 93rd annual meeting on January 31, 2008
December 2007
Cathedral Shelter’s Executive Director In Print
Glenn Chalmers was interviewed as part of Time Out Chicago cover article.
November 2007
Cathedral Shelter Overrun by Creatures
October 2007
only with your help.
September 2007
Second Chance Thrift needs your clothes.
July 2007
Cathedral Shelter Forming 5K Team
Join the Cathedral Shelter team for the 5K AIDS Run & Walk on September 15.
June 2007
Thrift Store Adds Hours, Renovates
Second Chance Thrift is now open on Saturdays from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Learn about an exciting new pilot project for our Christmas Basket program.