Vision, Mission, and Values

Our Vision
Christian Social Services of Illinois is to be a premier social services agency

• Devoted to the care and treatment of individuals and families
• Accessed through a network of regional offices
• Committed to promoting a just and caring community

Our Mission
As a visible expression of God's loving community and consistent with the example of Jesus Christ, Christian Social Services of Illinois provides direct services to persons of all backgrounds with social and emotional needs across the continuum of life.

Our Values

Sacredness of Human Life
We value the sacredness of human life, created in the image of God, which impels us to respect life as a gift from God in all stages of development and wholeness.

Dignity & Diversity
We value the unconditional love of God for each of us which calls us to reverence the dignity of every person and to appreciate the differences among us.

Community
We value community; people united in a bond of peace, love, and shared vision working for the common good.

Family Life
We value healthy family life, which promotes the well-being of the person.

Stewardship
We value stewardship, by using and sharing God-given resources to serve the needs of the community.

Justice
We value justice, through which all people are entitled to the goods and services needed for human living, regardless of race, age, gender, creed, limitation, or economic condition.

Collaboration
We value the collaboration among dedicated persons, with whom we actively participate in Christ's healing mission, bringing peace and unity to God's people.

Hope
In the midst of the difficulties of life, we are people of hope who believe in the goodness of others. When uniting with the suffering of Jesus there is hope for a better human life.