APCN is the historical response of clergy and lay people in Chicago and it’s surrounding communities to the impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the
Since 1985, APCN has become a network of resources from concerned, faithful individuals and organizations who maintain a coordinated response through diverse faith communities. We support people with HIV/AIDS with pastoral care and counseling, Â prevent future infections with biblically, theologically and scientifically informed prevention education, especially in targeted areas of high risk for infection. We pursue justice for those stigmatized and oppressed by this and other stigmatizing conditions.
Contact Rev. Elizabeth Ritzman: betsyritz@comcast.net for more information about:
- Consulting
- Pastoral care and counseling
- Training on:
Building congregational health ministries
Faith based responses to chronic and stigmatized conditions such as HIV/AIDS
Best practices integrating spiritual care into health care settings