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These Streets Are Holy Turning to God first we reach out to at-risk youth and promote peace through music, mentoring & urban gardening -a spiritual revival Please join us!

We partner with churches, foundations, organizations, and events, to spread the message of hope instead of violence through community building via music, message and urban gardening.. Our manifesto is a movement of change, specifically addressed to Chicago, but universal to the entire world. It reads:

"We the people of Chicago and the surrounding communities, declare that the streets of these nei

ghborhoods are ultimately under God's control, and "These Streets Are Holy" [TSAH]. We organize with the intention of creating a spiritual revival that, under the leadership of a loving God, will change the culture of drugs, violence and murder. In its place is hope and an actionable path toward change and a future worth living." One night, TSAH founder and songwriter John Ludwig awoke at 3 AM with the realization that the rampant violence in Chicago's streets WAS his issue too. He well understood that he was an upper middle class, upper middle aged white man, who grew up in a lily white suburb of St Louis in the 60s/70s, and now lives 100 blocks south of 'the problem'. However, he felt compelled to give a name to the peace undercurrent that has no name, and write a song expressing so. As the suburban streets slept, he got up and wrote the song: These Streets Are Holy (TSAH). The chorus is a rally cry for change. These streets are holy, and we're taking them back
These streets are holy, no more, no more
These streets are holy, God says they are my own
These streets are holy, and they're still our home

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJl668xdQug
The 3rd verse ends with the line, sung by the children, "people let’s turn to hope to-day"
There is reason for hope, but only if we connect it with the Source of hope. Then can hearts be changed and those living without direction can find their way. We have so many other ideas and action items for the cause. Estas Calles Son Santas! (Spanish)
ये सड़के पवित्र हैं (Hindi)
Queste Strade Sono Sacre (Italian)
આ શેરીઓ પવિત્ર છે (Gujarati)
Diese Straßen sind Heilig (German)
Ye Galiaan Muqaddas Hain - یہ گلیاں مقدس ہیں (Urdu)
De Här Gatorna är Heliga (Swedish)
Ces Rues Sont Sacrées (French)
Te ulice są Święte! (Polish)
این خیابان ها مقدس هستند (Dari)
دا کوڅې مقدسې دی (Pashto)
Nzira idzi dzakarurama (Shona)
این خیابانها مقدس هستند (Farsi)

06/12/2024

When TSAH was just starting in 2017, founders John and Jill Ludwig began going into what their suburban neighbors would consider risky and dangerous areas. The Lord had put a message on them that ‘these streets are holy’ and that their desire to see less street violence in Chicago should start by learning more about life in the most affected communities. In one of these neighborhoods, Back of the Yards, they came across an organization called Increase The Peace which was led by a young man named Berto Aguayo . In him they saw selfless love for the people of his community, a deep desire to improve their lives, and most of all, a heart and spirit to turn that vision into reality.
Since then he has graduated from law school and tonight had the honor of introducing President Obama at the 2024 Obama Foundation Democracy Forum.
We are so happy and proud to see Berto finding a role on the national stage. Congratulations friend!

⏳ This  , we’re digging deep to meet our fundraising goal which will support at-risk youth through music, mentoring, and...
05/12/2024

⏳ This , we’re digging deep to meet our fundraising goal which will support at-risk youth through music, mentoring, and urban gardening initiatives. Soil sustains us—now it’s time to give back. Help us make an impact by supporting our campaign before December 15th! 🌱

https://donate.seedmoney.org/10068/these-streets-are-holy

As we all know, giving and receiving are linked. For   we offer you some special items where you can give and also recei...
03/12/2024

As we all know, giving and receiving are linked. For we offer you some special items where you can give and also receive.
These are offered in an online auction format. Bid by sending a FB Message to us. Starting bids are:
Flossmoor Station - $20
Downhome Guitars $30
Kneeler/Bench $20
Malley's Oil Change - $20
In a nod to Cyber Monday, we are also offering special pricing on our online store's wide selection of items. Please have a look.
As always, we pledge our utmost with your donations and thanks for the support.

https://thesestreetsareholy.org/shop/

02/12/2024

Our urban gardening season was a huge success! The kids planted, tended and harvested tomatoes and peppers. Watching them nurture something from seed to flourishing plant is an incredible reminder of the potential they have to grow, learn, and succeed.

Stay tuned for more green-thumb adventures!

Support us at: thesestreetsareholy.org/donate

Who says mentoring can't be fun? A little arm wrestling never hurt anybody—except maybe a few egos! At These Streets Are...
29/11/2024

Who says mentoring can't be fun? A little arm wrestling never hurt anybody—except maybe a few egos! At These Streets Are Holy, we know the value of building strong bonds with the youth we mentor, and sometimes that starts with a bit of friendly competition.

Our coordinators and kids are always finding ways to connect, laugh, and learn together. It's all part of the journey to empowering our youth and creating lasting relationships.

Show your support at:
thesestreetsareholy.org/donate

The talented Workstudy Performing Arts Choir participated in our 7th Annual FRIENDraiser this past weekend. At These Str...
27/11/2024

The talented Workstudy Performing Arts Choir participated in our 7th Annual FRIENDraiser this past weekend.

At These Streets Are Holy, we believe in the healing and empowering force of song. Through our music and mentorship programs, these youth are creating something beautiful—together.

Support their journey and help us continue to give them a voice.

Join Us: thesestreetsareholy.org/donate

As today is the day before Thanksgiving and our 7th Annual Friendraiser was just 4 days ago, let us express our gratitud...
27/11/2024

As today is the day before Thanksgiving and our 7th Annual Friendraiser was just 4 days ago, let us express our gratitude to you, our supporters, for helping and partnering with us in carrying out our mission. Our mission is our message and our message is our mission.
A few pictures from Saturday
And if you weren’t there, check back soon for a cool way you can support us and get something back in return.
Additional uber thanks to House Of Music for hosting us in spite of it being a day of loss for all there.


Thank you to everyone who attended These Streets are Holy: A FRIENDraiser! Your presence and support means so much to us...
25/11/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended These Streets are Holy: A FRIENDraiser! Your presence and support means so much to us and our cause.

If you couldn’t make it to the event, there’s still a way to be involved! We welcome your generous donations to help us continue our work.

You can contribute directly at:
Thesestreetsareholy.org/donate

Every contribution makes a difference, and we’re deeply grateful for your support in any form.

22/11/2024

The countdown is on! Our 7th Annual FRIENDraiser is happening tomorrow, November 23rd, and we can’t wait to see you there.

Join us for an evening of live entertainment by Out of the Whirlwind featuring the Workstudy Performing Arts Choir. Receive a Gideon bible, enjoy a silent auction and participate in our raffle for a Ryobi cordless lawn mower. All silent auction and raffle donations help support These Streets Are Holy’s programs provided to our youth through education and gardening projects.

📅 Date: November 23rd
📍 Location: House of Music,
14426 John Humphrey Dr.,
Orland Park, IL
🕒 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

For more information, visit https://thesestreetsareholy/fundraiser

We’re excited to invite you to our 7th Annual FRIENDraiser on November 23rd! 🌟Join us for an inspiring evening where you...
18/11/2024

We’re excited to invite you to our 7th Annual FRIENDraiser on November 23rd! 🌟

Join us for an inspiring evening where your support will give at-risk youth a voice, provide crucial education, and plant the seeds of hope through urban gardening.

🎶 Hear live music and powerful stories, enjoy a silent auction, and participate in a raffle for a Ryobi cordless lawnmower.

📅 Date: November 23rd
📍 Location: House of Music,
14426 John Humphrey Dr.,
Orland Park, IL
🕒 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

🌐 Learn more: https://thesestreetsareholy.org/fundraiser

15/11/2024

At These Streets Are Holy, every contribution empowers at-risk youth through:

Music programs that heal and inspire
Mentorship that guides and uplifts
Urban gardens that foster skills and sustainability

Join us in our mission to transform lives. Your gift can spark the change these communities need.

👉Learn more: thesestreetsareholy.org/fundraiser

Who knew getting your hands dirty could be so rewarding?At These Streets Are Holy, we’re not just teaching kids how to g...
11/11/2024

Who knew getting your hands dirty could be so rewarding?

At These Streets Are Holy, we’re not just teaching kids how to garden—we’re teaching them to grow hope, responsibility, and community spirit.

Our young gardeners (and our mentors too!) are blooming with excitement.
Want to join us in planting seeds of change? Come to the FRIENDraiser!

Find out more at
https://thesestreetsareholy.org/fundraiser

Did you know that through song and spoken word we help at-risk youth find their voice and share their stories?By providi...
08/11/2024

Did you know that through song and spoken word we help at-risk youth find their voice and share their stories?
By providing a platform for young voices to be heard, we’re nurturing a generation that believes in itself and its potential.

Date: November 23rd
📍 Location: House of Music,
14426 John Humphrey Dr.,
Orland Park, IL
🕒 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

For more information about the FRIENDraiser,
visit https://thesestreetsareholy.org/fundraiser

06/11/2024

These Streets Are Holy in Action!

Today, we take you inside the studio where the magic happens. Watch as the youth from our community step up to the mic and lend their voices to a track that’s not only Grammy-considered, but also a testament to hope, talent, and transformation.

Musical guest: Out of the Whirlwind featuring the Workstudy Performing Arts Choir
Silent auction
Free Gideon bible (while supplies last)
Raffle for a Ryobi cordless lawnmower

For more FRIENDraiser information, visit https://thesestreetsareholy/fundraiser

Learning goes beyond textbooks—it’s about guidance, inspiration, and support. With every lesson, our classrooms become s...
05/11/2024

Learning goes beyond textbooks—it’s about guidance, inspiration, and support.

With every lesson, our classrooms become safe spaces where young minds can thrive, ask questions, and discover their potential. Together, we’re building a foundation for brighter futures!

Join us in this mission and help make a lasting impact:
https://thesestreetsareholy.org/

Sometimes, all it takes is a helping hand to change a life. At These Streets Are Holy, we believe in the power of commun...
02/11/2024

Sometimes, all it takes is a helping hand to change a life. At These Streets Are Holy, we believe in the power of community and compassion to lift each other up. Whether it's through mentoring, sharing knowledge, or simply offering support, we can all play a part in building a brighter future for those in need.

Let’s come together and be the light in someone’s life today!

Here's a very nice article in the Frankfort Patch about TSAH!
01/11/2024

Here's a very nice article in the Frankfort Patch about TSAH!

"These Streets Are Holy" offers music, mentoring and urban gardening in at-risk communities.

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