| At the core of Anaheim's non-profit network is the significant and multi-faceted leadership offered by the City's religious community. However, in past years, no formal network existed to coordinate and maximize the combined of these organizations.
That changed in 1993, with the founding of the Anaheim Religious Community Council. ARCC is composed of lay ministers and lay leaders that represent religious organizations throughout Anaheim. All Anaheim churches, synagogues, mosques and temples are welcome to participate in this inter-faith effort to create a friendlier and healthier community. Formed in response to a suggested action by the community's Gang-Drug Task Force, the ARCC's mission is to provide a forum where religious leaders can voice their concern about community needs in Anaheim, plan strategies for addressing those needs and work together as individuals or with the help of their entire congregations to meet those needs. Early on, the group focused on youth development challenges, establishing Youth/Family Activity Centers throughout Anaheim. As a result, many church facilities are now being used to host a range of activities from sports events to learning centers. For more information on ARCC activities, contact Anaheim Sporn at (714) 765-5208 or by e-mail at asporn@anaheim.net |
