28 AUG 2025: Chaplain Joseph Jackson leading in prayer at the star ceremony for recruit Class 25-1. Chaplain Rafael Yanez, Chaplain Kimberly Lewis-Davis and Chaplain Hysni Selenica joined along with Chaplain Jackson to offer individual blessings after the star ceremony.

28 AUG 2025: Chicago Police Officer Alicia Gonzalez received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops, presented by Chaplain Rafael Yanez. On 02 JUN 2025: Officer Gonzalez and her two partners responded to a call of a vehicular hijacking involving children in the vehicle. A pursuit took place as they located the vehicle. At which point the police vehicle lost control and struck a tree. Officer Gonzalez suffered injuries do to the impact of the traffic crash.

27 AUG 2025: Chicago Police Officer Juan Ortiz received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops, presented by Chaplain Kimberly Lewis-Davis and Chaplain Hysni Selenica. On 31 MAY 2025: Officer Ortiz and his partner Alegria were responding to assist an officer on a person with a gun call. As they were in route with their emergency equipment on, the vehicle lost control hitting a fixed object. The police vehicle completely flipped over. Officer Ortiz suffered critical injury to his arm.

24 AUG 2025: Chicago Police Officer Ismael Mendez received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops, presented by Chaplain Hysni Selenica during roll call in 025th District. On 31 MAY 2025: Officer Mendez was responding to a call while on foot, the offending vehicle coming from the alley accelerated toward the officer and struck him.

14 AUG 2025: Chicago Police Officer Andrew Paulauskas received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops, presented by Lt. Mike Santos and Sgt. Juan Rivera. On 29 MAY 2025: Officer Paulauskas was attempting to apprehend an aggressive offender to which point they were on the ground. As the struggle continued, the offender was able to reached into his waistband, pulled out a gun and shot Offer Paulauskas in the leg. 

12 AUG 2025: Chicago Police Officer Clarissa Alegria received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops, presented by Chaplain Joseph Jackson and Chaplain Rafael Yanez. On 31 MAY 2025: Officer Alegria and her partner were responding to assist an officer on a person with a gun call. As they were in route with their emergency equipment on, the vehicle lost control hitting a fixed object. The police vehicle completely flipped over. Officer Alegria suffered critical injury to her leg. 

07 AUG 2025: Chaplain Rafael Yanez offered the opening prayer and benediction in honorary of Officer Ella French street sign revealed directly in front of the Cook County courthouse at 26th and California.

05 AUG: The CPD Futbol Club met at Casa Tequila on Division Street to honor Krystal Rivera with a plaque hung that very evening in the restaurant. Her family was present as well. Please pay a visit to see all the plaques honoring our fallen officers since the time this establishment opened. They are located at Division and Damen, they love the police, and their food is DELICIOUS. (The margaritas aren’t so bad either, I’ve heard).

24 JUL 2025: Fr. Dan Brandt opens the 2025 Asian-American Law Enforcement Association (AALEA) conference in Rosemont with a few of his usual corny jokes, a bit of a "Ferverino" speech, and an invocation. Over 500 attended, representing all parts of the U.S. and beyond. Thank you to AALEA for all you do to make the world a better and safer place.

19 JUL 2025: Cathy Maness stopped in at the Quilts for Cops monthly gathering with a dozen roses, a thank you card and a handmade quilt she received ten year ago from A Quilt for Mother's Tears, when her son was killed in the of duty. Although Quilts for Cops makes quilts for officers injured in the line of duty. Cathy wanted to let all the quilters know how important their work is and the comfort it brings within the hard times they have to face. McHenry County Deputy Dwight Maness E.O.W. 9-14-2015. Lord have mercy on him. May he rest in peace.  

19 JUL 2025: Quilts for Cops - Chicago Chapter celebrated their 4th year anniversary. Marc Buslik dropped in to give his yearly generous donation of $1,000. Thank you Marc for your continuous show of support. Thanks to Marla Margelewski for taking the lead on developing the Chicago chapter. A HUGE Thank You! To all the quilters who volunteer an enormous amount of their time on making these comfort quilts for our injured officers. Thanks to the 016th District CAPS office for their continuous help and support 

27 JUN 2025: Chaplain Kimberly Lewis-Davis hosted a marriage workshop for Chicago Police couples. It was held at a beautiful nature resort in the southwest suburbs. A wonderful day was had by all the participants. Plenty of free time to enjoy kayaking and hiking was included in this day of reflection and recollection.

27 JUN 2025: We gathered for "Bowling with Brandt" at a bowling alley on the northwest side to have fun and raise some funds for our ministry to CPD active and retired members and our outreach to our beloved Gold Star Families. We had a "Ball!"

21 JUN 2025: Police Chaplains Ministry hosted over 300 members of our beloved Gold Star Families for a luncheon cruise aboard the Spirit of Chicago. Our cruise took us up and down the Lake Michigan shoreline north and south of Navy Pier. In addition to a lovely buffet lunch, our esteemed guests enjoyed dessert, a face painter, roving magician, DJ, a gift to take home, and even free parking.

City Cruises, who operates the Spirit of Chicago, was very generous to us...and we are grateful!!! We are also grateful to God for bringing us together and shining on us with beautiful weather that day.

Finally, we would like to thank our Police Chaplains Ministry supporters, who make such outings happen...reminding our Gold Star Families that they are NEVER forgotten!

19 JUN 2025: Upper Room Club meets in the back yard of Chuck (and Lois), two of our regular attendees who offered to host a barbeque instead of meeting at Pisano's. It was a wonderful night, and Rabbi Moshe Wolf graced us with his presence, sharing with us some of the similarities and differences between Christianity and Judaism.

15 JUN 2025: We celebrated our annual Fathers’ Day Mass at Gold Star Families Memorial and Park. Hundreds gathered to pray with and for our fathers, living and deceased. We remembered in a special way those dads whose names are permanently inscribed on the memorial wall. As you can see, our Mounted Unit joined us as usual, along with (in the distance) the 5-11 Club of CFD, providing water, Gatorade, etc., to our attendees. 

01 JUN 2025: Alongside CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling, CPD Chaplain Rafael Yanez offered the invocation at a memorial ceremony marking the 16th anniversary of the death of PO Alex Valadez. Thank you, Chaplain Yanez, for rising to the occasion! And thank you, Alex (RIP) for the incredible sacrifice you made for the people of our city. God bless the Valadez Family as they continue to mourn his loss.

29 MAY 2025: The Chaplains Section meeting with the Pre-Service Captains Class, discussing spiritual approaches and coping mechanisms on the stressors of the job as they advance into a higher leadership position.

27 MAY 2025: At the Community Graduation Ceremony, Officer Kenneth Griffin was caught by surprise as Chief Jon Hien presented a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops. Officer Griffin was injured in the line of duty when he responded to a call of a mental disturbance, the person he was trying to help pulled out a knife and stabbed Officer Griffin multiple times. The ceremony ended with a prayer and blessing by Chaplain Rafael Yanez and Chaplain Hysni Selenica.

27 MAY 2025: Chaplain Kimberly Lewis-Davis speaking in front of Class 25-5, as the Chaplains Section presents to all the new incoming recruit classes.

18 MAY: The Chicago Gearheads begin their motoring season with a blessing of their cars. Here you'll see Rabbi Moshe Wolf praying with our CPD brothers and sisters and other car enthusiasts for their safe travels.  
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16 MAY 2025: The Chicago Police Marine Corps League had their 20K march along the lakefront to promote suicide awareness for military veterans and police officers. A prayer and a few words of wisdom were offered by Chaplain Hysni Selenica. Lt. Paul Zogg on behalf of the Chicago Police Marine Corps League presented a generous donation to Chicago Police Chaplains Ministry. We are forever grateful. May God continue to bless in your faith and good actions. 

15 MAY 2025: Chicago Police and Gold Star Families in front of the Nation's Capitol in Washington D.C. during National Police Week.  

14 MAY 2025: The Chicago Police Pipe & Drum and the Honor Guard bow their heads as Chaplain Hysni Selenica offers a prayer before the National Honor Guard/Pipe & Drum Competition during National Police Week in Washington D.C. Superintendent Larry Snelling offered support to the Honor Guard, Pipe & Drum and Gold Star families.


14 MAY 2025: Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling, Park Ridge Police Daniel Kearns and Chaplain Hysni Selenica marching with the National Conference of Law Enforcement Emerald Societies' 31st Annual Memorial March, during National Police Week in Washington D.C.




14 MAY 2025: Chaplain Hysni Selenica with Sgt. Robert Galassi, Officer Patrise Washington, and with Gold Star Family Edith and Emiliano Huesca at the Nation's Capitol in Washington D.C. during National Police Week. 

13 MAY 2025: National Police Week, Chaplain Hysni Selenica lighting a candle during a rainstorm at the 37th Annual Candlelight Vigil in Washington D.C. Despite the rain everyone tucked under umbrellas or cupped their hands over candles to keep the light flickering across the field.

04 MAY: CPD Chaplains Rafael Yanez, Hysni Selenica and Joe Jackson represent our unit along with Rabbi Moshe Wolf, who was on the reviewing stand at the time of this picture. The annual Saint Jude March was a tremendous success, and God smiled on us with beautiful weather. May our fallen brothers and sisters rest in peace.

25 APR: The Chicago Police Honor Guard provided a 24-hour watch over the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation's Gold Star Families Memorial and Park. May our over 600 officers killed in the line of duty rest in peace!

25 APR: Over 1,500 people--including Superintendent Snelling and the mayor—attended a charity boxing match between CPD and CFD, hosted at DeLaSalle High School. Our own Chaplain Hysni Selenica has been training for the past year and was fully prepared to fight Friday night, but CFD was too scared to enter the ring with him. Seeing him that night, I cannot blame them! Thank you, Chaplain Selenica, for representing the Chaplains Unit in such a positive way...and thank you to all in attendance. Funds raised that evening support a host of worthwhile charities.

11 APR 2025: Chaplain Rafael Yanez offering prayers and blessings in the 018th District for Officer Malissa Torres. May she rest in peace.

10 APR 2025: Congratulations!!! To Anthony Ciaravino on your retirement. Thank you for your 30 years of service with CPD. May God continue to bless you and your family.

08 APR 2025: The Chaplains Unit offered many blessings to Det. Juan Gonzalez's new business in the Back of the Yards neighborhood. The Dream Catcher Cafe will be opening 28 APR 2025. Come out and enjoyed a good cup of coffee, located at 1824 W 47th Street. 

04 APR 2025: Fr. Dan Brandt emcees the Light the Line "Funniest Cop" competition at the FOP hall. Several hundred people came to support a great cause and get a LOT of laughs, thanks to eight officers who competed for the coveted title of "Funniest Cop."

01 APR 2025: CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling swears in our newest chaplain, Deacon (and PO) Rafael Yanez, with the rest of his team at his side. To read more about Rafael's impressive accomplishments, be sure to visit our "Meet your chaplains" page. Welcome aboard, Rafael!

24 MAR 2025: Chicago Police Officer Ethan Guenther received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops. Chaplain Joseph Jackson and Chaplain Hysni Selenica presented the comfort quilt. On 21 Feb 2025: Officer Guenther and his partner we involved in traffic crash as they were attempting to curb a vehicle driving recklessly.

22 MAR 2025: Members of the Chicago Boxing Team, P.O. Jacklyn Mueller, P.O. Jay Cavazos, P.O. Cortney Poulos and Chaplain Hysni Selenica attending Family Day at the academy. 25 APR 2025 is the Battle of the Badges. Get your tickets. come out and watch CPD put out the Fire!

18 MAR 2025: Chicago Police Officer Phillip Dunigan received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops, presented by Chaplain Hysni Selenica. On 09 MAR 2025: Officer Dunigan move out of the way of a drunk driver going right at him. The vehicle then turned towards Officer Dunigan's direction and all he could do from being runover is to jump on the hood of the car. He suffered a broken ankle when he flew off from the offender's vehicle.

15 MAR 2025: Quilts for Cops - Chicago chapter getting together on National Quilting Day, during their monthly gathering in the 016th District. We want to thank all the quilters from Quilts for Cops on the love and dedication you put into these comfort quilts for our injured police officers.

13 MAR 2025: Chicago Police Officer Oscar Solis received a handmade quilt by Quilts for Cops, presented by Chaplain Kimberly Lewis-Davis. On 21 FEB 2025: Officer Solis was trying to place an offender into custody from a carjacking that occurred. Officer Solis suffered a break to his hand after having to perform an emergency takedown during this struggle.

05 MAR 2025: Chicago Police Chaplains and St. Jude Chaplains fanned out throughout the city to administer blessed ashes to thousands of CPD members in the districts, areas, specialized units and other civic locations. The highlight of our year, this is a wonderful opportunity to visit with so many of our brothers and sisters in a very positive setting. We pray all will enjoy a fruitful and holy Lenten season.

04 MAR 2025: Chaplain Robert Montelongo and Officer Nora Garza attending Youth Community Engagement Day at the academy.

21 FEB 2025: Chicago Police Officer Efrain Chavez received a handmade quilt presented by Chaplains Rabbi Moshe Wolf, Father Dan Brandt and Hysni Selenica on behalf of Quilts for Cops. On 26 Oct 2024: Officer Chavez and his partners were injured as they responded to a disturbance at a gang funeral, as an enormous fight broke out.

30 JAN 2025: Chicago Police Officer Stephanie Jimenez received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops. The quilt was presented by Chaplain Joseph Jackson, Chaplain Hysni Selenica accompanied by her teammate Officer Crystal Moreno. On 01 NOV 2024: Officer Jimenez and her partner Officer Alverez were responding to a call with their emergency equipment activated. A vehicle driving at a high rate of speed struck the police vehicle as they were going through the intersection at 2000 E 75th Street. 

29 JAN 2025: Chicago Police Officer Ricardo Rivera received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops. The quilt was presented by Sgt. Erik Ruhnke, who also received a quilt in the past from suffering a stab wound. On 11 NOV 2024: While on patrol, Officer Rivera on viewed a person being stabbed several times. Officer Rivera was stabbed by the offender as he took action to save the victim.  

29 JAN 2025: Chicago Police Officer Antonio Witfield received a handmade quilt presented by Chaplain Hysni Selenica on behalf of Quilts for Cops. On 26 OCT 2024: Officer Witfield and his partners were injured as they responded to a disturbance at a gang funeral, as an enormous fight broke out.

28 JAN 2025: Chicago Police Officer Patricia Alvarez received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops. The quilt was presented by Chaplain Robert Montelongo and Chaplain Hysni Selenica. On 01 NOV 2024: Officer Alvarez and her partner Officer Jimenez were responding to a call with their emergency equipment activated. A vehicle driving at a high rate of speed struck the police vehicle as they were going through the intersection at 2000 E 75th Street.

22 JAN 2025: St. Jude wake service chaplains were treated to a very nice dinner at Tufano's, joined by all the CPD Chaplains AND several of our exempt members.

Thank you to our St. Jude Chaplains who volunteer to lead prayers at over 500 services each year.

17 JAN 2025: Chicago Police Officer Fenysha Fields and Officer Brian Smith each received a handmade quilt from Quilts for Cops. The quilts were presented by Deputy Chief Migdalia Bulnes and accompanied by Chaplain Kimberly Lewis-Davis, Chaplain Hysni Selenica, Deacon Rafael Yenez, Officer Nora Garza and Officer Raven Hoskins. Officer Hopskins had received a quilt from Quilts for Cops in the past from a gunshot wound.

06 NOV 2024: Officer Fields and Officer Smith were enroute to a call, with emergency equipment activated, when a vehicle ran a stop sign and struck the police vehicle causing them to run off the roadway and strike a tree. Officer Fields suffered a broken eye socket and hand. Officer Smith suffered neck and shoulder injuries due to the impact of the crash.