Jesus People USA

You probably have a mental picture of these individuals merely from hearing the name "Jesus People USA" It is not made apparent that the community was established in the first half of the 1970s. They estimate they have 200 members. Additionally, they all share a single Chicago building.

This community has resided in the same 10-story building on Chicago's north side for decades, rejecting the stereotype of isolated farm communes or compounds. The group shares a home and works as a team. Nobody works for their own financial gain. They generate revenue for a collective effort to cover costs.

The group is very passionate about music, and they even run their own record label. Anthony Cox, Yoko Ono's ex-husband, was a member, and they have a long history of involvement with music festivals in addition to having a significant influence on Christian Rock. Despite this, not all is rosy because the group has occasionally been criticized for being a little dubious and autocratic. It goes without saying that the group itself rejects allegations of abuse, and nothing has been established in court, so the Jesus People continue to operate in their contemporary hippy tower.

• Country: USA