August 2019
UniteBoston Celebration of Worship Testimony Call
What was your experience at the UB Celebration of Worship? Did you encounter God in new ways, and how did it impact your understanding of God's work in our city? Join the UB community to share your story - or be encouraged by others' stories - at a testimony video call this Wednesday August 28th at 8pm. During this call, we'll also share about ways you can get involved with UB and take time to pray for the city. You…
Find out more »January 2020
Career Mentoring with High School Students Info Session Calls
Excel High School has partnered with the Boston Education Collaborative at Emmanuel Gospel Center and created a pilot mentorship program called Unlocking the Future: Career Mentoring for High School Juniors and Seniors. The goal of this mentorship opportunity is to create relationships with students at Excel that help equip them for life after graduation, specifically in envisioning opportunity for the future and career readiness. The time commitment is once a month. If you're interested in learning more, please join us…
Find out more »April 2020
Finding Christian Unity in World Christianity
Christian denominations are multiplying at an almost exponential rate. Today, there are approximately 44,000 denominations in the world. In that dizzying diversity, Casely Essamuah and Wesley Granberg-Michaelson are pursuing ways to tie Christians together in creative ways. Casely Essamuah is the current Secretary of the Global Christian Forum and Wesley Granberg-Michaelson is the former Director of Church and Society at the World Council of Churches. This is an opportunity to hear about unity in diversity and difference in the midst…
Find out more »Prayer for Boston’s Educators and Students
As Boston's schools have closed, now is an important time to be in prayer for our students, educators and families. Educators and youth workers from different churches are invited to join for an online prayer meeting on Friday April 3, from 8:00 to 8:40am. This event is hosted by educators from Congregation Lion of Judah. Please consider joining us, and sharing this with other educators or youth workers. Here is the Zoom link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2928443359
Find out more »Soul Sabbath Saturday (Online)
For a number of years, I have been facilitating a spring Soul Sabbath Retreat and inviting people from Boston to participate. This year, however, I have decided to do it as a Webinar - so we can deepen our souls while keeping our distance. If you would like to participate - or know someone that you think would - please register below. This will be a free training-practicing event, but there are only 100 spots available - so please register in…
Find out more »Holy Week Dialogue
Jesus said, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world" (John 16:33). This scripture passage may have new meaning for each of us during Holy Week, where Christians throughout the world are celebrating the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ amidst the present realities of the coronavirus. Here in Boston, we are offering an opportunity for Christians to…
Find out more »“One Boston Day” United Prayer Call
One Boston Day originated as a day to celebrate the resilience of the people of Boston after the Boston Marathon. This year, Mayor Walsh has proposed that this year's One Boston Day on April 15th would involve community reflection and prayer, to celebrate the resilience, strength, and unity of Bostonians amidst the coronavirus crisis. April 15th is right after we have celebrated the resurrection of Jesus, and is in the middle of the height of the projected coronavirus cases. We…
Find out more »Boston Healthcare Professionals Gathering
April 17th will come as the COVID-19 wave crests in Boston. Join the Boston Healthcare Fellowship to briefly introduce some talking and prayer points and then move into breakout groups about COVID-19. This time will be focused on thinking and praying for those engaged in patient care and for those we know whose lives are threatened by coronavirus disease. When: Friday, April 17th, 7:00-8:00 pm, No RSVP Required Where: https://zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 424 496 666 Password: 056349
Find out more »After Social Distancing
A discussion now about doing life differently in the future Maybe, just maybe, after all this is behind us, we will not take for granted: hugs, handshakes, high fives, happy hour, huddles, holding hands.... Meanwhile, what if we started thinking now about doing life differently, as if the remote and the virtual never were substitutes for life in one another's physical presence? Join us for a series of interviews with people who came to this conviction before last month, and are designing life according to better…
Find out more »Christian Dating Boston Private Facebook Group
Join a private Christian Facebook group where you can easily message Greater Boston Area Christian Singles who are also looking to date. For all ages. Step 1) Complete a short google form at www.SingleSocials.com. Step 2) I send you a link and approve you to join the group! Step 3) Easily message members you meet in the group. If helpful, I provide a list you can sort through of just: First Name, Last Initial, Gender, Age, General location & matching…
Find out more »Revelation in a Time of Plague
A 4-Week Zoom Series of Reflections from Spiritual Leaders of the Abrahamic Family of Faith 4 Wednesdays, April 22 – May 6, 2020 Hosted by MAS Boston and CMM Starting this Wednesday, April 22, 6:15-7:15pm EST To register and receive the Zoom link, please click the link here Click here to download pdf This week’s speakers: Rabbi Or Rose is the founding Director of the Betty Ann Greenbaum Miller Center for Interreligious Learning & Leadership of Hebrew College. Before assuming this position in 2016, he…
Find out more »Foster Care and Adoption Virtual Information Session
The need for foster and adoptive parents is always urgent. Sadly, the realities of the current COVID19 health crisis make it likely that this need will only be greater in the days ahead. Research shows that increased stress and isolation can increase the likelihood that children will experience abuse or neglect within the home. As children eventually emerge from this isolation, an increase in children entering care may occur. The licensing and recruiting limitations due to current social restrictions are…
Find out more »Stories from the Front: Missional Responses to COVID-19 in Boston
The coronavirus has presented a unique missional opportunity to be the loving embrace of God to our neighbors. UniteBoston has been reaching out to Christian leaders in Boston to see how they are doing and to listen for the "good news stories" that are emerging. In this webinar, we will feature the stories of four church leaders who will be sharing how their church is caring for the body of Christ and missionally engaging, despite tight restrictions. Join us to…
Find out more »May 2020
National Day of Prayer – Massachusetts
The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people to pray for the nation from 8:00am to 5:30pm. Pastors and prayer leaders from Massachusetts will be leading during this time. We encourage believers to join in as there is power in united humble prayer. This is an all day event streamed live on Facebook and YouTube. Live Stream is available bit.ly/NDP-MA-Google bit.ly/NDP-MA-Facebook If you would like to lead prayer live at…
Find out more »Can We Talk? Trauma Healing Program
Every Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 PM Join by video: https://zoom.us/j/887995182 Join by phone: Step #1: Dial 1-929-436-2866 Step #2: Enter Meeting ID: 887995182# Step #3: Press # to join by phone. (There is NO Participant ID) Want to know what our online Can We Talk is like?
Find out more »May Boston Christian Entrepreneurs Gathering
Join us for a morning of prayer, devotions, and sharing. We'll have time for discussion and reflection, with the opportunity for each person to share about challenges affecting their business during this time, in order to receive and give advice. This month, we'll hear from an entrepreneur who has followed their call to launch and grow a business. Given that the event is virtual, there will be no charge. Click here to register.
Find out more »Webinar: Reopening the Church in Massachusetts
Churches in Massachusetts are now able to hold indoor services at up to forty percent of their occupancy capacity. In his press conference today, Governor Baker said he trusts the church to be “diligent and serious” in reopening safely. To that end, we have assembled a webinar for THIS WEDNESDAY at 10:30am especially for pastors and ministry leaders to think through the details of reopening. Please join us as we seek to work together to safely reopen the doors of our…
Find out more »10 Days Pentecost, 24/7 Global Zoom Prayer, May 21-31
Dear Friends in New England, From May 21-31, during the 10 Days leading up to Pentecost, believers around the globe will be joining in a 24/7 Zoom prayer call. We want to invite you to join in the Zoom call at any time of day, but especially for the New England prayer hour, 11am-noon, May 22-31. This hour (11am-noon) will be hosted by New England leaders each day and is an opportunity for believers around New England to pray and have fellowship…
Find out more »Love Up & Out
Greetings Body of Christ! I pray that you all are well and enjoying this beautiful Spring day in New England. Over the past few weeks, I have felt a heaviness and press in my heart and spirit from the overwhelming feeling of hopelessness and despair that is currently holding many of us in Greater Boston and nationally captive while trying to navigate this COVID-19 Pandemic. I was stirred with inspiration through the Holy Spirit to mobilize the Body…
Find out more »Pentecost Dialogue: Streams in the Wasteland
Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. (Isaiah 43:18-19) We heard great feedback from UniteBoston's first dialogue during Holy Week, so we decided to host another one for Pentecost! During Pentecost, Christians celebrate the descending, indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit in our world. The coronavirus has presented…
Find out more »June 2020
Boston Christian Dating Events (Online) – June 2020
June 2020 Christian Online Dating Events are being planned now! In addition to the online dating events starting in June 2020, there are plans to have more throughout the summer and fall of 2020. "Still, much of that depends on how many Christian Singles sign-up", Rebekah Kerstetter, founder of Single Socials LLC commented, "but I am encouraged that already 100 singles from different Boston churches are on the ministry's mailing list and 35 people have joined the new "Christian Singles…
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Summer Prophetic Courses: Online
PureSpring Institute (PSI) is now offering Ten-Week Online Summer Courses! Through the School of Prophetic Leadership these intensive online sessions will address the critical disciplines prophetic leaders must develop and the specific challenges prophetic leaders face in a changing world. Join us this summer online and ignite your prophetic vision and voice for greater impact in a changing world! Courses starting June 7th (revised start date). Enroll Today! Also, featured this summer is our Prophetic Mastery Level I & II Certification…
Find out more »Refugee-led Public Health Event: Christians Fighting the Tobacco Epidemic
Christians Fighting The Tobacco Epidemic (Invest in Missions & the Kingdom, Not Tobacco) For decades, Big Tobacco has used predatory marketing tactics, junk science, front groups, and lobbying to drive -- and profit from -- the tobacco epidemic, which still claims 7 million people’s lives each year. Corporate Accountability, in partnership with allied organizations and people like you, has successfully protected public health policymaking all over the world from Big Tobacco’s interference for years. In fact, just this past fall,…
Find out more »Special “Can We Talk?” on Racism
You can choose to share in words, music, or poetry about your own experiences, thoughts & feelings. This is also a space to support healing through listening. Can We Talk? exists for you individually and communally. Our Artists-in-Residence will also offer their music!! Join by video: https://zoom.us/j/887995182 OR Join by phone: Step #1: Dial 1-929-436-2866 Step #2: Enter Meeting ID: 887995182# Step #3: Press # to join the call. (There is NO Participant ID)
Find out more »“Men’s Choice” Free Christian Online Speed Dating Event – Friday 6/26/20 at 7:15pm
"Men's Choice" Free Christian Online Speed Dating Event - Friday 6/26/20 at 7:15pm (There will be a "Ladies Choice" Free Online Speed Dating Event in July...) ------------------------------------------------ Now, details below for the 6/26/20 Friday 7:15pm "Men's Choice" Event: "Men's Choice" means that any man attending can request 1-2 specific ladies for me to confidentially invite on his behalf. I then tell the ladies that their presence has been requested at the event. -Though they do not know who invited them,…
Find out more »July 2020
July Thrive and Grow for Christian Business Owners
Join us for a morning of prayer, devotions, and sharing. We'll have time for discussion and reflection, with the opportunity for each person to share about challenges affecting their business in order to receive and give advice. CONTENT: This month, we'll hear from an entrepreneur about how they're responding to the needs of others during this time. LOGIN INFO: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/75162574471?pwd=aWhCdVZYcDRmaXRrSkNMZjlMZUdsZz09 Meeting ID: 751 6257 4471 Password: 642793 Dial-in: 646-876-9923 COST: Given that the event is virtual, there will be no charge. For…
Find out more »United We Praise: The Power of Prayer
We are a group of friends, families and church communities that have come together to spread positivity and look beyond one's age, ethnicity, nationality, social status and everything else that the world looks to pull people apart. As a family from many churches, backgrounds, and locations - are are coming together to host a praise and worship night! We will have a time of worship, prayer, encouragement and communal growth through an online stream. Come and join us - all…
Find out more »August 2020
Fit Family / Fit Community
Workout with the kids and have fun! Having kids cooped up in the house most of the day is unhealthy for them and for the caregivers that watch over them. “I’m bored,” is a phrase that’s almost as annoying as “Leave me alone!” as sibling with too much energy ricochet of each other. And, to be honest, the pandemic is probably driving YOU a little crazy too. The solution? Exercise with the kids. Get them to burn off some of that energy…
Find out more »Restore: New England – Night of Prayer
We are streaming our next Night of Prayer on Friday, August 7, 2020 on Facebook and Youtube where we will gather people from all over New England to pray for revival from the inside out. Widespread revival starts with us individually, where we repent of sin in our lives, submit to Jesus our king, make disciples in our churches, and ask the Lord to save our communities. We sing, we pray, and we hear from Scripture. Take a look at…
Find out more »GOSPELFEST 2020
GospelFest is New England’s largest Gospel music celebration. Now in its 20th year, GospelFest showcases both national and local gospel talent, blending contemporary and traditional gospel melodies. This annual event is produced by the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment in partnership with Event Gospel. Mayor Walsh will introduce the virtual event. Performers include the Mayor’s Community Gospel Choir, The Worship Bandits, Todd Galberth, Maranda Curtis, and Jonathan McReynolds! This virtual event will be hosted by Commissioner William Gross…
Find out more »United We Praise: The Power of Prayer
Come join us for a time of worship, prayer, encouragement and communal growth through Zoom! Please register here to have the link emailed to you. Registration ends 8/15 at 6PM!
Find out more »Race & Christian Community Initiative Cohorts 2020: Learning Communities for White Evangelicals
Race & Christian Community Initiative cohorts are communities where Christians can learn about racism from a biblical perspective and develop the capacity to respond to it as an outworking of their faith. RCCI cohorts for fall 2020 are designed for White leaders shaped by the evangelical tradition, and aim to create a space where they can come together to learn and do the self-work needed to engage issues related to race more effectively. RCCI understands leadership broadly and welcomes formal…
Find out more »Sheila Wise Rowe Speaks on Racial Trauma and Healing
Synergist Women Welcomes Sheila Wise Rowe Join us for this special women's meeting as we welcome author and speaker Sheila Wise Rowe. Registrations are through EventBrite as Zoom link will be sent to all registrants prior to event. Click on the event website link to register for this virtual event. This event is FREE. 40% off the book by using TRUTH20 direct through the publisher, Intervarsity Press, http://www.ivpress.com
Find out more »Perspectives on the World Christian Movement – Fall Virtual Classes
Perspectives is a profound 15-week journey that is taught across the nation and around the world. Perspectives will thread you so deeply into God’s story that it might just change your life. The class can be taken for undergraduate or graduate credit. It can also be taken for certificate or key reading. The class is being offered virtually on Friday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30pm from Friday, Aug 28 until December 18. Please spread the word and invite people in…
Find out more »September 2020
Love Boston: UniteBoston’s Virtual Concert & Viewing Parties
Amidst the challenges of today’s public health crisis and racial injustices, local Christian artists are uniting for a one-night only virtual concert experience. Representing hip-hop, worship, soul, and gospel genres, Boston’s top Christian artists are rising up to share original artistic responses to the challenges we are facing as a city and nation. In this virtual concert, they will challenge people to “love thy neighbor,” and inspire us in the action steps we can take forward together in this unprecedented…
Find out more »United We Praise: The Power of God’s Word
Come join us for a time of worship, prayer, encouragement and communal growth through Zoom! Please register by clicking here to have the link emailed to you. Registration ends 9/12 at 6PM!
Find out more »The Prophet Project (online)
Still Small Theatre presents The Prophet Project, a play about the timeless story of God's love for the world, told through the timely words of the ancient Hebrew prophets. On September 18th, join a virtual watch party of the show (filmed summer 2019) and live Q&A with some of the artists involved! The event will be held on YouTube Live, and the show will be available streaming on YouTube until October 3rd. Inspired by the Biblical story of the prophet Hosea and…
Find out more »October 2020
UniteBoston’s Fall Be the Bridge Group
At UniteBoston, we recognize the need to address the sin of racism and the pervasive inequities that persist in our city and nation. We recognize that justice is not peripheral, but intrinsic to the gospel, and Christians should be leading the way in the movement towards racial justice today. UniteBoston is launching a Be the Bridge Zoom group to foster intentional conversation about diversity and racial reconciliation, empowering people to be the bridge between people divided by racial and cultural…
Find out more »Online Free Christian Speed Dating Event – Oct 4th, 7pm
This will be the third online speed dating event of the year! It is a great opportunity to meet 7-10 Christian singles you may want to date in a comfortable, safe and godly setting. Due to the popularity of this event and limited spots, the below link is for the interest list. You will be notified by Wednesday Sept 30th if you have a confirmed spot for the Sunday Oct 4th event. People are given final invites to the event…
Find out more »POSTPONED – BostonPray: Codman Square
UPDATE: We have had to postpone this event due to the rainy forecast for Friday; stay tuned on UniteBoston's newsletter and social media to see when it will be rescheduled. Early this year, churches representing a variety of traditions across the region came together to pray collectively for racial justice in our city. That moment of unity and prayer around our city’s past and potential has transformed into a movement to organize and pray for our city at the community…
Find out more »October Thrive and Grow Gathering for Christian Business Owners
Join us for a morning of prayer, devotions, and sharing. We'll have time for discussion and reflection, with the opportunity for each person to share about challenges affecting their business in order to receive and give advice. Featured Entrepreneur: This month we have the privilege of hearing from Christine Rose, owner of Imani Massage and co-owner of Four Corners Yoga and Wellness. Christine will share about her process of shifting careers and launching a massage business, and then creating a partnership…
Find out more »Matt Maher ‘A Little Help From Our Friends’ Benefit Concert
About this Event An uplifting 60 minute virtual event including music, charity/organization presentations and Q&A with the artist. A BENEFIT FOR: FOOD FOR THE HUNGRY & SOULFEST FOOD FOR THE HUNGRY Food for the Hungry seeks to end ALL forms of human poverty by going to the hard places and walking with the world’s most vulnerable people. We’ve been serving through purposeful relief and development for over four decades. We believe in the fight against poverty, which is why we…
Find out more »“Facing Our Racism: Becoming Conscious Partners” workshops on ZOOM
The killing of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor galvanized White people to become “conscious partners” with our Black sisters and brothers to end racism. Crucial to this new understanding and awareness is the formation of genuine, open, truthful relationships between Black and White community members. You are invited to take part in a “Facing Our Racism: Becoming Conscious Partners" workshop which analyzes the systemic, institutional, policy, and power-driven persecution and discrimination against Black Americans since the very beginning of slavery. Two…
Find out more »November 2020
Reading Augustine in a Time of Crisis
Join us for a conversation with three interpreters of St. Augustine as they engage the questions posed by the multiple challenges of 2020. How can Augustine’s pastoral response to the sack of Rome speak to the fear and anxiety from the global pandemic? What political idolatry of today might Augustine diagnose? How might Augustine’s understanding of “exile” connect to the experiences of minority communities in the United States? How can Augustine’s thought be a bridge between different Christian traditions? Panelists:…
Find out more »December 2020
Being Prepared In the Time of COVID-19
Dear Colleagues, I pray that my email finds you, your family and your congregations well. Ministry in the midst of COVID-19 has been challenging. We can't control how this pandemic pans out, but we can control who speaks for us if we’re unable to speak for ourselves and we can make sure they know what matters most to us. "Being Prepared in the Time of COVID-19" is led by Bethel's Planning Ahead ministry and will equip you to help your congregants prepare for these critical conversations…
Find out more »Why Black Lives Matter: A Discussion on how Christians Address Race in America
Headlines change. Questions of race and justice persist. How then should Christians—of any ethnicity—think about them, in order to act rightly? What does the Bible say on these matters? What are the prospects? Where do we go from here? Our speaker will be Dr. Anthony Bradley, Professor of Religious Studies at The King's College in New York City and serves as a Research Fellow at the Acton Institute. Saturday, December 12 | 9:00am - 11:00am ET | Online event Click…
Find out more »January 2021
Fratelli Tutti – Everyone is Connected: Brothers and Sisters, All
Sunday, January 3, 2021, 4 - 5:30pm Online via Zoom (Registration ends at 3pm on the day of, and the Zoom link will be sent right after that) Fr. Tom Ryan of the Paulist Center will deliver remarks on Pope Francis' encyclical, Fratelli Tutti, reflecting on how we can all live out the call to fraternity, social friendship, and solidarity. We could not think of a more fitting way to begin the new year. Father Tom Ryan is also a…
Find out more »Discover Public Church
Public Church Boston is a new church plant starting in Fenway/Kenmore. In this event we will talk about our mission, vision, and values; Public Coffee Co, our ministries/discipleship Pathway. If you don't have a home church in Boston yet we'd love for you to join us! Text 'welcome2public' to 94000 for the Zoom link.
Find out more »February 2021
Uncomfortable Conversations: Let’s talk about housing injustice
What does justice mean when it comes to housing? We will listen to our panelists share their experience and expertise and consider together questions about the intersection of other justice issues, the reality and perception of scarcity and how we can be engaged in our own communities to bring about a just system of housing. Join us live on Facebook! Check out the Facebook Event here.
Find out more »Valentine’s Day and the call to singleness
Instead of rom-coms, Hallmark, and broken hearts, for once... What if... … the church honored the biblical call to singleness for the sake of Christ’s kingdom, and didn’t treat singles as “less-than”? … Christians smashed their idols of romance and “marital bliss”? … the Lord redeemed Valentine’s Day for you, as an occasion of devotion to God and neighbor? Join a conversation with Pieter Valk, author of “The Case for Vocational Singleness,” for a re-envisioning of vocational singleness, discernment, and Christian family.…
Find out more »Social Media Revivalists
Hey Boston! This week a new show called "Social Media Revivalists" was released on YouTube and all podcast streaming services. There is a movement of God happening and this show shares stories of how Christians online are bringing real world revival. Check it out today to hear what's going on and how we can all take part in the new wave of revival online. In Episode 1, Henrik Hoeldtke shares his story and incredible journey of seeing God use him…
Find out more »March 2021
Lament & Solidarity – AAPI Racism Prayer Meeting
Join us for a prayer time to lament anti-Asian racism and violence, and build solidarity across racial lines. Concludes with communion and blessings over Asian Americans by local pastors. Please bring bread/cracker and drink to participate in communion. In partnership with Pentecostal Tabernacle, Kingdom Empowerment Center, & Reality Boston - Website here PRAYER MEETING INFO: Monday March 22, 8:00 to 9:30pm Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 842 1942 3578 One tap mobile +13126266799,,84219423578# US (Chicago) +16465588656,,84219423578# US (New York) Dial…
Find out more »Uncomfortable Conversations: Let’s talk about Racism Again
This summer we began our Uncomfortable Conversation series with a discussion about racism and discrimination and the work of being and becoming anti-racist. Join us as our panelists return to talk about how they have seen this work done, not done and undone. Engage with us as we consider together what building a racially just world entails in our families, communities and churches. For more details and to let us know you'll be joining, go the Facebook event page here.
Find out more »April 2021
Be the Bridge For Boston Part 3: Incarceration & Restorative Justice
Join for a presentation and discussion on the Church's role in restorative justice & creating a restorative approach for returning citizens This spring, UniteBoston is hosting a 5-part speaker series to help people understand various initiatives that are happening in Greater Boston towards systemic racial justice and nurture friendships across churches for accountability and support in actively working towards reconciliation, equity, and justice in our day-to-day lives. In this third session, Craig Parker and Mako Nagasawa will be presenting on re-thinking…
Find out more »BMA TenPoint: Good Friday Service
Are you looking for a virtual Good Friday Service to attend? Tune for the Black Ministerial Alliance Ten Point service happening on Friday, April 2nd at 12 pm. A group of local preachers from Boston will be tag-teaming to preach on the seven last words of Jesus! This is a free event that is available to anyone. More info: BMAtenpoint.org/good-friday
Find out more »Refining Fire – EGC Virtual Concert and Fundraiser
The Emmanuel Gospel Center Fundraiser will be an online concert and fundraiser event, shown via an hour-long video production. This will consist of music videos, EGC program content, and other voices from the city. The theme for this year is Refining Fire. The inspiration behind this theme is to recognize that the past year has been filled with trials and tribulations, and we all have been affected both as a community and in our personal lives. Our hope is that these…
Find out more »May 2021
Black Christians & Philanthropy
I write as the executive director of the Institute for the Study of the Black Christian Experience at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary to share one of our forthcoming events in hope that you might add it to your schedule of events. Our ISBCE Dialogues "is a monthly series of informative, captivating, and educational dialogues with national & international thought leaders on relevant topics impacting the global Church and the Black Christian Experience.” These Dialogues are 100% FREE and 100% VIRTUAL. These events are…
Find out more »June 2021
Stephanie Marson in 3 Acts
The Vibe Coffeehouse presents: Stephanie Marson in 3 Acts Actress, Playwright, Theatre Arts Teacher Saturday, June 12th at 6-8pm on Zoom Join us for an evening of drama, laughter and enjoy fun activities. A virtual performance on Zoom. RSVP and get link today. The Vibe Coffeehouse showcases Christian artists of all genres. About our featured guest: Stephanie Marson, EdD, is currently a Theatre Arts Teacher, a member of Our Place Theater and attends the church Light of the World Empowerment…
Find out more »June Thrive and Grow Gathering
Join us on June 19 at 10am for our next monthly gathering! Join us for a morning of discussion and prayer with fellow entrepreneurs. As the country celebrates Juneteenth, the day that commemorates the freeing of slaves in Texas in 1865, we'll have the opportunity to again be joined by Tonia Magras, founder of Hull Bay Productions media company. Since she joined us two years ago, Tonia has expanded her business, launched a show online and helped churches and other companies adjust to…
Find out more »2021 CAPP Annual Convergence
Join us for this year's 2021 CAPP Annual Convergence: Shaping The Future: Rebuild, Restore, Renew. This year we are going 100% virtual with workshops, worship and a keynote address by Dr. Sharon Nesbitt. Dr. Nesbitt is the founding Pastor of Dominion World Outreach Ministries, a multi-racial, non-denominational ministry, located in Marion, AR. She is a coveted spiritual leader, philanthropist, author and humanitarian. The Convergence will take place on Saturday, June 26th from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST. Virtual Attendee…
Find out more »July 2021
Open Hearts, Closed Doors Webinar
Join us on July 20, 2021 at 5:00pm (PST) | 8:00pm (EST) for a special book launch webinar with Dr. Nicolas Pruitt and his new book, "Open Doors, Closed Doors: Immigration Reform and the Waning of Mainline Protestantism." If you would like to attend the webinar, RSVP to MygrationChristianConference@gmail.com. Come and learn about how mainline protestant Churches played an important historical role in the fostering of immigration reform from the 1920's to the 1960's, and the lessons to be learned…
Find out more »September 2021
Monthly Christian Singles Events, 20’s, 30’s & 40’s
From monthly in-person hang-outs...to bi-weekly Zoom game nights & conversations with Christian singles throughout Greater Boston...and other special events, come out and be a part of Christian Single Volunteers - Boston / Single Socials! We have bi-weekly meetups on Zoom on the second & fourth Thursday evenings of each month from 8:00pm-9:30pm. We also have monthly in-person meet-ups where we have fun raising money for local Charities. For more information, click here or email Rebekah at singlesocialsboston@gmail.com
Find out more »October 2021
Uncomfortable Conversations: Let’s talk about Slavery and Trafficking
Did you know that there are more people held in slavery today than at any other point in human history? Did you know that people are trafficked right here in Massachusetts? Probably in your hometown? Join us, online, Monday (7-8pm) to hear from four women engaged in the work of advocating for people trapped in systems that would commodify them, connecting with those trapped in those systems and working to create a different world and learn how you can participate…
Find out more »February 2022
The Premiere of Old North
Join us to celebrate the virtual premiere of Old North, the film culminating a year-long creative residency at Old North Church with the National Parks Service. Many of you have heard me share the updates about this project along the way for over 3 years now! Here’s to everyone who has persevered through a long term, labor of love project. I share this moment with you! About the film: Inspired by the architecture, history, and community of Boston’s oldest church known for…
Find out more »March 2022
PEER Servants Concert for Global Empowerment
Great Music, Poetry, Dance. Inspiring Stories. All FREE. Zooming to You! If you love the arts (global music, poetry, dance, artwork, etc.), inspiring stories of what people just like you are doing to make a difference around the world, and gathering with global family members that share your passion, you HAVE to come to our Concert for Global Empowerment! The Concert is an opportunity for you to enjoy the arts while exploring becoming part of PEER Servants global volunteer community.…
Find out more »Sharing the Afghan Refugee Experience: Voices, Culture & Cuisine
Learn about the local Afghan refugee experience through engaging conversations and authentic Afghan cooking demonstration. Compassion in Action Conversation Be Inspired - Explore Afghan Food & Culture - Make a Difference Let’s come together to: Have interactive dialog with people affected by and interested in Afghan resettlement in Metrowest and Greater Boston. Connect with other curious and compassionate neighbors who want to make a difference. Support Hospitality Common’s mission to serve and support immigrant and refugee families while building bridges…
Find out more »April 2022
Uncomfortable Conversations: Let’s Talk About Mass Incarceration
Join the Boston Faith & Justice Network this Wednesday night. We are in the middle of our series on Mass Incarceration and are looking forward to focusing on Reentry with this panel. Our panelists, with their expertise and experience, will help us consider the many barriers returning citizens face when they return to their communities after a period of incarceration. Learn with us and find ways you can engage with this issue which affects so many individuals, families and communities.…
Find out more »Trauma Healing Information Session for Leaders
Today’s news is full of trauma - War in Ukraine, COVID-19, fear of sickness and death; racial tension, protests, and the ongoing struggle for justice; rampant unemployment, the opiod crisis, political division and hostility and so much more. Trauma is any deep wound in the mind and heart. It can affect anyone, and can take a long time to heal. Trauma knows no boundaries of nationality, gender, age, social class, or race. We live in a fallen world and groan…
Find out more »July 2022
Mygration Christian Conference 2022
Join us for our 4th annual Mygration Christian Conference! This year's theme is: A Theological Vision for the People of God, based on the new book, The Church and Migration. Come and explore a theological vision for migration from the authors, and hear from our Keynote Speaker, Dr. Alexia Salvatierra, Dean of the Centro Latino at Fuller Theological Seminary. We are also honored to be joined by Yonathan Moya, Executive Director of Border Perspective. Registration is free, and donations are…
Find out more »August 2022
Uncomfortable Conversations: Let’s talk about gun violence
"We are in a state of emergency in America. Gun violence occupies the headlines of every news outlet. It is such a polarizing subject, with pro-gun advocates placed against those who chose gun control. No matter on what side you find yourself, we have to agree we must do something to prevent gun violence in our country. The church especially!" - Dr. Roger A. Mitchell Jr. - Did you know that in 2020, gun violence resulted in more than 45,000…
Find out more »November 2022
Worship and Workout with NIKKI
Your health is your wealth and God wants us well from the inside out; while living a balanced life in Christ; Spirit, Soul, Mind, and Body. If you're a woman who is interested in learning more and would like to register for upcoming online Zoom classes in November and December 2022; please go whyimoveliturgicaldance.com. Come join Nikki West, Independent Certified Revelation Wellness Fitness Instructor and Facilitator who desires to teach you through the word, worship, workout, dance and wellness.
Find out more »Advent Conspiracy Book Group
As we enter the busy holiday season BFJN is gathering together to read the Advent Conspiracy. This amazing book calls Jesus followers to substitute compassion for consumption and invites us to cultivate countercultural practices. Together we will consider these practices, encourage one another and seek to center Jesus and his call on our lives this Christmas. Join us! We will send the first 20 participants a free copy of the Advent Conspiracy book and we will meet together via Zoom…
Find out more »February 2023
PRAISE DANCE ” Garment Study” Online Course
Liturgical Dancer, let's go deeper into the mantle that you wear. Join me for, "Garment Study- From the Inside Out", an 8 week online intensive course designed for glory carriers like you! Women of God, flourish in the kingdom of God with confidence by gaining, revelation on the use, power, and purpose of your Inner and outer garments. Your garment is so much more than clothing, it is an assignment! What can you expect from Garment Study - From the…
Find out more »July 2023
Sports as Sacred Activity
Boston University's School of Theology is offering a mini-course entitled "Sports as Sacred Activity" as part of their online lifelong learning offerings. In the busiest cities and in the smallest of towns across America, there are two entities you can always find— a church and some form of recreation; a basketball court, soccer field, or baseball diamond. Together, sports and religion can lead to important questions about embodiment, teamwork, competition, and play. Over the course of 3 weeks, this spirituality group will…
Find out more »September 2023
GARMENT STUDY ONLINE COURSE
What can you expect from Garment Study - From the Inside Out? * 8 weeks of Intensive study for women on priestly garments from the Old and New Testament guided by Minister Nikki * Gain six keys to why we wear praise dance garments today that will help you actively cultivate the kingdom *Copy of my eBook "Garment of Praise A Beginners Guide" (Required reading for this course) *Topics with Interactive discussion, practical tips, strategies and so much more This…
Find out more »RE-MEMBERING BLACK ATHLETES & FAITH
The Black Sports Ministry Network is hosting their second online event as part of an on-going series entitled Re-Membering Black Athletes & Faith! This event will discuss the rise of Black professional athletes, and the connection between church and the growth of basketball. Speakers include Dr. Louis Moore, Dr. Onaje Woodbine, and WNBA Chaplain Cerise Barton. Join us on September 11th at 8:00 pm EDT on Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pc-yprzksEtZwvuYPePfMetc1jx7x5YvG If you have any questions, please reach out to Blacksportsministrynetwork@gmail.com!
Find out more »October 2023
Soul Care Cohort
WOW! Soul Care cohorts are a geographically accessible, financially affordable ministry care program designed for ministry, community, and organizational leaders that can be attended and sustained within their regular rhythm of ministry and life. We envision these gathering times to be a communal soul sabbath, where participants will be led through contemplative exercises and introduced to group spiritual direction, giving space for each individual to listen and pay attention to how God would like to minister to and care for…
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