Church isn't a building with four walls, it's the wondrous vibrant community that carries God's love wherever it's needed. Every week, we offer fabulous ways to connect in community, care and fun! And almost all our events have a virtual component, so wherever you live, you can call Middle home. Look through the calendar below and join whatever sparks joy!
Come to class and be prepared to move. Bring loose clothes and yoga mats. Work on scenes, monologues, dance, and music to help build your own one-person show. Led by Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the class is held online. For Zoom call information, RSVP here.
Join the Middle ministers for a rotating Advent series, using Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis' new book Fierce Love as an Advent text to pair with traditional devotional Scriptures. In her book, Rev. Lewis talks about how love begins with true love for oneself, then gradually expands to include love for your posse and the entire world. […]
We are partnering with Trinity's Services and Food for the Homeless to distribute warm clothing to anyone in need during the month of December! Bring your gently used jackets and coat to Calvary Parish during worship December 12th & 19th. If you'd like to volunteer to distribute or sort coats, email Rev. Amanda Hambrick Ashcraft. […]
Join Rev. Jacqui Lewis, Ph.D. for a moment of love and prayer to start your day. Bring whatever you're carrying and we'll hold it together. Click here to register and receive Zoom information!
Ukulele beginners gather for fun and instruction! This group gathers on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we gather on Zoom. In December, come learn how to play your favorite Christmas carols for some holiday joy! Click here to RSVP and Receive the Zoom Link
Join other seniors for conversations about how we are doing in the wake of COVID-19, and to share community! Due to the pandemic, this group meets online. New Adventures is a wonderful space for making new friends and trying new adventures. Members have had wide-ranging conversations about civil rights history, sang carols, tried chair yoga, collages […]
Participants meet weekly in a supportive, creative, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections as they work to express the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. Click here to register and receive […]
All are welcome to attend Thursday rehearsals and join this volunteer, no-audition required choir. Due to COVID-19, this group now meets over Zoom. For more information, contact John Del Cueto. Click here to learn more about the Jerriese Johnson Gospel Choir!
If you plan to worship in-person, please read these policies to learn how we’re trying to keep everyone healthy and safe! Click here to see the worship bulletin! Scripture: Luke […]
Many of us learned about the fire the moment we awoke. On the one-year anniversary, Katrina Monzón will hold a virtual space for anyone who would like to gather together, see one another's faces, and offer a prayer for rising. Click here to join the Zoom meeting.
Explore scripture through the lens of Love. Period. Clergy and lay teachers create a safe space for asking the questions in our hearts, and seeking answers for a life of faith today. Join lively conversations exploring scripture for deeper meaning! Together, we dig into the historical context, consult theological interpretations, and learn from one another. […]
Come to class and be prepared to move. Bring loose clothes and yoga mats. Work on scenes, monologues, dance, and music to help build your own one-person show. Led by […]
This group examines Middle's own history of indigenous exploitation and Black enslavement, to help us think about how we can use the resources generated by white supremacy—from which we still benefit—to create a more just world. To create continuity in this work, the group is currently closed, but if you'd like to join at the […]
Join the Middle ministers for a rotating Advent series, using Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis' new book Fierce Love as an Advent text to pair with traditional devotional Scriptures. In her book, Rev. Lewis talks about how love begins with true love for oneself, then gradually expands to include love for your posse and the entire world. […]
Join Rev. Jacqui Lewis, Ph.D. for a moment of love and prayer to start your day. Bring whatever you're carrying and we'll hold it together. Click here to register and receive Zoom information!
Our spanish language social club! Through monthly discussion, lectures, food, film and art, we’ll explore our collective voice on the issues facing our Latinx community. ¡Ven como tú eres! (Come as you are! All levels are welcome.) Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. In December, join us for a fabulous Christmas party! […]
Queer Black Men in the Middle redefines the intersectionality of Black gay spirituality and experience. Our mission is to unconditionally love, affirm and support queer Black men through honest dialogue and thought-provoking content that creates and renews our commitment to ourselves and to our community. For more information, please email Queer Black Men at queerblackmeninthemiddle@gmail.com.
Join other seniors for conversations about how we are doing in the wake of COVID-19, and to share community! Due to the pandemic, this group meets online. New Adventures is a wonderful space for making new friends and trying new adventures. Members have had wide-ranging conversations about civil rights history, sang carols, tried chair yoga, collages […]
Join other 20- and 30-somethings to engage the connections between real life, faith, and justice. Together, we talk about faith, politics, leadership, sex and gender, creativity, collective struggles—whatever topics are resonating in our communities. Share stories, ask questions, or wrestle with career and relationships in a safe and supportive space. Sundays: Click here to register […]
Participants meet weekly in a supportive, creative, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections as they work to express the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. Click here to register and receive […]
If you plan to worship in-person, please read these policies to learn how we’re trying to keep everyone healthy and safe! Sermon: Rev. Amanda Hambrick Ashcraft Our worship is a […]
Need some joy? Join LGBTQIA+ family in sharing holiday songs, stories and traditions. Queer Black Men in the Middle and Middle Out Loud are dedicating this fabulous party to our wondrous friend Charles Brown, who we know will be there with us in spirit. Come for live music, audacious readings and full-body laughter. It's a […]
Explore scripture through the lens of Love. Period. Clergy and lay teachers create a safe space for asking the questions in our hearts, and seeking answers for a life of faith today. Join lively conversations exploring scripture for deeper meaning! Together, we dig into the historical context, consult theological interpretations, and learn from one another. […]
Come to class and be prepared to move. Bring loose clothes and yoga mats. Work on scenes, monologues, dance, and music to help build your own one-person show. Led by Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the class is held online. For Zoom call information, RSVP here.
Join the Middle ministers for a rotating Advent series, using Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis' new book Fierce Love as an Advent text to pair with traditional devotional Scriptures. In her book, Rev. Lewis talks about how love begins with true love for oneself, then gradually expands to include love for your posse and the entire world. […]
Click here to buy tickets! We live in a world of economic extremes: American billionaires added more than $1 trillion in wealth throughout the pandemic, while millions of families now […]
Join Rev. Jacqui Lewis, Ph.D. for a moment of love and prayer to start your day. Bring whatever you're carrying and we'll hold it together. Click here to register and receive Zoom information!
Ukulele beginners gather for fun and instruction! This group gathers on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we gather on Zoom. In December, come learn how to play your favorite Christmas carols for some holiday joy! Click here to RSVP and Receive the Zoom Link
Join other seniors for conversations about how we are doing in the wake of COVID-19, and to share community! Due to the pandemic, this group meets online. New Adventures is a wonderful space for making new friends and trying new adventures. Members have had wide-ranging conversations about civil rights history, sang carols, tried chair yoga, collages […]
Participants meet weekly in a supportive, creative, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections as they work to express the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. Click here to register and receive […]
All are welcome to attend Thursday rehearsals and join this volunteer, no-audition required choir. Due to COVID-19, this group now meets over Zoom. For more information, contact John Del Cueto. Click here to learn more about the Jerriese Johnson Gospel Choir!
Join your Middle family for festival caroling and an opportunity to distribute hats, gloves, socks and sandwiches to folks who need them. Meet us at Peter Cooper Square (behind Cooper Union, between 3rd and 4th Ave. and 6th and 7th Street)! We'll gather there and get ready to carol, and then sing our way down […]
In worship on Sunday, December 19, we'll host our annual children's Christmas pageant! There's nothing more beautiful than letting the youngest members of our community lead us all in proclaiming the story of Jesus' birth. So mark your calendars!! And if your child would like to participate, or you'd like to help volunteer, please email […]
If you plan to worship in-person, please read these policies to learn how we’re trying to keep everyone healthy and safe! Sermon: Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis Our worship is a celebration that encourages a more-than-Sunday-morning faith! And we're so overjoyed to again offer both in-person and virtual celebrations. You can worship with us in person at […]
Explore scripture through the lens of Love. Period. Clergy and lay teachers create a safe space for asking the questions in our hearts, and seeking answers for a life of faith today. Join lively conversations exploring scripture for deeper meaning! Together, we dig into the historical context, consult theological interpretations, and learn from one another. […]
Come to class and be prepared to move. Bring loose clothes and yoga mats. Work on scenes, monologues, dance, and music to help build your own one-person show. Led by Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the class is held online. For Zoom call information, RSVP here.
Join the Middle ministers for a rotating Advent series, using Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis' new book Fierce Love as an Advent text to pair with traditional devotional Scriptures. In her book, Rev. Lewis talks about how love begins with true love for oneself, then gradually expands to include love for your posse and the entire world. […]
Join Rev. Jacqui Lewis, Ph.D. for a moment of love and prayer to start your day. Bring whatever you're carrying and we'll hold it together. Click here to register and receive Zoom information!
Queer Black Men in the Middle redefines the intersectionality of Black gay spirituality and experience. Our mission is to unconditionally love, affirm and support queer Black men through honest dialogue and thought-provoking content that creates and renews our commitment to ourselves and to our community. For more information, please email Queer Black Men at queerblackmeninthemiddle@gmail.com.
Join other seniors for conversations about how we are doing in the wake of COVID-19, and to share community! Due to the pandemic, this group meets online. New Adventures is a wonderful space for making new friends and trying new adventures. Members have had wide-ranging conversations about civil rights history, sang carols, tried chair yoga, collages […]
Participants meet weekly in a supportive, creative, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections as they work to express the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. Click here to register and receive […]
All are welcome to attend Thursday rehearsals and join this volunteer, no-audition required choir. Due to COVID-19, this group now meets over Zoom. For more information, contact John Del Cueto. Click here to learn more about the Jerriese Johnson Gospel Choir!
If you plan to worship in-person, please read these policies to learn how we’re trying to keep everyone healthy and safe! Sermon: Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis Our worship is a celebration that encourages a more-than-Sunday-morning faith! And we're so overjoyed to again offer both in-person and virtual celebrations. For Christmas Eve, we will worship in-person at Marble […]
If you plan to worship in-person, please read these policies to learn how we’re trying to keep everyone healthy and safe! Sermon: Rev. Benjamin Perry Our worship is a celebration that encourages a more-than-Sunday-morning faith! And we're so overjoyed to again offer both in-person and virtual celebrations. You can worship with us in person at our […]
Explore scripture through the lens of Love. Period. Clergy and lay teachers create a safe space for asking the questions in our hearts, and seeking answers for a life of faith today. Join lively conversations exploring scripture for deeper meaning! Together, we dig into the historical context, consult theological interpretations, and learn from one another. […]
Join Ms. Alesha for an interactive education & faith related lesson. Geared for ages Pre-K-5th Grade, though all are welcome! For Zoom call information, click here to RSVP.
Come to class and be prepared to move. Bring loose clothes and yoga mats. Work on scenes, monologues, dance, and music to help build your own one-person show. Led by Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the class is held online. For Zoom call information, RSVP here.
Join Rev. Jacqui Lewis, Ph.D. for a moment of love and prayer to start your day. Bring whatever you're carrying and we'll hold it together. Click here to register and receive Zoom information!
Join other seniors for conversations about how we are doing in the wake of COVID-19, and to share community! Due to the pandemic, this group meets online. New Adventures is a wonderful space for making new friends and trying new adventures. Members have had wide-ranging conversations about civil rights history, sang carols, tried chair yoga, collages […]
Participants meet weekly in a supportive, creative, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections as they work to express the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. Click here to register and receive […]
All are welcome to attend Thursday rehearsals and join this volunteer, no-audition required choir. Due to COVID-19, this group now meets over Zoom. For more information, contact John Del Cueto. Click here to learn more about the Jerriese Johnson Gospel Choir!
If you plan to worship in-person, please read these policies to learn how we’re trying to keep everyone healthy and safe! Sermon: Rev. Darrell Hamilton II Our worship encourages a more-than-Sunday-morning faith! This New Year's Eve, we invite you to an intimate virtual celebration of stirring preaching and beautiful jazz. Start the New Year in […]
Explore scripture through the lens of Love. Period. Clergy and lay teachers create a safe space for asking the questions in our hearts, and seeking answers for a life of faith today. Join lively conversations exploring scripture for deeper meaning! Together, we dig into the historical context, consult theological interpretations, and learn from one another. […]
Join Ms. Alesha for an interactive education & faith related lesson. Geared for ages Pre-K-5th Grade, though all are welcome! For Zoom call information, click here to RSVP.
Join our ministry team and congregation directly after service in a virtual meet-up to discuss the sermon and be in community! Click here to RSVP and receive the Zoom link.
