Events Calendar

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!

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Palm Sunday: A People’s Procession for Justice

Washington Square Park Washington Square Park, New York

Join Middle, First Presbyterian Church in Manhattan and the Kairos Center for a march that takes Palm Sunday back to its roots: a public demonstration against empire. Join members of our community and our neighbors as we proclaim the the reign of Jesus against the rule of Caesar. We'll gather in Washington Square Park at […]

Kids Enrichment

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.

Bible in the Middle

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.  Contact Rev Catherine Torpey for more information. To RSVP and receive Zoom call information, click here.

Voter Reform Group

A strong democracy depends on civic engagement and a commitment to pluralism. We come together every other week to learn, discuss, and share our individual perspectives on elections and political issues affecting our communities and nation. Importantly, we use this group to take action. We register new voters and mobilize voters for every election. We […]

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Worship Celebration | Palm Sunday | April 2

East End Temple 245 E 17th St, New York

Sermon: "Palms and Circumstance," by Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis Click here to see the worship bulletin! Join us in-person at East End Temple (245 E 17th St, New York, NY 10003) or online on Facebook, YouTube or our homepage for our worship celebration! If you plan to join us in-person, you must wear a mask. Read more about our updated […]

Village Chorus for Children & Youth

The Village Chorus for Children and Youth is part of the Freedom Summer program and meets in person every Sunday from 1pm-2:00pm.   We also have a Zoom option available.  It is unique in that it welcomes children starting at the age of 5 and goes all the way up to 18 (senior in High […]

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Creative Writing Workshop for Kids

Young people are invited to join youth Imani Passley for a class that will teach attendees how to write descriptively. How to show, not tell. For example, instead of "her hair was yellow," you’d want to write something like, "her hair was as golden as the radiant sun." In this fun workshop for youth, by […]

Butterfly Outreach Ministry

Tompkins Square Park E 10th St, New York, NY 10009, New York

Announcement: April 2 Season Opener for Butterfly Outreach Ministry! We are calling on all volunteers to make a difference for our food insecure neighbors in the Lower East Side. Due to the December 2020 fire that destroyed Middle’s building, Butterfly Outreach Ministry (BOM) is without a kitchen and relies on committed volunteers to keep a […]