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!

Kids Sunday Enrichment

Join 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.

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Worship Celebration | November 19th | 11:45 am

East End Temple 245 E 17th St, New York

Sermon by Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis &  Jay Hulme 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! Because the CDC and the WHO have declared COVID is no longer a global threat, worship is now mask-optional. Read more about our […]

Virtual Chat & Chew

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.

Village Chorus for Children & Youth

The Village Chorus for Children and Youth explores a diverse repertoire from many cultures. Children learn the basic elements of vocal production, sing in various languages, and offer soul stirring music. There is no cost to participate but children should have a love for music, a strong desire to learn, and the ability to read. […]

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Children’s Multicultural Book Fair

East End Temple 245 E 17th St, New York

One of our most anticipated annual events is back for its SEVENTH year!We care deeply about putting diverse authors and books into the hands and bookshelves of children. We know that by centering narratives that explore the multiple races, faiths, gender identities, and sexual orientations of our city, we help to spread love, compassion, and […]

Butterfly Outreach Ministry

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

Announcement: April 2 Season Opener for Butterfly Outreach Ministry! If there any Middle members would like to join us, we welcome you!  We will meet on Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm in Tompkins Square Park Corner at 9th Street and Ave B. *Please bring 5 or more homemade lunches consisting of: a […]

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Online Worship Celebration | November 19th | 3:00 pm

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Sermon by Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis and Jay Hulme In case you missed the news, every Sunday we will now have: 11:45 a.m. ET: Hybrid Worship Celebration (In-Person at East End Temple and Online) 3:00 p.m. ET (12:00 a.m. PT): Online Worship Celebration, Premiered on YouTube If you’re interested in another worshipful opportunity, consider joining […]

Young Adults

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. We meet monthly on Zoom on […]