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SUMMARY:Acting Class - Hybrid
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor Zoom call information\, RSVP here.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/acting-class-2-3-4-4/
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T180159Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Connections
DESCRIPTION:Join others in the LGBTQIA2S+ community to engage in restorative justice\, community building\, and discussion at the intersections of queerness and faith. Facilitated by Elise Tiralli & Angela Martenez. This group meets monthly on Zoom with quarterly in-person collaborations with Queer Black Men and other queer groups. \nJoin Us!
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/queer-connections-5-2/2026-06-15/
CATEGORIES:LGBTQIA+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T184500
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SUMMARY:Alcoholics Anonymous
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/aa-2/2026-06-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260322T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164416Z
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SUMMARY:Praying Dangerously
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Natalie on Zoom for this powerful exploration and practice of prayer\, Tuesdays at 7:30 pm ET. We will read one chapter per week. Please come to the first meeting having read chapter 1. \nFrom Barnes & Noble: \nPraying Dangerously instructs us that we can grow up spiritually\, leaving behind a childish relationship to prayer as a superstitious ritual or mere plea for favors. It encourages readers to recognize the difference between prayer that asks only for reassurance\, and prayer that asks for the Ultimate\, and stands for transformation. “We can cease being ‘victims’ of God’s Will\, while at the same time embracing genuine surrender and reliance on the irrefutable power of love\,” says author and retreat leader Regina Sara Ryan. \nThe insecurities of our times draw us inward or back to our churches. In prayer groups and retreats of all kinds we are looking for comfort and consolation\, for spiritual direction\, or for answers to the eternal questions that have always challenged humanity. This book is a valued contribution in that search. This 10th anniversary edition is fully revised\, with several completely new chapters including: “The High Cost of Forgiveness”-a subject that challenges everyone-and “Praying on the Subway\,” about how our generally busy and often chaotic lives can provide us with a constant impetus for blessing others. \n  \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/praying-dangerously/2026-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T083000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260106T165737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T183438Z
UID:10003081-1781683200-1781685000@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Pray to Rise
DESCRIPTION:Join Middle Clergy every Wednesday on Zoom for a moment of love and prayer to start your day. Bring whatever you’re carrying and we’ll hold it together. \nClick here to register and receive Zoom information! \nFor more information\, email middleinfo@middlechurch.org
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/pray-to-rise-2-6-2-2/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Care,Online,Prayer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260519T183213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T181311Z
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SUMMARY:Sound Healing Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays6:30-8:30 PMParlor @ Middle Church \nThere is a new exciting series at Middle Church where music\, frequency\, tone\, healing\, and mind meet “in the Middle”. It’s Sound Healing Sanctuary and it features artists\, ensembles\, instruments that focus on healing music and sound healing while also honoring indigenous legacies. A home for sound and music healing in NYC\, right here at Middle Church with many participatory events! Stay tuned for announcements of upcoming Wednesday evening sessions by emailing kevinmbira@hotmail.com to get on the mailing list or to RSVP\, or follow “One Love Roots NYC” on facebook.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/sound-healing-sanctuary/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Justice,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260329T170051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T153516Z
UID:10003986-1781722800-1781726400@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:New Membership Gathering - Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about joining Middle Church or ready to take the next step in your spiritual journey? Our New Members Gathering is a chance to connect with others who are exploring membership\, learn more about what makes Middle Church unique\, and discover how you can bring your gifts to this movement of fierce love and justice. \nWhether you’re new to faith\, returning after time away\, or looking for a community that celebrates diversity and inclusion\, this gathering is for you. Together\, we’ll share stories\, explore our mission\, and answer your questions about membership. \nWe can’t wait to meet you and hear your story. Let’s build a world of love\, justice\, and radical inclusion—together. \nJoin here! \n 
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/new-membership-gathering-online-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260202T210009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T210223Z
UID:10002036-1781787600-1781791200@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:New Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Join other seniors for meaningful conversations\, creative activities\, and community building! New Adventures is all about forming friendships and exploring new possibilities. From discussing civil rights history to singing together\, trying chair yoga\, making collages\, or brainstorming fresh ideas\, this group is filled with opportunities for connection and fun. \nMembers also write care cards to Middle members who are grieving\, celebrating\, or in need of support\, extending our community’s love to those who need it most. Designed for retirees\, those between jobs\, or anyone with a free Thursday afternoon\, New Adventures invites you to bring your creativity\, your stories\, and your ideas as we journey together! \nFor Zoom call information\, RSVP here.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/new-adventures-3-2-3/2026-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260202T210039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T210042Z
UID:10001907-1781807400-1781812800@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Creative Writing
DESCRIPTION:Participants meet weekly in a supportive\, creative\, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections while expressing the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. \nClick here to register and receive Zoom information!
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/creative-writing-2-2/2026-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260217T164931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T154746Z
UID:10003222-1781809200-1781814600@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Jerriese Johnson Gospel Choir
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to attend Thursday rehearsals and join this volunteer choir where no audition is necessary. The group meets in person in the 4th floor and also has a Zoom option. For more information\, contact John Del Cueto. \n 
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/jerriese-johnson-gospel-choir-4-3-3/2026-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Art,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T233000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260506T234212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T153834Z
UID:10004099-1781956800-1781998200@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Reclamation Day: A Reunion of Hope
DESCRIPTION:On June 20th\, BLIS Collective is hosting “Reclamation Day: A Reunion ofHope“\, a large-scale\, immersive cultural gathering organized as a direct counter-commemoration of America‘s 250th. \nThis gathering will bring together 50+ artists\, organizers\, and cultural leaders. They will guide participants through three experiential zones: Reclaim\, Repair\, and Reimagine. Reclamation Day will be a self-guided experience featuring art installations\, documentaries\, live murals\, panels\, opening remarks from President Shannon Holsey (Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians)\, Rev. Jacqui Lewis\, and Nkechi Taifa\, as well as a closing performance featuring Mato Wayuhi and Brooklyn’s own\, rap superstar\, Joey Bada$$. \nReclamation Day is our experiment in how art and culture can shift public memory\, deepen solidarity\, and move people from reflection into participation. \nPlease visit the registration page for specific activation times\, more information\, and to secure your ticket today!
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/reclamation-day-a-reunion-of-hope/
CATEGORIES:Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20241126T071722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T161801Z
UID:10004017-1782034200-1782037800@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Outreach Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Here’s how you can assist:\n\n\n\n*Please bring 5 or more homemade lunches consisting of: \n\nSandwich\nFruit\nSoft granola bar/snack\nWater/juice box\nSomething sweet (optional)\nPaper napkin\n\n\n\n*Foods that are easier to chew are popular with many of our neighbors who are food insecure. Soft bread\, applesauce\, mandarins\, etc. \nInclude our branded Middle Church and BOM stickers\, date and the basic ingredients of your sandwich (e.g.\, PB & J\, Turkey & Cheese\, Bagel & Cream Cheese) \n\n\nAdd notes of encouragement on or in each lunch bag: “You are loved” or “Have an awesome day.” \n\n\nSafety Protocols: Remember to wear disposable gloves while assembling lunches.  If you are feeling under the weather\, please do not participate until you’re well again. We also honor the buddy system when distributing in city parks. \nReimbursement: Middle will reimburse all volunteers for BOM purchases. Please keep all receipts from your specific BOM purchases to submit with our easy online form: https://forms.gle/8KU9CLrANqrXSA4o9. We need a receipt for reimbursement. \nThis is a wonderful way to connect with folks at Middle while offering a crucial service to the neighborhood. Please email fellow Butterfly\, Patrick Mulcahy for more information or to sign up.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/butterfly-outreach-ministry/2026-06-21/
CATEGORIES:Care,Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20241126T071154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T180421Z
UID:10003504-1782036000-1782039600@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Voter Reform Group
DESCRIPTION: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 encourage members to become poll workers and monitors\, and to take action on voting rights and other justice issues. We engage in nonpartisan postcard writing campaigns to encourage people to vote and remove any financial barrier so that all citizens can equally participate. Together\, we send thousands of cards and letters and amplify our impact. Join us bi-weekly on Sundays at 10am-11am to mobilize. \nClick here to RSVP and receive Zoom information for our next meeting. \nTo join the team\, contact votingproject@middlechurch.org.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/voter-reform-group/2026-06-21/
CATEGORIES:Justice,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20250430T215119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T175336Z
UID:10001224-1782036000-1782039600@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Bible in the Middle
DESCRIPTION: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 that deepen our understanding and connection to God. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/bible-in-the-middle-copy/2026-06-21/
CATEGORIES:Featured events,Prayer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260112T223750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T223753Z
UID:10002838-1782036000-1782050400@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Just Love Family Programming
DESCRIPTION:Every SundayJust Love Littles | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM | 3rd Floor Children’s RoomFor children ages 6 months through 2nd grade.Join us for community\, play\, and thematic lessons on justice and spirituality. This is a drop-off opportunity for caregivers\, but you are welcome to stay as your child adjusts. Worship is streamed in the room. \nEvery Sunday — Starting December 7Just Love Kids | 3rd–8th Grade | 3rd Floor StudioChildren are invited to go upstairs after the Message for All Ages. They may walk with Lisette after the message or meet her directly in the studio.If there is no Message for All Ages\, children can join the studio at 12:00 PM. They will be brought back to the sanctuary during the closing hymn\, communion\, or whenever instructors feel it is a meaningful moment for them to rejoin worship. \nEmail Rev. Amanda for more information
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/just-love-family-programming-2-2/2026-06-21/
CATEGORIES:Care,Child
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T124500
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260511T155649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T201219Z
UID:10003030-1782042300-1782045900@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Worship Celebration - Honoring Juneteenth\, Now!
DESCRIPTION:Special Worship Celebration Honoring Juneteenth\, Now! \nJoin us for a special worship celebration from 11:45-1:30p featuring music\, poetry\, and art. \nSpecial Guests from:  BLIS\, the Reparations Task Force and the English Delegation to the Netherlands will be part of the worship celebration. Following worship\, enjoy a Love and Liberation Meal and Dance Party with your Middle family. \nWhether you’re a longtime member or joining us for the first time\, you are welcome here — just as you are. \nJoin us for our Worship Celebration every Sunday at 11:45 a.m. ET — online from wherever you are!\nEach week\, we gather in sacred community to sing\, pray\, reflect\, and celebrate fierce love that bends toward justice. Our Worship Celebration features soul-stirring music\, powerful storytelling\, and a bold\, relevant sermon by Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis\, who preaches a liberating\, inclusive gospel rooted in joy\, resilience\, and resistance.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/worship-celebration-19-14-4/
CATEGORIES:Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260203T232900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T173852Z
UID:10003438-1782045900-1782048600@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Chat & Chew
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Virtual Chat and Chew\, a welcoming space where we gather online to break bread\, share stories\, and explore faith in community. Whether you’re seeking spiritual growth\, looking for connection\, or simply curious\, this informal\, inclusive gathering invites you to bring your questions and thoughts about life\, faith\, and scripture. Together\, we engage in conversation\, support one another\, and deepen our understanding of God’s love—one chat at a time. Everyone is welcome! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/virtual-chat-chew-3-2/2026-06-21/
CATEGORIES:Community,Online,Prayer,Virtual,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260125T151833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T151834Z
UID:10002910-1782046800-1782050400@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Community Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Community Social Hour\, a relaxed and friendly time to connect with others at Middle Church. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to our community\, this is a space to build relationships\, share stories\, and enjoy meaningful conversations. Come as you are no agenda\, just an opportunity to gather\, laugh\, and engage. Everyone is invited to be part of this vibrant\, inclusive community! \nWould you like to host our hospitality? Email Elise
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/community-social-hour-2-3/2026-06-21/
CATEGORIES:Community,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260217T164511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155504Z
UID:10002962-1782153000-1782158400@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Acting Class - Hybrid
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor Zoom call information\, RSVP here.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/acting-class-2-3-4/2026-06-22/
CATEGORIES:Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T214500
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260609T154348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T154349Z
UID:10003558-1782240300-1782251100@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Alcoholics Anonymous
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/aa-2-2/2026-06-23/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260609T154305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T154305Z
UID:10003927-1782243000-1782246600@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Praying Dangerously
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Natalie on Zoom for this powerful exploration and practice of prayer\, Tuesdays at 7:30 pm ET. We will read one chapter per week. Please come to the first meeting having read chapter 1. \nFrom Barnes & Noble: \nPraying Dangerously instructs us that we can grow up spiritually\, leaving behind a childish relationship to prayer as a superstitious ritual or mere plea for favors. It encourages readers to recognize the difference between prayer that asks only for reassurance\, and prayer that asks for the Ultimate\, and stands for transformation. “We can cease being ‘victims’ of God’s Will\, while at the same time embracing genuine surrender and reliance on the irrefutable power of love\,” says author and retreat leader Regina Sara Ryan. \nThe insecurities of our times draw us inward or back to our churches. In prayer groups and retreats of all kinds we are looking for comfort and consolation\, for spiritual direction\, or for answers to the eternal questions that have always challenged humanity. This book is a valued contribution in that search. This 10th anniversary edition is fully revised\, with several completely new chapters including: “The High Cost of Forgiveness”-a subject that challenges everyone-and “Praying on the Subway\,” about how our generally busy and often chaotic lives can provide us with a constant impetus for blessing others. \n  \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/praying-dangerously-3/2026-06-23/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T083000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260106T165737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T183438Z
UID:10003082-1782288000-1782289800@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Pray to Rise
DESCRIPTION:Join Middle Clergy every Wednesday on Zoom for a moment of love and prayer to start your day. Bring whatever you’re carrying and we’ll hold it together. \nClick here to register and receive Zoom information! \nFor more information\, email middleinfo@middlechurch.org
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/pray-to-rise-2-6-2-2/2026-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Care,Online,Prayer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260609T154413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T154416Z
UID:10004387-1782325800-1782333000@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Sound Healing Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays6:30-8:30 PMParlor @ Middle Church \nThere is a new exciting series at Middle Church where music\, frequency\, tone\, healing\, and mind meet “in the Middle”. It’s Sound Healing Sanctuary and it features artists\, ensembles\, instruments that focus on healing music and sound healing while also honoring indigenous legacies. A home for sound and music healing in NYC\, right here at Middle Church with many participatory events! Stay tuned for announcements of upcoming Wednesday evening sessions by emailing kevinmbira@hotmail.com to get on the mailing list or to RSVP\, or follow “One Love Roots NYC” on facebook.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/sound-healing-sanctuary-2/2026-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Justice,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260122T181933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T182019Z
UID:10003387-1782329400-1782334800@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Queer Black Men
DESCRIPTION:Queer Black Men 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. \nFor more information\, please email Queer Black Men at queerblackmen@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/queer-black-men-3/2026-06-24/
CATEGORIES:LGBTQIA+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260202T210009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T210223Z
UID:10001440-1782392400-1782396000@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:New Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Join other seniors for meaningful conversations\, creative activities\, and community building! New Adventures is all about forming friendships and exploring new possibilities. From discussing civil rights history to singing together\, trying chair yoga\, making collages\, or brainstorming fresh ideas\, this group is filled with opportunities for connection and fun. \nMembers also write care cards to Middle members who are grieving\, celebrating\, or in need of support\, extending our community’s love to those who need it most. Designed for retirees\, those between jobs\, or anyone with a free Thursday afternoon\, New Adventures invites you to bring your creativity\, your stories\, and your ideas as we journey together! \nFor Zoom call information\, RSVP here.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/new-adventures-3-2-3/2026-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260202T210039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T210042Z
UID:10001908-1782412200-1782417600@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Creative Writing
DESCRIPTION:Participants meet weekly in a supportive\, creative\, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections while expressing the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. \nClick here to register and receive Zoom information!
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/creative-writing-2-2/2026-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260217T164931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T154746Z
UID:10003223-1782414000-1782419400@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Jerriese Johnson Gospel Choir
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to attend Thursday rehearsals and join this volunteer choir where no audition is necessary. The group meets in person in the 4th floor and also has a Zoom option. For more information\, contact John Del Cueto. \n 
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/jerriese-johnson-gospel-choir-4-3-3/2026-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Art,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20260604T203609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T185709Z
UID:10004646-1782541800-1782592200@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:NEXT 250 National Mobilization in DC
DESCRIPTION:NEXT 250 National Mobilization in DCSaturday\, June 27th6am – 9pm \nYou are invited to join BLIS Collective\, Middle Church and New Yorkers 4 Reparations’ Bus to Washington\, D.C. on June 27th\, 2026 for Next250’s Mobilization ahead of the 250th anniversary of the United States. This is the flagship event for All of US 250. \nPlease fill out our Next250 Bus Sign Up Form by June 15th. If you have questions\, please email Rev. Amanda at ahambrick@middlechurch.org. The bus will be meeting at 6:00 am ET June 27th on the corner of 14th St & Union Square East (in front of the Target) 10 Union Sq E\, New York\, NY 10003 \nDeparture: The bus will leave promptly at 6:30 am ETArrival: 11:00 am in D.CReturn: The bus will leave D.C. promptly at 4:30 pm ETArrival in NY: 8:30 pm ET \nAbout the June 27th Mobilization: \nThe June 27 mobilization is a large-scale national gathering that brings together elements of movement organizing\, civic engagement\, cultural celebration\, healing\, and public action. The gathering integrates organizing\, culture\, healing\, storytelling\, spirituality\, and public action into one collective national moment. The mobilization will include music\, art\, spoken word\, cultural performances\, storytelling\, and other creative activations that reflect our communities’ spirit\, diversity\, and resilience. Rather than organizing solely around opposition\, this mobilization centers on what we are building together: a future grounded in democracy\, belonging\, justice\, dignity\, and shared humanity. Next250 is providing a bus to the mobilization in collaboration with BLIS Collective\, Middle Church\, and New Yorkers 4 Reparations and we would love for you to join us! Please fill out our Next250 Bus Sign Up Form so that you can reserve your seat!Pick-Up Location will be: 10 Union Sq E\, New York\, NY 10003 \nMore about Next250: \nNext250 is a nationwide\, multi-year initiative using the 250th anniversary of the United States as an opportunity to demonstrate our unity as a people around shared values and issues\, and to imagine and build a future for our country for the next 250 years that is rooted in justice\, belonging\, dignity\, democracy\, and interdependence. Next250 is an opportunity to reflect honestly on our history while also declaring the future we want to build together. The first 250 years were shaped by systems built by people\, and those systems can be reshaped by people.As we witness the ongoing erosion of voting rights\, attacks on civil liberties\, the targeting of immigrants and marginalized communities\, and growing efforts to divide and silence our people\, we know this moment requires all of us to come together with courage\, clarity\, and collective action.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/next250june/
CATEGORIES:Community,Economic Justice,Featured events,Justice,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20241126T071722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T161801Z
UID:10004018-1782639000-1782642600@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly Outreach Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Here’s how you can assist:\n\n\n\n*Please bring 5 or more homemade lunches consisting of: \n\nSandwich\nFruit\nSoft granola bar/snack\nWater/juice box\nSomething sweet (optional)\nPaper napkin\n\n\n\n*Foods that are easier to chew are popular with many of our neighbors who are food insecure. Soft bread\, applesauce\, mandarins\, etc. \nInclude our branded Middle Church and BOM stickers\, date and the basic ingredients of your sandwich (e.g.\, PB & J\, Turkey & Cheese\, Bagel & Cream Cheese) \n\n\nAdd notes of encouragement on or in each lunch bag: “You are loved” or “Have an awesome day.” \n\n\nSafety Protocols: Remember to wear disposable gloves while assembling lunches.  If you are feeling under the weather\, please do not participate until you’re well again. We also honor the buddy system when distributing in city parks. \nReimbursement: Middle will reimburse all volunteers for BOM purchases. Please keep all receipts from your specific BOM purchases to submit with our easy online form: https://forms.gle/8KU9CLrANqrXSA4o9. We need a receipt for reimbursement. \nThis is a wonderful way to connect with folks at Middle while offering a crucial service to the neighborhood. Please email fellow Butterfly\, Patrick Mulcahy for more information or to sign up.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/butterfly-outreach-ministry/2026-06-28/
CATEGORIES:Care,Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T055742
CREATED:20250430T215119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T175336Z
UID:10001225-1782640800-1782644400@www.middlechurch.org
SUMMARY:Bible in the Middle
DESCRIPTION: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 that deepen our understanding and connection to God. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/bible-in-the-middle-copy/2026-06-28/
CATEGORIES:Featured events,Prayer
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