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SUMMARY:Reparations Task Force
DESCRIPTION:This group examines Middle’s own history of colonization\, 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 closed to open membership. Interested parties can contact one of the co-chairs Anna Polovick Waggy to schedule a conversation.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/reparations-task-force/2025-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Justice
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SUMMARY:Fierce Urgency of Now Cohorts
DESCRIPTION:Fierce Urgency of Now Learning Cohort \nJoin a national group of thought leaders\, Clergy\, activists\, and innovators committed to learning together on the way to the Fierce Urgency of Now Conference (Oct 31-Nov. 2).  This group meets virtually on the first Wednesday of each month\, 1:00-2:00 PM ET\, and self divides into the following cohorts:\n\n\nSpiritual Formation and Congregational Care\n\n\nWorship and the Arts\n\n\nJustice and Public Theology\n\n\nDigital Ministry\n\n\nRegister for the series here.\nFor more information\, email Rev Amanda.
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/fierce-urgency-of-now-cohorts/2025-04-02/
CATEGORIES:Justice,Racial/Ethnic Justice,Reproductive Justice
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SUMMARY:Hands Off! Day of Action
DESCRIPTION:Location: Bryant Park\, NYC to Madison Square Park\, and actions nationwide \nTrump\, Musk\, and the Far-Right majorities in Congress are gutting services\, firing workers\, raising prices\, and racing to slash Medicaid\, Social Security\, civil liberties\, universities\, the Department of Education\, DEI\, voting rights\, LGBTQ+ rights\, and more. The truth of our nation’s history is being attacked and suppressed. \nIt’ll take more than marches to change this country’s direction—but every resistance needs a mass movement behind it. It needs people of faith to pray with their feet. \nThat’s why Middle is joining this National Day of Action. We will gather in Bryant Park at 1:00 PM\, march on Fifth Avenue\, and end at Madison Square Park. \nEmail Rev. Amanda at ahambrick@middlechurch.org to be added to the Signal chat for the day if you’d like to march in coalition. \nIf you’re not in NYC\, find your local HANDS OFF Day of Action here: https://handsoff2025.com/—and let us know where you’re marching!
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/hands-off-day-of-action/
CATEGORIES:Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T100000
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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/2025-04-13/
CATEGORIES:Justice,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T190000
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SUMMARY:Lenten Small Groups with Rev. Dr. Jacqui and Jillian
DESCRIPTION:Commune with Rev. Dr. Jacqui and Jillian this Lenten season. \nOn March 31\, we’ll reflect on what the wilderness is teaching us.Then on April 14\, we’ll gather again to dream aloud—what do you long for in our new home at Middle Church? \nCome check in. Come journey. Come belong. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.middlechurch.org/event/lenten-small-groups-middle-church/2025-04-14/
CATEGORIES:Just Love,Justice,Online
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Outreach Ministry
DESCRIPTION:We meet every Sunday at 2:00pm at the LES Comm-Unity Fridge (602 East 9th Street\, corner of East 9th Street and Ave B). We will provide Middle Church & BOM branded stickers for you to put on your sandwiches.\nHere’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-2/
CATEGORIES:Care,Justice
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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/2025-04-27/
CATEGORIES:Justice,Volunteer
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