Leadership Lab: Cohort 07 Revs. Jacqui Lewis and John Janka, in partnership with the Freedom Rising Board, launch the seventh cohort of the Leadership Lab for leaders over the age of 18. This lab equips people committed to anti-racism, liberation, and justice-centered leadership. Participants learn from Jacqui, John, and a cadre of staffulty while exploring […]
Join us for street fair down 2nd avenue! We will have games, fun, music, and more. Bring a friend or a few and come down to our table to say hello! If you would like to volunteer contact etiralli@middlechurch.org
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 […]
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. Register here
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. Every […]
Join us for our Worship Celebration every Sunday at 11:45 a.m. ET — online from wherever you are! Each 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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Leadership Lab: Cohort 07 Revs. Jacqui Lewis and John Janka, in partnership with the Freedom Rising Board, launch the seventh cohort of the Leadership Lab for leaders over the age of 18. This lab equips people committed to anti-racism, liberation, and justice-centered leadership. Participants learn from Jacqui, John, and a cadre of staffulty while exploring […]
The Village Chorus for Children and Youth at Middle Church is a program that educates children about the significance of community engagement in promoting racial, LGBTQIA+, and economic equality through music. Participants learn a diverse repertoire, including pieces from Beethoven, the Beatles, and Broadway, which helps them build confidence and receive support from the congregation. […]
Hear from Tal, a teacher and activist who organizes with Free Jerusalem and the Jerusalem-Gaza Mutual Aid Network. They will speak about their experiences of solidarity work in Palestine-Israel, and will join in conversation with Rev. Conor Foley about the experience of community building, faith, and resistance in fascist society. The event will include video […]
Community dinners are through NNYCP (Newest New Yorkers Community Partnership) with East End Temple, Middle Church, and PS 361, the Children’s Workshop School. The NNYCP has three components: Monthly dinners, emergency grants, and an accompaniment program. Community dinners are the inaugural component of NNYCP, and are a beautiful time of fellowship, relationship building, resource and […]
Through Love, we are each created in God’s image and filled with the Divine Spark. No matter whom we love, no matter how we look, no matter where we are on our journey, God’s imprint is in every person of every race/ethnicity, every gender, and every sexual orientation. We believe God speaks many languages and is calling us on many paths to peace—Shalom. We believe that Love put on flesh—brown, poor, Jewish baby flesh—and came to live among us. We believe God lives among us still; we are the living body of Christ. We are the hands, feet, and heartbeat of God. We believe the Spirit of God calls us to freedom, and we are not free until all of us are free.