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!
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. Led by Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the class is held online. For Zoom call information, RSVP here.
Click here to register and receive Zoom information for the series! Advent and Christmas tell the story of God’s radically in-breaking love. From parents conceiving who had lost all hope, to defying an emperor and Christ’s own incarnation in vulnerable, refugee Afro-semitic baby flesh, we proclaim the birth of holiness against all efforts to stop it. […]
Participants meet weekly in a supportive, creative, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections as they work to express the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. Click here to register and receive […]
Click here for Worship Bulletin! Come experience resilience Sunday, as we mark the two-year anniversary of the fire, and celebrate the 2nd Sunday of Advent: PEACE! Sermon by Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis 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 […]
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.
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.
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. Led by Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the class is held online. For Zoom call information, RSVP here.
Click here to register and receive Zoom information for the series! Advent and Christmas tell the story of God’s radically in-breaking love. From parents conceiving who had lost all hope, to defying an emperor and Christ’s own incarnation in vulnerable, refugee Afro-semitic baby flesh, we proclaim the birth of holiness against all efforts to stop it. […]
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 […]
Join Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis for a congregational meeting, to talk about our Christmas worship plans, our COVID-19 policy, and updates to our capital campaign. Click here to register and receive Zoom information!
Our adventures are about growth, celebration and learning - especially from one another! Decades of life experience give us a variety of perspectives as we explore current and historical social and cultural topics, as well as personal events, joys and concerns. Our open, loving and safe space provides opportunities for multiple points of view. The […]
Participants meet weekly in a supportive, creative, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections as they work to express the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. Click here to register and receive […]
Click here for the worship bulletin! Come experience the third Sunday of Advent: JOY! Sermon by Rev. Benjamin Perry 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 […]
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.
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.
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. Led by Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the class is held online. For Zoom call information, RSVP here.
Click here to register and receive Zoom information for the series! Advent and Christmas tell the story of God’s radically in-breaking love. From parents conceiving who had lost all hope, to defying an emperor and Christ’s own incarnation in vulnerable, refugee Afro-semitic baby flesh, we proclaim the birth of holiness against all efforts to stop it. […]
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. For more information, please email Queer Black Men at queerblackmen@gmail.com.
Our adventures are about growth, celebration and learning - especially from one another! Decades of life experience give us a variety of perspectives as we explore current and historical social and cultural topics, as well as personal events, joys and concerns. Our open, loving and safe space provides opportunities for multiple points of view. The […]
Participants meet weekly in a supportive, creative, and fun environment where ideas move from head to paper. They build connections as they work to express the writer that lives in all of us. Coordinated by writer and Middle member Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, this group meets online. Click here to register and receive […]
No better way to spark some holiday joy than through collective art. Join Elise and Rev. Mira at East End Temple before worship to create family ornaments!! Come enjoy the beauty of each other's company while we create a little piece of love that your family can hang on the tree for years to come. […]
Come experience the fourth Sunday of Advent: LOVE! Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 Sermon: "Midwifing Love," 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! And children […]
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.
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. Led by Harold Slazer. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the class is held online. For Zoom call information, RSVP here.
Click here to register and receive Zoom information for the series! Advent and Christmas tell the story of God’s radically in-breaking love. From parents conceiving who had lost all hope, to defying an emperor and Christ’s own incarnation in vulnerable, refugee Afro-semitic baby flesh, we proclaim the birth of holiness against all efforts to stop it. […]
Click here for our worship bulletin! There's no Christmas Eve celebration like a Middle celebration. Our gospel choir will sing, Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis will preach, and we will embody a love fierce enough to cross the boundary between God and humanity to unseat oppressive power! Come hear the story again, live the wonder of […]
Christmas only falls on Sunday once every seven years, so don't miss this chance to celebrate Christmas morning with your Middle family. Experience Christmas Day with Middle Church at East End Temple (245 E 17th St, New York, NY 10003)! Sermon: "A Child Is Born," by Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis Click here to see the worship […]
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.
Join Middle member Emily Hollenbeck and our wonderful Middle community for an opportunity to gather and celebrate Christmas together. Click here to RSVP and receive the Zoom link.
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. For more information, please email Queer Black Men at queerblackmen@gmail.com.
This workshop will focus on raising awareness of the challenges that people often face during the holiday and winter seasons. There will be some discussion of what the most common problems are and tips on how to manage the stress that often arises this time of year, as well as a reflection exercise. There will […]
Click here for our worship bulletin! Scripture: John 19:30 Sermon: "Is It Finished?" by Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis As the year comes to a close, take advantage of one more beautiful opportunity to gather and worship with your Middle family! Join a jazzy New Year's eve celebration with gorgeous music, your fabulous live hosts Rev. […]
Click here for the worship bulletin! Sermon by Rev. Mira Sawlani-Joyner Start the new year right! 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. […]
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.
