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September 2024
Perspectives Class
Perspectives is an awe-inspiring comprehensive course that has profoundly impacted hundreds of thousands of students during the past 45+ years. From Genesis to the prophets, Jesus to the early Church, and St. Augustine to the present, students learn how God moves, how the global Church responds, and the remaining task of world evangelization. Perspectives isn’t a course solely about world missions. It’s a study program rooted in Scripture clarifying each believer’s remarkable opportunity to co-labor with God in His global…
Find out more »Try Alpha Boston: Invite Friends and Neighbors to explore the Christian faith
Find it hard to share your faith with co-workers, friends and loved ones? Why not invite them to join you on one of the dozens of Alphas happening in neighborhoods across Greater Boston starting this month. Alpha is a fun dinner series followed by group conversations centered around exploring the big questions of life, spirituality, and faith from a Christian lens, in a laid-back and non-judgmental environment. It’s designed for those who do not consider themselves Christians or for those…
Find out more »Book Author Interview: Missionary Priest: A Spiritual Memoir by Fr. Thomas Ryan, CSP
Religions for Peace USA is hosting a Book Author Interview with Father Thomas Rayn, CSP on Thursday, September 19, 2024, 2-3pm ONLINE. In Missionary Priest, Fr. Tom shares the richness of his ministerial life, which has taken him throughout the world, engaging with people of all faiths and backgrounds. Unity among the followers of Jesus and collaboration with members of all world religions have been at the core of his ministry. At the heart of this book are the spirituality…
Find out more »Defending Democracy from its Christian Enemies
Come engage with Dr. David Gushee, a world renowned Christian ethicist and a leading voice on many of the most important contemporary ethical and justice issues related to religion in public life. Saturday, September 28th 7:00 - 9:00 PM Dr. Gushee will speak about his book, Defending Democracy from its Christian Enemies. He'll discuss how many Christians have abandoned their commitments to democracy, embracing authoritarianism, and how Christians can renew their commitment to healthy democracy. Dr. Sarah Riccard-Swartz of Northeastern…
Find out more »Free Screening of Rob Reiner’s New Documentary – GOD & COUNTRY
Second Church in Newton and UniteBoston Present A Free Screening of Rob Reiner's New Documentary - GOD& COUNTRY Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, 6:30 p.m.* Second Church in Newton 60 Highland Street, Newton, MA *Free Pizza served at 6:00 p.m. See Second Church's Facebook page for all the info and details. www.facebook.com/2ndchurchnewton
Find out more »October 2024
Lazarus at the Gate Small Group
Join us for 5 Tuesday nights (7pm - 8:30pm) via Zoom starting October 1st for a small group Bible study that challenges participants to understand the Biblical foundation for generosity, simple living and just consumption. We will consider together what it means to live gratefully, simply, justly and generously looking both at the Biblical call and the practical realties of injustice in our world. This transformative study has been inspiring and challenging Christians to align ourselves with the plan God…
Find out more »Sound the Trumpet Preaching Conference
Sound the Trumpet Preaching Conference serves as a Churchwide gathering to learn and grow in strength and solidarity. The conference is steeped in the best of the Black Church Tradition. Preaching methods and models will be displayed throughout the conference. We are excited to raise awareness of the Black preaching art of form. "BLACK PREACHING IS AN ART FORM. IT COMFORTS THE AFFLICTED AND AFFLICTS THE COMFORTABLE." Harold Smith
Find out more »Mygration Christian Conference 2024
How can the Christian faith respond to the humanitarian crisis facing migrants and refugees in our modern world? Join us for our 6th annual Mygration Christian Conference, as we explore how the Christian tradition has responded to the needs of migrants and refugees in the past, what is being done in the present, and how together we can transform the future. Come and explore God's heart for migrants and refugees in our world today by searching the stories of immigration…
Find out more »Dinner with Drs. Justo & Catherine González
Join us on Saturday, October 5, 2024 for a special banquet to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Justo and Catherine González. Justo Gonzalez has taught at theological institutions for over 50 years, written over 150 books, and has dedicated his life to bridging the Church and the academy, and promoting Hispanic theological education. This is your chance to personally meet Dr. Justo and Catherine Gonzalez, and listen to them reflect on their life, legacy, and the future of…
Find out more »Christians Uniting Against Christian Nationalism
Join UniteBoston, Second Church in Newton, and others to learn, share, and mobilize. All are welcome. All events are free and are held at Second Church of Newton, 60 Highland Street, WestNewton, MA 02465. For more details and timely updates, visit www.facebook.com/2ndchurchnewton FREE Screening of Rob Reiner's new documentary, God & Country, followed by local clergy response to the film, time for Q&A, & small group discussion. Sunday, September 29, 2024, 6:30 p.m. Listen to Rev. Corey's four-week sermon series…
Find out more »Seeking UB Newsletter / Events Volunteer
Are you passionate about fostering unity among Christians in Boston? As UB is growing, we are looking for a new UB Newsletter & Events team member who can contribute to our mission to help us connect churches and communities across the city. In this role, you'll curate our weekly newsletter, track engagement metrics, and support event submissions—all while volunteering remotely for just 1-3 hours a week. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy working with digital platforms, and want to be part of…
Find out more »REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR BOSTON FLOURISH 2024!
Be a cultivator of a movement designed to help tackle some of the most pressing issues that impact the City of Boston and its surrounding area. Early-bird Rate: $55 per person, until July 31, 2024 Regular Rate: $75 per person, after July 31, 2024 Group Rate: Buy 9 tickets, get 1 free Please join us and REGISTER TODAY! For more information visit www.bostonflourish.com Join with leaders around Boston to learn about how you can positively impact some of the most…
Find out more »November 2024
United Gospel Experience Tour: Boston – November 2
UniteBoston is thrilled to announce the launch of the United Gospel Experience Tour, building on the incredible success of our past partnerships with Dr. Craig Ramsey and the God’s Chosen Gospel Choir from Gordon College in the past UniteBoston outdoor worship concerts. This tour will bring together college students from across New England for a transformative experience of worship, discipleship, and cultural exchange. This traveling gospel choir will tour four locations—Boston, North of Boston, Hartford, and Providence—uniting students from Gordon…
Find out more »ENGAGE: Volunteer and Staff Opportunities with the Navigators in Boston
ENGAGE is a gathering for individuals interested in disciple-making who would like to learn about volunteer and staff options with the Navigators in Boston and New England. The vision and overview of the Navigator will be featured as well as breakout sessions on 1.) campus ministry 2.) workplace ministry 3.) prison ministry. There will be also be lunch discussions on Navigator staff options and global missions. The Navigators (www.navigators.org) is an inter-denominational ministry that shares the gospel of Jesus Christ…
Find out more »Faith Based Organizing for Justice
Rev. Dr. Drew Hart Workshop on faith-based organizing - the whys and hows of mobilizing the church for grassroots social change. ($50/participant, $30/participant team of three or more. Register here: Drew Hart November 2024 Event
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