Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising

St. Paul's Cathedral, Boston 138 Tremont St., Boston, MA, United States

The Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising (ECRF), a four day intensive program with a practical application project, provides the research, tools and customized training to meet the growing needs of leaders in religious communities and fundraisers of faith-based organizations. The focus of the ECRF is on the cultural, organizational and philanthropic practices unique to religious […]

“May We Forever Stand”: Massachusetts Commemorates 400 Years of Black Resiliency

Greater Framingham Community Church 44 Franklin St, Framingham, MA, United States

The year 2019 marks 400 years since the first enslaved Africans set foot in Jamestown, Virginia. Since then, Black communities have demonstrated remarkable resiliency in the face of cruelty, terror, and systematic oppression. African Americans have not only created pathways to survive but, in many instances, to thrive. Through it all, the Black Church has […]

Lydia Fellows Program Paid Fellowships For Pastors

Boston, MA, United States

The Massachusetts Council of Churches recognizes the continued struggles of pastors serving in part-time ministry positions across Massachusetts.  We’re hearing this both from leaders of our member denominations and through our regular visits to local congregations. As part-time positions are rapidly increasing in New England, we see three major barriers to thriving in part-time ministry: […]

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“Make it Plain”: Selected Scenes and Lessons from the Racial and Cultural History of the Massachusetts Council of Churches

Reservoir Church 170 Rindge Ave, Cambridge, United States

A report and presentation on “Make It Plain: The Agency and Legacy of People of Color In the Massachusetts Council of Churches” a research project made possible by a grant from Mass Humanities with support from Mass Cultural Council Presentation by Massachusetts Council of Churches Scholar in Residence Jane Carol Redmont with Community Responses Saturday, […]

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Now Hiring: Director of Operations

The Massachusetts Council of Churches is searching for our next Director of Operations! The Massachusetts Council of Churches builds relationships in pursuit of full, visible Christian unity. To serve this mission well, we need a strong, diverse, skilled and flexible staff. MCC aims to be a just and joyful place to work, living in multi-cultural […]

Who are Patriot Front & NSC-131? What Massachusetts Christians Need to Know about the Intersection between White Supremacy and Christianity

Online Online, MA, United States

Hosted by The Massachusetts Council of Churches with leadership from our partners at the Anti-Defamation League: New England Tuesday August 16, 2022 6-7pm EST 30-minute presentation & 30-minute Q&A Registration is required to attend. https://adl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqf-6opz0uG9KxGCDmoVIQRgAi41XM7zfy While white supremacists have long been present in New England, in the past month these groups have stepped up their […]

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How Can Congregations and Groups Support Their New Neighbors

Zoom

We know that the people of faith’s hearts have been moved by the increased number of new migrants and the lack of available housing across Massachusetts. And we’ve seen people of faith step up in profound and powerful ways. There are multiple ways for people to support their new neighbors. If your congregation can act […]

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Open Doors: How to Welcome New Neighbors in Our Current Crisis

Online Online, MA, United States

Massachusetts is experiencing a housing crisis. Our emergency shelter system has new regulations that limit families to staying just five nights before they must leave. People of faith are trying to figure out how to help, as children are being forced to sleep on the street. The Massachusetts Interfaith New Neighbor Coalition invites you to […]

Sound the Trumpet Preaching Conference

12th Baptist Church 160 Warren St, Roxbury, MA, United States

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 […]