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SUMMARY:Prep and Pray\, No Kings Rally
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join as a community of all faiths for a “Prep and Pray” event before the No Kings Action in Boston Common on March 28th. We’ll gather at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul at 138 Tremont St.\, across from the Park St T Station\, at 12pm (an hour before No Kings) to sing together\, center in prayer\, and build community to be ready for what’s next. This is a collaboration of the Massachusetts Council of Churches\, Episcopal City Mission\, and our Cathedral Church of St. Paul. Please register here.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/prep-and-pray-no-kings-rally/
LOCATION:Cathedral Church of St. Paul\, 138 Tremont St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Other,Social
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve at ICE Burlington
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this event\, coordinated by the Massachusetts Council of Churches and supported by Bearing Witness at Burlington and UniteBoston. \nWe gather to worship with those Christians held inside the ICE facility\, to pray for the families and loved ones from whom they are separated\, and to proclaim the Good News of Christ’s birth\, in the very face of these injustices and terrors of current policies.  We will pray\, read of the birth of Jesus\, and sing hymns and carols.  We will witness to the light of Christ that comes into the darkness\, in our time and always. \n10 am – 11 am Christmas Eve 2025\n1000 District Ave. Burlington\, MA \nThis Christmas Eve\, we will unite the Body of Christ in worship.  \nWalls of detention facilities cannot divide the Body of Christ.  \nDocumentation status cannot divide the Body of Christ.  \nWe are united by Jesus Christ\, whose love is greater than anything that divides us. \nImportant Details: \nHere are the final details for Christmas Eve Day Worship\, to ensure that you can plan and have a clear picture of our gathering for worship. Also\, this gathering was featured in the Religion News Service – read the article here!  \nTRANSPORT and PARKING \nThis is by far the trickiest part of our plans. Please take public transit\, if at all possible. \nFor those coming from metro Boston: take the Red Line to Alewife and take the 350 Bus to Burlington Mall.  Get off at this stop: Burlington Mall Rd @ NE Executive Pk. Head down District Ave.\, which should be right in front of you. \nIf you drive\, please carpool.  You may plan to drop people off at 1000 District Ave.\, but please know that you cannot park at 1000 District Ave. \nPLEASE ALLOT AT LEAST 30 MINUTES EXTRA FOR OFF-SITE PARKING. \nYour best option is to park at Simonds Park\, or the surrounding roads as marked. \nThe 350 bus stops at the corner of Cambridge St. and Bedford St.\, toward Burlington Mall/Alewife. It is only a 5-10 minute ride. Please arrive very early\, as the buses reduce in frequency after rush hour. \nThus\, another option: after parking near Simonds Park\, head to the Burlington Church UCC\, across the street.  Rev. Andrew Harris and the amazing leaders of the UCC Burlington church are offering shuttles to the ICE facility. \nOTHER PARKING OPTIONS: \nThere is very limited street parking along District Ave\, toward Burlington Mall Rd.  You may luck out\, but don’t rely on it! \n6 District Ave. parking is listed as a Free Parking.  It may be used by mall shoppers.  Not sure how security works there.  Park at your own risk. \nYou can try to park at Burlington Mall\, which is very close by.  However\, it will be quite full because of Christmas Eve shopping.  Additionally\, when we requested assistance with parking from mall management\, they declined to help.  If you do park there\, please go to the mall\, otherwise security may stop you.  They have been ticketing people who do not go to the mall.  Park at your own risk\, sadly. \nAdditionally\, there are other businesses and buildings in the office park on District Ave.  We do not know whether they will have security or whether they will tow.  It is Christmas Eve\, so it could go either way.  So\, again\, park at your own risk. \nWORSHIP: \nPlease understand that this is true\, sincere worship.  Please do not bring signs or engage with this event as a protest.  While those forms of witness are essential at other times\, this gathering is a service of prayer\, song\, and telling the story of Christ’s birth\, worshiping as closely as possible with those held inside.  So think of this as “going to church\,” and not “going to a protest.” \nROLES: \nClergy: you are welcome to vest and process.  Please wear whatever vestment is appropriate for worship in your tradition and appropriate to an outdoor\, ecumenical liturgy of prayer and worship\, without Communion.  Copes\, preaching robes\, Geneva robes\, cassocks and surplices\, or just street clothes.  If you are wearing a stole\, please wear white/gold or whatever color you wear for festive events.  (We are going for “joy in the face of crisis\,” as opposed to lament or uplifting the martyrs in the Spirit). \nHowever your tradition does it\, please show up like that.  The idea is that we all represent our particular denominations and traditions and trust that it will be beautiful in God’s eyes and a powerful reminder of how strong we are when we stand together in Christ. \nChoir: you are welcome to wear your robes (or not\, if that’s not your tradition)\, and to join a pick up choir.  Again\, we are not aiming for visual uniformity\, but diversity.  We are aiming to have one purpose\, not one “look.” \nWe will have a music director\, the incredible Eric Anderson Jr.\, who will conduct.  We may have a keyboard\, but please prepare to sing a cappella. \nOur hymn list: \n\nO Come\, All Ye Faithful\nO Little Town of “Burlington”\nJoy to the World\nAway in a Manger\nGo Tell It on the Mountain\n\nAcolytes/Vergers/Subdeacons/Altar Servers:  You are welcome to vest and process as well\, if you wish.  The more the merrier.  But please do NOT bring your crosses/candles/thuribles\, etc.  To avoid confusion\, we cannot have multiple people in those roles.  We will indeed have a censor\, worry not! \nGreeters: We need greeters to help welcome people in\, distribute bulletins (mostly electronically)\, distribute candles\, and provide a warm welcome.  Come as you are.  But come early. \nWeather: We plan to hold this event in any weather\, if at all possible.  Please dress and plan accordingly.  Wear many layers\, if you are not accustomed to being outdoors for long.  Especially consider wearing extra socks and thick shoes.  If you are vesting\, please wear thick layers under your robes.  We will be standing outside for over an hour in whatever weather there is. \nAbout the site: There is NO seating provided. This is an outdoor lawn in an office park\, and we do not have a way to bring in chairs.  If you require a seat\, you are welcome to bring one with you\, and anyone with mobility concerns or concerns about standing for an hour may sit right up front.  But we cannot provide chairs for everyone. \nINFORMED DECISIONS: \nWe invite you to take time to make informed decisions about whether this is the place for you to be.  We are gathering in a place that has been designated for First Amendment expressions. We are gathering to worship\, which is our First Amendment right.   It is protected by local law enforcement and longstanding agreements with DHS/ICE staff over many months.  We do not anticipate any issues with ICE staff or local law enforcement. \nBut while the Good News of Christ’s birth is full of hope\, we proclaim it at a place that launches much violence into our communities.  This facility is an active enforcement and detention center.  Please know ICE agents may be coming and going on their business.  If being in such a place might be unsafe for you or your loved ones in any way\, please consider those risks carefully.  This may be due to your experiences at the facility or others like it\, or your own documentation status\, or your own previous experiences with law enforcement\, or any other history or concerns.  We want you to take the risks you can bear.  Your presence does not need to be physical: if it is not the right decision for you to be physically present with us at the facility\, please join us in prayer from home or your home congregation.  God is everywhere and will unite us as the Body of Christ\, no matter where we are.  Video of the event will be made available shortly afterward. \nThanks also to our friends and colleagues at UniteBoston who are co-sponsoring this event\, and the clergy leaders of Bearing Witness at Burlington.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/christmas-eve-at-ice-burlington/
LOCATION:Burlington ICE Detention Center
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Pastors,Prayer,Social,Worship
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SUMMARY:Las Posadas: An Advent Procession of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Las Posadas para Los Inmigrantes de Massachusetts\nAn Advent Procession of Hope and Hospitality\n“Say to those who are of a fearful heart\, ‘Be strong! Do not fear! Here is your God!’” — Isaiah 35:4 \nThis Advent\, churches across Massachusetts will gather for Las Posadas para Los Inmigrantes de Massachusetts\, a vibrant\, bilingual celebration that lifts up the hope of the Holy Family’s journey and honors immigrant communities throughout the Commonwealth. \nLas Posadas is a traditional Mexican prayer processional commemorating Mary and Joseph’s search for room at the inn. Many Caribbean\, Central American\, and South American Christian traditions also celebrate similar processions\, and all are warmly invited to join this joyful expression of shared faith and solidarity. \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Friday\, December 19\, 2025⏰ Processional begins at 6:00 PM • Festival Celebration at 7:30 PM📍 Start: Copley Plaza\, Boston • End: Cathedral Church of St. Paul (138 Tremont St.) \nWhat to Expect: \n\n\nA bilingual (English–Spanish) Advent prayer processional \n\n\nSinging\, Scripture\, and community liturgy \n\n\nA walk from Copley Plaza to the Cathedral Church of St. Paul \n\n\nA festival celebration featuring food\, music\, and a piñata \n\n\nFamily-friendly fun — wear your halos\, angel wings\, and Holy Family costumes! \n\n\nLas Posadas is a reminder that when we share\, there is room enough for all. This event supports the Massachusetts Council of Churches’ ministry with immigrant churches across the state.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/las-posadas-an-advent-procession-of-hope/
LOCATION:Copley Plaza
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Other
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Faith Community Nonresistance & Noncooperation Training
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an important in-person gathering equipping faith leaders and community members with tools for nonviolent resistance\, faithful noncooperation\, and solidarity in times of crisis. \n???? Saturday\, September 13\, 2025???? 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM???? Cathedral Church of St. Paul\, Boston (138 Tremont St.) \nThis training\, hosted by the Massachusetts Council of Churches and Episcopal City Mission\, will provide practical strategies for living out faith in action. \n???? Lunch will be provided.✅ Registration is required: http://bit.ly/4lSRn7I or scan the QR code on the flyer. \nCome be equipped\, encouraged\, and connected as we lean into God’s call for justice and peace together.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/massachusetts-faith-community-nonresistance-noncooperation-training/
LOCATION:Cathedral of St. Paul\, 138 Tremont St.\, Boston\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T090000
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SUMMARY:Prayers for Liberty
DESCRIPTION:Dear Massachusetts Residents of All Faiths: \nWe are writing to you with an invitation to pray with your feet and march with us from Lexington to Boston this Labor Day – Monday\, September 1st\, 9:00-5:00 – to sound the alarm for American democracy and to demand a more just and humane democracy that honors our shared sacred values. \nOn Friday\, May 30th\, hundreds of us marched this same route from Lexington to Boston\, reversing Paul Revere’s ride for liberty 250 years ago to sound the alarm for democracy\, as the actions of our current presidential administration regularly violate our shared sacred values and our constitutional rights. We stopped in Lexington\, Arlington\, Cambridge\, and Boston to pray to God for the merciful and just rule of law from our federal administration\, as well as the protection and preservation of our sacred values and democratic principles. We also brought a letter signed by over 300 Massachusetts clergy\, addressed to members of our Congressional Delegation. \nTo join any portion of the march and prayers on September 1st\, please register here. \nIf you have questions or would like more information\, our leadership team will host question and response sessions for clergy and other religious leaders over zoom on Thursday\, August 14th\, from 6:00-6:45 p.m. and on Tuesday\, August 19th from 8:30-9:15 a.m. \nA printable flyer and handout to share with friends\, family\, and congregations is available here. \nJoin us on September 1st in our call to religious leaders around the country\, and all our fellow Americans: calling for our President to obey the law and to respect the decisions of our courts and the rights of all American residents. \nIn our faith traditions and our American tradition\, the President is not a dictator or tyrant. Instead\, “the Law is King\, and no person is above the law.” (Thomas Paine\, Common Sense) \nIn Faith\, Hope\, and Power\, \nThe Prayer for Freedom Organizing Team \n\nFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ) \nWhat does the schedule look like on Monday\, September 1st? \n9:00 a.m. Hancock Church – parking\, gathering\, greeting \n9:15 a.m. Opening prayer on Lexington Battle Green \n9:45 a.m. Walk from Lexington to Arlington (~5.3 miles) \n12:00 p.m. Prayer in Arlington Center – The lawn at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Arlington \n12:30  Walk to Cambridge Commons (~3.5 Miles) \n2:30 Prayer in Cambridge Center – Cambridge Commons \n3:00 Walk to Boston Commons – 3.1 to 3.2 miles \n5:00 Boston Prayer and Rally at the Common – Embrace Statue or Common Bandstand \n  \nWho can participate in the march? For what parts? \nPeople of all faiths are invited to participate in any segment. We will walk relatively quickly between stops\, in order to make it to each of our prayer gatherings on time. (See our schedule above.) For our friends who are disabled\, tired\, busy\, etc.\, we welcome participation at any one of the prayer stops in Lexington\, Arlington\, Cambridge\, or especially at our conclusion in Boston in lieu of marching. \n  \nCan I use my clothing\, signage\, and speech to protest other offenses at this event?  \nWhile we respect the conscience\, speech\, and liberty of all our clergy and other participants\, at this event we are focused on the preservation of our shared sacred values and democratic\, constitutional governance. In our prayers and signage\, we ask that participants not mention any other issues\, however important they are to one’s conscience or community. \n  \nWhat should I bring? What should I wear? \nClergy are encouraged to wear any clothing identifying their tradition and/or role. We will have bathroom stops in Arlington and Cambridge. We recommend all participants bring a refillable water bottle\, some snacks in your pocket\, sunscreen and hat\, and comfortable walking shoes! \nFor more information and to register\, go to Prayersforliberty.org
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/prayers-for-liberty/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Pastors,Prayer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T100000
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SUMMARY:Join M.O.V.E\, a Powerful Faith Cohort for Nonviolence & De-escalation Training
DESCRIPTION:Join M.O.V.E\, a Powerful Faith Cohort for Nonviolence & De-escalation Training \nSaturday\, July 12th | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST \nIn-Person\, Boston\, MA \nEpiscopal City Mission and the Massachusetts Council of Churches invite you and your congregation to attend an important Nonviolence and De-escalation Training. In a time when tensions are high and public witness is critical\, this training offers tools to stay grounded in peace\, solidarity\, and moral clarity. \nThis peaceful collective action training is being offered free of charge to individuals affiliated with faith communities\, thanks to the generous sponsorship of the teachers’ union hosting the event. We are deeply grateful for their solidarity and support. \n Register here (faith cohort portal): https://www.tfaforms.com/5184960 \nPlease share this invitation with leaders in your faith community who are ready to deepen their public witness and nonviolent engagement.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/join-m-o-v-e-a-powerful-faith-cohort-for-nonviolence-de-escalation-training/
LOCATION:Boston Teachers Union\, 180 Mt. Vernon St\,\, Dorchester\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Justice,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
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SUMMARY:Leap of Joy: Massachusetts Council of Churches Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:*Note that the Tuesday evening Leap of Faith Gathering was cancelled* \nOn Wednesday June 25\, 2025 beginning at 6:00pm also at the Maliotis Cultural Center at 50 Goddard Ave in Brookline\,  you are invited to our Great Day of Joining\, Celebration of Ministry and Annual Meeting under the banner “LEAP for JOY.” \nBeginning at 6pm\, we will have heavy appetizers for a time of fellowship\, and celebration of ministry. \nEVERYONE who wants to is invited sign up for a table for our Celebration of Ministry\, beginning at 6pm. To register for your table\, visit the link here. \nOur program will include important updates including: \n-Support for New Neighbors\, including an update on our lawsuit Mennonite Church USA v Department of Homeland Security et al \n-Bivocational Leaders \n-Black Church Leadership & Compelling Preaching \nAND we will welcome new member churches to the Massachusetts Council of Churches. \nIf your local church or denomination is interested in joining in 2025\, please complete this application for membership.  \nWe’ll also welcome new Board members and thank those who have guided MCC faithfully through. We’ll welcome a new Board President too! \nYou’ll also connect to other local church leaders who are\, like you\, looking to end this unjust and oppressive society\, and bring about The Kingdom of God on Earth. \n 
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/33445/
LOCATION:The Maliotis Cultural Center of Hellenic College Holy Cross\, 50 Goddard Avenue\, Brookline\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Justice,Other,Pastors,Social
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SUMMARY:Prayer and Action for Immigrant Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Prayer and Action for Immigrant Neighbors \nWe invite all people of faith to gather on Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025\, at 9:00 AM at the Cathedral Church of St Paul (138 Tremont Street\, Boston\, MA) for a time of information sharing\, prayer\, and refreshments. This gathering will precede the MIRA’s 29th Annual Immigrants’ Day at the Statehouse. Together\, we will walk up to the Massachusetts State House\, joining a larger community of faith and advocates\, to make our voices heard in support of immigrant communities. \nThis day will include powerful opportunities to hear personal stories from community leaders\, connect with legislators\, and engage in a collective call to action for policies that impact immigrant communities. \nDon’t miss out – let’s stand in solidarity and pray for the well-being of our immigrant neighbors. \nDetails: \n\nWhen: Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025\, at 9:00 AM\nWhere: Cathedral Church of St Paul\, 138 Tremont Street\, Boston\, MA\nEvent: MIRA’s Annual Immigrants’ Day at the Statehouse\nAction: Walk to the State House for the advocacy event\n\n10:00AM to 11:00AM – Cultural Events\n11:00AM to 12:00PM – Speeches\n12:00PM to 1:00PM – Advocacy\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP and register by March 14\, 2025\, via the provided QR code or visit bit.ly/IDSH2025. \nFacebook Event
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/prayer-and-action-for-immigrant-neighbors/
LOCATION:Cathedral Church of St. Paul\, 138 Tremont St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20250219T225800Z
CREATED:20250219T225726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T225800Z
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SUMMARY:DIETRICH BONHOEFFER: A Theological Conversation on his Life and Legacy
DESCRIPTION:The Huffington Ecumenical Institute at HCHC is excited to invite you to an intimate discussion on the movie about Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s influential life\, writing\, and legacy\, which was recently spotlighted in theaters across America. An ecumenical array of Orthodox\, Roman Catholic\, and Protestant speakers—clergy and theologians—will lead a conversation on ethical dilemmas related to faith and politics\, as well as justice and war. Emmanuel and Camille Kampouris\, the producers of the movie “Bonhoeffer: Pastor\, Spy\, Assassin” will join us via Zoom! \nBonhoeffer: Pastor\, Spy\, Assassin\n“Synopsis of the movie. As the world teeters on the brink of annihilation during World War II\, Dietrich Bonhoeffer finds himself at the heart of a daring and deadly plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler. Torn between his unwavering moral convictions and the harrowing reality of genocide\, Bonhoeffer faces a profound decision: uphold his faith or risk everything to save millions of lives.” \nSpeakers: \n\nHis Eminence Metropolitan Savas of Pittsburgh\nRev. Dr. Matthew C. Kruger\, Associate Professor of the Practice\, Theology Department\, Boston College\nJane Carol Redmont\, MDiv\, PhD(cand) Co-Chair\, Bishop’s Commission for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations (BCEIR)\, Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts\n\nThe event is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Council of Churches. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Thursday\, February 27\, 2025\nTime: Reception at 6.30 pm\nDiscussion at 7.00–8.30 pm \nWhether you’ve seen the film or are encountering this story for the first time\, join us for a meaningful exploration of Bonhoeffer’s inspirational life and enduring legacy.\nRSVP by Tuesday\, February 25\, 2025\, at hei@hchc.edu.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/dietrich-bonhoeffer-a-theological-conversation-on-his-life-and-legacy/
LOCATION:The Maliotis Cultural Center of Hellenic College Holy Cross\, 50 Goddard Avenue\, Brookline\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T163000
DTSTAMP:20250127T204211Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T204211Z
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SUMMARY:Information Meeting and Training Session - Know Your Rights
DESCRIPTION:The Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) invites you to a virtual information meeting this Tuesday\, January 28th at 2pm regarding recent questions and concerns about Boston’s diverse immigrant community. This meeting is intended to provide important information and best practices and answer any questions for those who have raised them. \nFaith-Based MOIA Information Meeting RSVP \nFollowing that meeting\, Massachusetts religious leaders are encouraged to attend a “Know Your Rights” online training on Tuesday January 28\, 2025 from 3:30pm-4:30pm\, presented by the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office and the Office of Immigrants and Refugees\, hosted by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Boston and the Massachusetts Council of Churches. You must register to attend this training. “Know Your Rights for Massachusetts Religious Leaders” will be recorded. This session will be recorded\, and your attendance will be anonymous. If you cannot attend\, please sign up to receive a recording. \nParticipants will receive a webinar link by noon on the date of the training. Register HERE.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/information-meeting-and-training-session-know-your-rights/
LOCATION:Online Event\, Online Event\, Boston\, MA\, 02120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Lecture,Pastors,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
GEO:42.3373143;-71.0836938
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Online Event Online Event Boston MA 02120 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Online Event:geo:-71.0836938,42.3373143
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T193000
DTSTAMP:20241208T130756Z
CREATED:20241208T124717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241208T130756Z
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SUMMARY:How Congregational Leaders Can Support Our Immigrant Neighbors Now
DESCRIPTION:Greater Boston’s congregational leaders are coming together for an evening of conversations\, resource sharing\, and action in support of immigrant families facing uncertain futures. Faith and community leaders: please join us to learn more on behalf of your community!\n\nThis is both an in person and online event. You need to register for both options. If you choose to join us via zoom\, a link will be sent to you the morning of the event.\n\nRegister here: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSe7…/viewform
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/how-congregational-leaders-can-support-our-immigrant-neighbors-now/
LOCATION:Temple Emanuel\, Ward Street 386\, Newton\, Massachusetts\, 02459\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Pastors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
GEO:42.3384093;-71.1887845
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Temple Emanuel Ward Street 386 Newton Massachusetts 02459 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Ward Street 386:geo:-71.1887845,42.3384093
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T190000
DTSTAMP:20240815T185036Z
CREATED:20240815T183639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T185036Z
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SUMMARY:Sound the Trumpet Preaching Conference
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\n\n“BLACK PREACHING IS AN ART FORM. IT COMFORTS THE AFFLICTED AND AFFLICTS THE COMFORTABLE.”\nHarold Smith
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/sound-the-trumpet-preaching-conference/
LOCATION:12th Baptist Church\, 160 Warren St\, Roxbury\, MA\, 02119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Lecture,Pastors,Training,Worship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
GEO:42.325405;-71.0827668
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T203000
DTSTAMP:20240910T205436Z
CREATED:20240910T205410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T205436Z
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SUMMARY:Open Doors: How to Welcome New Neighbors in Our Current Crisis
DESCRIPTION: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 join us for this webinar to learn multiple ways to support migrant families who are in dire circumstances. Together\, we will aim to cultivate our spiritual courage\, gather resources\, advocate for just reforms\, and take next steps to alleviate human suffering in a very broken system. \nRegistration is required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtc–pqj8pHNXc4S0VhIJGaMSpTHBwqGZC  \nHosted by The Massachusetts Interfaith New Neighbors Coalition\, including: \nMassachusetts Council of Churches\, Jewish Community Relations Council\, UniteBoston\, Black Ministerial Alliance of Greater Boston/Ten Point Coalition\, Capuchian Mobile Ministries\, UU Mass. Action Network\, Episcopal City Mission\, Boston Faith & Justice Network\, Worcester Area Mission Society\, Circle of Hope\, MIRA (Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy) Coalition \nFacebook Event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/tdUxrcxUYYKkoq9d/
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/open-doors-how-to-welcome-new-neighbors-in-our-current-crisis/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Pastors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
GEO:40.7510778;-73.991205
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T170000
DTSTAMP:20240724T122820Z
CREATED:20240723T154445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T122820Z
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SUMMARY:How Can Congregations and Groups Support Their New Neighbors
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nThere are multiple ways for people to support their new neighbors. If your congregation can act now\, there is a great opportunity for additional financial support with a federal program with a July 31 deadline to register for additional funding.\n\nGuest Speakers Include:\n\nWelcome NST Director of Outreach Kasey Dillon\nJewish Family Services of MetroWest Executive Director Lino Covarrubias\nJessica Lasser\, member of Temple Beth Elohim\, Wellesley\, who has been part of Welcome Corp\n\nThis is a unique chance to play a role in helping new neighbors as they build their lives in our community. This event is perfect for community and religious leaders\, advocates for social justice\, and anyone passionate about fostering inclusivity and support for refugees. Please share this invitation with your network and encourage others to join us! We look forward to making a positive impact together.\n\nZoom Link\n\nFacebook Event\n\nWelcome NST Neighborhood Support Teams
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/how-can-congregations-and-groups-support-their-new-neighbors/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Pastors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T190000
DTSTAMP:20220813T145442Z
CREATED:20220813T145233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220813T145442Z
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SUMMARY:Who are Patriot Front & NSC-131? What Massachusetts Christians Need to Know about the Intersection between White Supremacy and Christianity
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Massachusetts Council of Churches with leadership from our partners at the Anti-Defamation League: New England \nTuesday August 16\, 2022 6-7pm EST \n30-minute presentation & 30-minute Q&A \nRegistration is required to attend. \nhttps://adl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqf-6opz0uG9KxGCDmoVIQRgAi41XM7zfy \nWhile white supremacists have long been present in New England\, in the past month these groups have stepped up their visibility\, violence\, and recruiting efforts. At the Massachusetts Council of Churches\, we believe white supremacy is antithetical to the teachings of Christ. What do Massachusetts Christians need to know about these local white supremacists groups and their intersection with Christianity? What can churches do to address the logic and presence of this idolatry? Who is susceptible to their recruitment? \nJoin the Massachusetts Council of Churches for an educational forum on Tuesday August 16\, 2022 from 6-7pm with our colleagues from the Anti-Defamation League of New England. ADL is a leading civil rights organization and researcher of hate groups. We welcome Alex Friedfeld as an expert on these hate groups to help education us and answer our questions. \nThis is a private\, secure briefing\, not for public broadcast. This webinar will not be publicly visible. Advanced registration is required to attend. \nAdvanced registration is required to attend this webinar.  \nPlease register at: \nhttps://adl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqf-6opz0uG9KxGCDmoVIQRgAi41XM7zfy \nAlex Friedfeld is an Investigative Researcher with the Anti-Defamation League’s Center on Extremism where he monitors antigovernmental extremism\, with a particular focus on the militia movement and the boogaloo movement. To date\, he has trained thousands of federal\, state\, and local law enforcement officers on a variety of extremism and domestic terrorism-related issues. He frequently represents the ADL on national and international outlets\, including CNN\, NBC\, and the Guardian. Prior to joining the ADL\, he worked as an analyst in the New York Police Department’s counterterrorism and intelligence bureaus where he monitored terrorist activity around the world and ran terrorism-related investigations in the city\, focusing predominately on ISIS
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/who-are-patriot-front-nsc-131-what-massachusetts-christians-need-to-know-about-the-intersection-between-white-supremacy-and-christianity/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Justice,Lecture,Pastors,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
GEO:40.7510778;-73.991205
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200927
DTSTAMP:20200917T110101Z
CREATED:20200917T110101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T110101Z
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SUMMARY:Now Hiring: Director of Operations
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Council of Churches is searching for our next Director of Operations! \nThe 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 and bivocational ministry. The Director of Operations will work together with the other MCC staff in a highly collaborative team. \nThe specific role of the Director of Operations includes managing the administrative work of the Council\, maintaining institutional policies\, striving for systems clarity\, staffing the Disbursement Team of the One Church Fund\, and engaging Advisory Board members.  The Director of Operations is the lead Massachusetts Council of Churches staff person for the integrity and efficacy of our operations. We believe a mission of common Christian witness demands our excellence. \nThe position is ~ 21 hour per week\, currently remote. During non-COVID times\, this position will take place in the Boston office at least part of the time.  For more information and instructions on applying\, visit our website.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/now-hiring-director-of-operations/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Other
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200125T143000
DTSTAMP:20200116T200231Z
CREATED:20200116T200231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200116T200231Z
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SUMMARY:"Make it Plain": Selected Scenes and Lessons from the Racial and Cultural History of the Massachusetts Council of Churches
DESCRIPTION:A report and presentation on \n“Make It Plain: \nThe Agency and Legacy of People of Color \nIn the Massachusetts Council of Churches” \na research project made possible by a grant from Mass Humanities with support from Mass Cultural Council \nPresentation by Massachusetts Council of Churches Scholar in Residence \nJane Carol Redmont \nwith Community Responses \nSaturday\, January 25\, 1:00-2:30 PM \nReservoir Church\n170 Rindge Avenue Cambridge\, MA 02140-2528 \nAccessible by public transit. Parking available. \nParking and transit info \nFor the past several months\, Jane Redmont has been delving into our more than 50 boxes of archives and conducting interviews related to the history of the leadership of people of color\, especially African Americans\, in the MCC\, especially during the decades of turbulent change from the 1950s to the 1980s. Join us to discover some of her findings and insights and to join in community conversation!
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/make-it-plain-selected-scenes-and-lessons-from-the-racial-and-cultural-history-of-the-massachusetts-council-of-churches/
LOCATION:Reservoir Church\, 170 Rindge Ave\, Cambridge\, 02140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Lecture,Training
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GEO:42.3917953;-71.131417
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTSTAMP:20191027T145512Z
CREATED:20191010T203115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191027T145512Z
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SUMMARY:Lydia Fellows Program Paid Fellowships For Pastors
DESCRIPTION: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: financial pressure\, time management\, and pastoral identity.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Lydia Fellows program will address these barriers by increasing connectivity\, esteem\, authenticity\, and engagement through financially compensated fellowships. \nThe Lydia Fellows Program will support Pastoral fellows who will meet over the course of 1 year for retreats\, fellowship\, pastoral support and peer coaching. Through these gatherings and ongoing peer support\, we will increase connectivity among part-time pastors; we will increase the esteem for the skills\, creativity\, and complexity involved in part-time ministry; and we will increase the sense of authenticity and engagement among pastors serving in part-time positions. Ultimately\, the Mass Council of Churches desires to create spaces for pastors to flourish in part-time settings\, providing new models of vibrant ministry for the Church in Massachusetts. \nThis program will support pastors from a wide variety of denominations and traditions who work in the Church in less than full time positions.  These pastors may identify as part-time\, bi-vocational\, underemployed\, or as working multiple jobs out of economic necessity. \nThe Massachusetts Council of Churches will remunerate fellows for their time in the program with hopes of making learning and peer consultations possible for a new group of pastors seeking to grow in community and share best practices for supporting part-time ministry. \nHow To Apply:\n\nVisit https://www.masscouncilofchurches.org/lydia-fellows/ to fill out the online application.\n\nApplicants are encouraged to submit application within one setting. Applicants are encouraged to upload all documents (Essay\, Vocational Essay\, Resume or Curriculum Vitae) with application. Documents will be accepted in the DOC and PDF formats.\n\nIn gratitude for the variety of God’s creation\, we intentionally celebrate and make visible the diversity of people\, gifts\, traditions and perspectives.\n\nConsistent with the Mass Council of Churches’ value of diversity\, we aim to gather cohorts in each year that reflect the diversity and life of the church.\n\nThe deadline for a completed online application for the Lydia Fellowship for Thriving in Part-Time Ministry is November 10th\, 2019.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/lydia-fellows-program-paid-fellowships-for-pastors/
LOCATION:Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Pastors,Social,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
GEO:42.3514653;-71.0601767
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190920T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190920T213000
DTSTAMP:20190915T105031Z
CREATED:20190701T174616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T105031Z
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SUMMARY:"May We Forever Stand": Massachusetts Commemorates 400 Years of Black Resiliency
DESCRIPTION: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 endured as a beacon of hope and testimony to resurrection. On September 20\, 2019\, people of faith will gather to honor ancestors\, commemorate 400 years of resiliency\, and pray for an end to systemic and racial injustice.  \n  \nPreaching Black Resiliency:  \nA Master Class with Rev. Dr. Leslie Callahan \nFriday September 20\, 2019 at 12pm \n(Location) \n  \nPreachers are invited to attend this homiletic master class on preaching black resiliency. Rev. Dr. Leslie Callahan serves at the first female pastor of St. Paul’s Baptist Church in Philadelphia\, with degrees from Harvard\, Union Theological Seminary and Princeton University.  \n Space is limited. Lunch will be served and tickets required.  \n  \n  \n“May We Forever Stand”:  \nWorship with Bishop Claude Alexander preaching \nFriday September 20\, 2019 at 7:30pm \nGreater Framingham Community Church\, Framingham MA \nAll are invited to attend this ecumenical worship service for the praise of God and the celebration of the Black Church.  Bishop Claude Alexander has served as the Senior Pastor of The Park Church in Charlotte\, North Carolina for the past 27 years\, with degrees from Morehouse College\, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and Gordon Conwell Theological School. \n  \nMore information at http://www.masscouncilofchurches.org/400-years/
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/may-we-forever-stand-massachusetts-commemorates-400-years-of-black-resiliency/
LOCATION:Greater Framingham Community Church\, 44 Franklin St\, Framingham\, MA\, 01702\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Community Outreach,Featured,Pastors,Prayer,Worship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
GEO:42.2782452;-71.4181353
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181018T170000
DTSTAMP:20180625T203217Z
CREATED:20180523T195619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T203217Z
UID:12535-1539590400-1539882000@uniteboston.com
SUMMARY:Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising
DESCRIPTION: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 institutions that in turn enable donors motived by spiritual and religious values to experience the joy of generous giving. \nWho should attend: \nReligious leaders in faith-based organizations and institutions who wish to learn more about the spirituality of fundraising and gain a core foundation in fundraising principles. \nDate of program: \n\nOctober 15-18\, 2018\n8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\n\nRegistration: \nRegistration is now OPEN! For questions regarding registration\, wait list or refund\, please contact Rev. Meagan Manas at meagan@masscouncilofchurches.org. For questions regarding the curriculum\, please contact Lake Institute on Faith & Giving at lfi@iupui.edu or 317-278-8998.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/executive-certificate-in-religious-fundraising/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Cathedral\, Boston\, 138 Tremont St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Council of Churches":MAILTO:council@masscouncilofchurches.org
GEO:42.3558183;-71.0623838
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