In 2017, we partnered with Bishop Heber Brown, II and the Shiloh Baptist Church of Edgemere, Maryland (20 minutes from Baltimore City) to launch a garden on their campus. The garden ministry began with much flair and excitement. Many members of the congregation were inspired by the effort given their experiences growing up down south. […]
Monthly Archives: May 2022
BCFSN Updates
A Note From Our Executive Director: Thank You Linneal Smith
I am incredibly grateful for the partnership that I’ve had with Linneal Smith through our [...]
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BCFSN Network BCFSN Updates
We’re Hiring! (Gardens Coordinator)
Gardens Coordinator Request for Proposals Released: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Due Date for Proposals: Sunday, [...]
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Feb
BCFSN Network BCFSN Updates
We’re Hiring! (Deputy Director)
The Black Church Food Security Network (BCFSN) is searching for our next Deputy Director–a people-centered [...]
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Dec
Dec
Case Studies Programs Soil To Sanctuary
Case Study: Allen AME and the Soil to Sanctuary Program
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Jul
BCFSN Network, Black Church, Coordinating Committees, Ministry Spotlight, Philadelphia
Ministry Spotlight: Bethel AME Church of Ardmore Wins Garden Award
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May
We are happy to share that a BCFSN Member, Bethel Community Garden/Ardmore Victory Garden Program, was selected to receive a 2022 Go-for-the-Green Award for supporting the expansion of gardens throughout the community such that more produce is grown locally, thus improving community wellness, intergenerational learning, and food sovereignty! Much appreciation is extended to Frances Condon, […]
BCFSN Network, Black Church, Ministry Spotlight
Ministry Spotlight: Saunders Memorial AME Church (Detroit)
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May
May
For Earth Day 2022, Saunders Memorial AME Church in Detroit began a children’s garden. This garden is being spearheaded by one of the church’s young people who is a 4th generation member, 11-year-old Kaylee Shreeve. Kaylee is an active Girl Scout and is working towards her Junior Gardener badge with completion of this project. Kaylee […]
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May
May
Spend #Juneteenth weekend with The Black Church Food Security Network! We’re loading up and going back “down the country” to meet Black farmers, walk their sacred lands, reconnect with our history & experience the flavors of farm-fresh food! June 17-19, 2022 we’re headed to Virginia and North Carolina. For more details including payment information visit […]
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May
May
Are you a member yet or do you know a church that has been considering becoming a member of The Black Church Food Security Network? When you are a member church, you receive: Financial support for garden or food-system related initiatives. Technical support for your planning and coordination Interactive and hands-on trainings. Administrative support to […]
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May
May
The day after my final Sunday as pastor of Pleasant Hope Baptist Church, I was on a plane headed to North Carolina. I was invited to speak at the Mid Year Conference of the General Baptist State Convention of North Carolina, Inc. (GBSCNC) – a state convention of the National Baptist Convention which is the […]
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May
May
The Black Church Food Security Network is growing! We are bringing on new team members to help us to deliver on our mission of creating Black-led food ecosystems across the country. People in these roles will have an opportunity to make an impact across the organization as we continue to expand our reach. Learn more […]