I had the most wonderful time at the 2024 Synod of the Shrines of the Black Madonna of the Pan African Orthodox Christian Church last month. This historic Christian denomination was founded by Rev. Albert Cleage, Jr. aka Jaramogi Abebe Agyeman in the mid 20th century. My understanding of ministry and theological lens was greatly […]
Author Archives: Black Church FSN
Case Studies Programs Soil To Sanctuary
Case Study: Allen AME and the Soil to Sanctuary Program
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Case Studies Operation Higher Ground Programs
Case Study: Operation Higher Ground Program
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BCFSN Updates The Network
Now Accepting Applications: Board Chair of The Black Church Food Security Network
The Black Church Food Security Network is now accepting applications for the volunteer role of [...]
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BCFSN Network, BCFSN Updates, Black Church, The Network, Volunteer
A Call To Action For “DMV” Volunteers
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The Black Church Food Security Network is calling you to join our fight for food justice in our communities. We have some exciting new projects and partnerships in Baltimore and the DMV Area, and the Black Church Food Security Network is looking for volunteers! Are you a gardener, farmer, or passionate about community organizing? This […]
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Hello! My name is Iyana Gross and I will be writing a new section in the newsletter to share important topics and information that are relevant to our daily lives. But first – a little about me: I am a recent graduate from Morgan State University. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Biology major […]
BCFSN Updates, Black Church, Events, Health, Informational
First Baptist Church of Glenarden Hosts Successful Health Expo
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On Saturday, June 15, 2024, First Baptist Church of Glenarden held another successful Health Expo which provided information and fun for the entire family. One of the main organizers of the event was FBCG staff member, James “Big Dogg” Tate, an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach/Clinical Weight Loss Practitioner/Nutrition Therapist/Sports & Exercise Nutrition Advisor who lost […]
BCFSN Updates, Church Garden, Events, Maryland, Ministry Spotlight
Maryland Church Holds Powerful Panel On Health
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On Sunday, June 9, 2024, Clifton Park Baptist Church in Silver Spring, Maryland organized an innovative Health & Wellness worship service which included a panel discussion and farmer’s market. The panel focused on holistic health and featured Dr. Tom Pruski from Wesley Theological Seminary’s Heal The Sick program and renowned chiropractor, Dr. Marcia Levi from […]
BCFSN Network, BCFSN Updates, Black Farmers, Events, Virginia
Virginia Church Holds Innovative Health & Wellness Service
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On June 2, 2024 New Hope Baptist Church in Chesapeake, Virginia held an innovative Sunday service focused on health and wellness. The service was part of the church’s 105th anniversary celebration. Pastor Sam Logan used to day to launch an initiative called “90 Days To A Better Me.” The innovative worship service included a short […]
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Check out these images from our recent time in Detroit at the brand new Detroit Food Commons, Detroit People’s Food Co-op, D-Town Farm and The Council of Baptist Pastors of Detroit & Vicinity.
BCFSN Network, BCFSN Updates, Black Church, Black Farmers, Church Garden, Earth Day, The Network
Advancing Food Sovereignty In Atlanta For Earth Day!
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Apr
For the second year in a row, The Black Church Food Security Network spent #EarthDay Weekend in Atlanta. Georgia is in second place when it comes to where most of our member churches are currently located. (Maryland is number one!). We made great progress this past weekend on a number of exciting initiatives that we’ve […]
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