Earlier this year, I announced that we would be putting even greater focus on making our hometown of Baltimore a demonstration site for what grassroots, faith-led food justice work looks like. Many of our member churches in our city became inactive or inconsistent after the pandemic. The “faithful few” that were keeping things going before […]
Category Archives: BCFSN Network
09
Sep
Sep
We are fortunate to be in partnership with an organization called Out For Justice (OFJ). This organization was founded by a group of formerly incarcerated individuals who were ready and willing to work but repeatedly denied employment due to their criminal record. With the support of justice-impacted individuals, their friends, and their family members, OFJ […]
Atlanta, BCFSN Network, Black Church, Black Farmers, Health, The Network
First CSA Distribution at Ebenezer Baptist Church! (Atlanta)
09
Sep
Sep
On Sunday, August 25, 2024, The Black Church Food Security Network was in Atlanta to celebrate the first Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) distribution day for Ebenezer Baptist Church. For nearly two years, The Black Church Food Security Network has been working with Pastor Raphael Warnock, his ministry team and congregation; helping them to connect with […]
Atlanta, BCFSN Network, BCFSN Updates, Black Church, Black Farmers, Earth Day, Events, The Network
Black Church & Black Farm Make History This Sunday in Atlanta!
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Aug
Aug
This week, we’ll witness another historic moment at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. For nearly two years, The Black Church Food Security Network has been working with Pastor Raphael Warnock, his ministry team and congregation; helping them to connect with Black farmers and expand their capacity for food justice ministry in the Atlanta Metro […]
Over the last several months, Azariah Moore has worked with Black Church Food Collective Network as an intern. She started her journey with BCFSN while she was an undergraduate student at Towson University. While majoring in International studies and having minors in Japanese and political science, Azariah was a key member in her club Towson […]
08
Jul
Jul
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 […]
BCFSN Network, BCFSN Updates, Black Church, The Network, Volunteer
A Call To Action For “DMV” Volunteers
08
Jul
Jul
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 […]
BCFSN Updates, Church Garden, Events, Maryland, Ministry Spotlight
Maryland Church Holds Powerful Panel On Health
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Jun
Jun
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
03
Jun
Jun
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 […]
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
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 […]