February 23, 2021
Churches in the nation’s capital seek to balance welcome and security
After a fire, protests and the tear-gassing of peaceful demonstrators, St. John’s Episcopal Church in Washington, D.C., boarded up its stained-glass windows and reluctantly agreed to the installation of a chain-link fence. But the congregation is finding ways for their building to remain a place of welcome and refuge, as are others in the city.
learn more about Churches in the nation’s capital seek to balance welcome and securityJanuary 26, 2021
Churches in predominantly Black communities can play a key role in vaccinating against COVID-19
Disparities in medical treatment and a history of clinical abuse have undermined trust in COVID-19 vaccines for some Black Americans. Faith leaders are helping through relationships and models for outreach.
learn more about Churches in predominantly Black communities can play a key role in vaccinating against COVID-19January 12, 2021
A congregation helps homeless people during the pandemic by offering refuge and support
When shelter options began to close for people living on the streets in Pasadena, California, All Saints Church stepped in by developing a system to offer its property safely and sustainably and to create a model for other churches to do the same.
learn more about A congregation helps homeless people during the pandemic by offering refuge and supportDecember 8, 2020
A devastating storm becomes a turning point for a historic African Methodist Episcopal church
When volunteers and donors helped repair massive flood damage to its building, the pastor and congregation paid back the community by creating an ambitious food ministry.
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