Category Archives: Events

BCFSN Updates, Events, Maryland, Students

๐Ÿฅ— Sprouting Change: Highlights from “Sowing Justice” Event

Posted on by Black Church FSN
05
Apr

The “Sowing Justice: Cultivating A Just Food System” event at the Community College of Baltimore County was a resounding success! ๐ŸŒฟ Aimed at transforming our approach to food justice, the gathering brought together passionate advocates and leaders to foster meaningful dialogue and actionable solutions.   Key objectives? Simple yet profound. The event sought to bridge […]

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Baltimore, Community Organizing, Events

MLK Day 2025: Where Do We Go From Here?

Posted on by Black Church FSN
22
Jan

Monday, January 20, 2025 was a different kind of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday because it was also the presidential inauguration day for Donald Trump.  We gathered as a community to celebrate those who labored in the Black Freedom Struggle from various lanes and walks of life.  Simultaneously, we hosted a Freedom School […]

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Atlanta, BCFSN Membership, BCFSN Updates, Black Church, Black Farmers, Earth Day, Events, The Network

Black Church & Black Farm Make History This Sunday in Atlanta!

Posted on by Black Church FSN
19
Aug

This week, weโ€™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 […]

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BCFSN Membership, Black Church, Events, The Network

Synod of the Shrines of the Black Madonna

Posted on by Black Church FSN
08
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 […]

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BCFSN Updates, Black Church, Events, Health, Informational

First Baptist Church of Glenarden Hosts Successful Health Expo

Posted on by Black Church FSN
23
Jun

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 […]

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BCFSN Updates, Church Garden, Events, Maryland, Ministry Spotlight

Maryland Church Holds Powerful Panel On Health

Posted on by Black Church FSN
23
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 […]

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BCFSN Membership, BCFSN Updates, Black Farmers, Events, Virginia

Virginia Church Holds Innovative Health & Wellness Service

Posted on by Black Church FSN
03
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 […]

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BCFSN Updates, Black Farmers, Events, The Network

Thank you Essence Festival & New Orleans!

Posted on by Black Church FSN
07
Jul

Because of the generosity of the Fund II Foundation, the Black Church Food Security Network team was in New Orleans, Louisiana at the Essence Festival of Culture which took place Friday, June 30 – Sunday, July 2, 2023.  This annual event brings upwards of 500,000 attendees – mostly Black women – to New Orleans for […]

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