The Black Church Food Security Network Jacksonville Chapter put on a wonderful event called Christmas on the Farm! There was fun, food and fellowship around a bonfire at Sis. Sylvia Powell’s farm. Celebrity Chef Amadeus blessed us with a scrumptious menu that was finger-licking good! Adults and children of all ages in the community came […]
Are you looking for an exciting activity this holiday season? Join us on the December Soil to Sanctuary Market Tour! Do you still have some names left on your gift list? There will be Black Church Food Security Network merchandise available for purchase at every event! Sunday, December 11th – First Baptist Church of Baltimore (Baltimore) […]
Earlier this year, our brothers and sisters at Love Missionary Baptist Church were in need of updates to their septic system. This church, which played a major role in the civil rights movement in Jacksonville, was at risk of closure. This would have left a significant void in the community and the neighbors who depend […]
Our Coordinating Committee in Jacksonville, Florida has been thriving as they helped an incredible amount of churches this year battle through the seasonal weather and challenges that come with first year gardens. Let’s check in on how The Masters Touch Ministry finished out their first year with Black Church Food Security Network! Below is an […]
In Jacksonville’s Westside, there is the little church that could. A Masters Touch Ministry was one of the first members of the BCFSN of Jacksonville and their journey has been quite inspiring. Starting last Spring, A Masters Touch began their agricultural journey with 3 small raised beds. Planted in the beds tomatoes, peppers, greens, and […]
Not all churches in The Black Church Food Security Network have gardens. Some of our member churches partner with us to host Black farmer’s markets. Other member churches work with us to buy in bulk from Black farmers. We’re not a one-size-fits-all organization because all of our churches are different. The thing we have in […]
At BCFSN, we thrive in part from our local Coordinating Committees positioned across the country that act as a “hub” for churches in that specific region to build relationships and discuss location specific topics. This week, let’s shine a spotlight on one of our churches: Pleasant Hope Church located in the Historic Northside of Jacksonville, Florida. […]
At BCFSN, we thrive in part from our local Coordinating Committees positioned across the country that act as a “hub” for churches in that specific region to build relationships and discuss location specific topics. We are committed to expanding our reach nationally but through the leadership of local people who serve as part of our […]
At BCFSN, we thrive in part from our local Coordinating Committees positioned across the country who act as a “hub” for churches in that specific region to build relationships and discuss location specific topics. It’s our duty to expand our reach nationally but through the work of our Coordinating Committees, we can also continue to […]
The Black Church Food Security Network continues to grow! We welcome New Mount Moriah AME Church in Jacksonville, Florida to our membership. We salute and celebrate Pastor Sha’Reff Rashad, Lady Sharon Rashad and their entire congregation to this fellowship. We interviewed them recently in order to learn more about their new church gardening effort. Check […]
