The Local Food Feast is always one of the highlights of Carolina Farm Stewardship Association's Sustainable Agriculture Conference. Keynote speaker Paul Holmbeck coordinated the successful European campaign for a total ban on GMOs and played a central role in Denmark’s new goal of 60% organic food in all public sector meals. This fascinating former Durham resident […]
Join Partners in Health and Wholeness and the Partnership for Community Care for this workshop on Healthy Food Pantries. Learn how to donate and create food pantries to build a healthy community. Discover what constitutes a "healthy" food pantry item and why promoting health as a practice of our faith is crucial to assist in […]
In a riveting journey that will change forever how you think about the hungry, this film shows how the issue could be solved forever, once the American public decides—as they have in the past—that ending hunger is in the best interests of everyone. Coordinated by Bread for the World at Catholic Campus Ministry, NC […]
This annual gathering brings together agencies, organizations, and activists dedicated to improving the lives of farmworkers and their families. Summit participants share skills, knowledge, and resources through presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities. Farmworker advocates from across the state will have the chance to learn from and update one another on the latest issues affecting North […]
We are co-sponsoring an opportunity for pastors and church leaders to come together and engage in conversation about food justice issues. We will discuss food insecurity and food deserts within Winston-Salem as well as the connection between food and faith at “Churches Working Together: A Food Justice Event.” It takes place on Saturday, April 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in […]
A day of inspiration and practical suggestions for transforming your congregation's vision into action for addressing food insecurity. Morning workshops and afternoon visits with food ministries and a beautiful community garden. Hear action leaders discuss ideas and resources for congregations that would like to start or expand a food ministry. Featured speakers are Joy Williams […]
Bring a bag lunch, and join Council staff and friends for fellowship at 11:30 a.m. We'll provide drinks and dessert. Beginning at noon, Executive Director George Reed will provide an update on the Council's work for social justice, then choose up to two break-out sessions focused on specific areas of work: Creation Care led by NCIPL […]
Join Council staff and friends for a light breakfast at 8:30 a.m. followed by welcoming remarks by Bishop Porter Taylor, Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina at 9. Executive Director George Reed will provide an update on the Council's work for social justice, then choose up to two break-out sessions focused on specific areas of […]
Come to the Table events bring together members of the faith community with farmers, gardeners, farmworkers, educators, health professionals, and community organizations to find solutions to relieve hunger and support local agriculture. Conference attendees can expect plenaries, topical breakout sessions, lively speakers, a great lunch, and networking opportunities. These conferences provide an environment that fosters regional […]
“Building, Planting, Growing: A Service of Reconciliation” will focus on reconciling ourselves with the land and within our communities. Clergy from First Baptist Church of Elon, First United Methodist Church of Elon, Elon Community Church and Buckhorn United Methodist Church will lead the service. All are welcome. “We are called to be peacemakers in all […]
Come to the Table events bring together members of the faith community with farmers, gardeners, farmworkers, educators, health professionals, and community organizations to find solutions to relieve hunger and support local agriculture. Conference attendees can expect plenaries, topical breakout sessions, lively speakers, a great lunch, and networking opportunities. These conferences provide an environment that fosters regional […]
The Raleigh chapter of Bread for the World, in cooperation with the NC Council of Churches and many other North Carolina civic, congregational, and business leaders, is sponsoring the 2015 statewide Bread for the World convention with the theme "Uniting Our Voices to End Hunger." Bread for the World is a Christian advocacy organization with the […]
Come to the Table events bring together members of the faith community with farmers, gardeners, farmworkers, educators, health professionals, and community organizations to find solutions to relieve hunger and support local agriculture. Conference attendees can expect plenaries, topical breakout sessions, lively speakers, a great lunch, and networking opportunities. These conferences provide an environment that fosters regional […]
***This event has been POSTPONED due to severe weather forecast. New date is TBD. Check back for more information.*** The NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide clergy series on immigration. These events are geared toward busy religious professionals and faith leaders, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context […]
The NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide clergy series on immigration. These events are geared toward busy religious professionals and faith leaders, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free meal). This series revolves around sharing a meal together and hearing from […]
The NC Council of Churches is continuing its successful statewide clergy series on immigration. These events are geared toward busy religious professionals and faith leaders, and they provide an overview of immigration issues in the context of a great networking event (and free meal). This series revolves around sharing a meal together and hearing from knowledgeable […]
