This church was founded on May 18th of 1847 by Reverend White and four other members who were tired of travelling to Manhattan for their place of worship. Reverend White was a well-known abolitionist, and the church and members' homes were often used as sanctuaries for runaway slaves. Since then, the Concord Baptist Church of Christ has dedicated time and thought to the African-American community and the current issues it faces. They provide the community with Sunday worship, Bible study, youth programs and music programs, as well as activism and service within the community.
All Saints Episcopal Church is an Episcopal/Anglican English-Gothic style church built in 1893, though part of the church was reconstructed after a fire in 1976. The windows, for which the church is known, are Tiffany windows transferred from the church's original location on Fourth Avenue. The church offers several study and interest groups, as well as a Uganda and Sudan mission program.
The facilities are also available for event rental.
Church! is a nontraditional take on the Christian church, self-described as "a group of people seeking to figure out how to follow Jesus in a challenging and changing world." The congregation gathers on Sunday at the Camp Friendship building on Eighth Street in Park Slope. The church also hosts a number of small group that meet outside of Sunday service to discuss spirituality and interest groups and activities such as triva night, knitting and basketball. Church! also runs the Postmark Cafe coffee shop on Fifth Avenue and Sixth Street.
The New Open Door Church of God in Christ of Christian denomination was founded in 1978 by the Rev. Jerry Burns. The outreach services of this church are impressive, including a soup kitchen, an educational tutoring program and a Chat and Chew service for prayer and discussion.
St. John-St. Matthew-Emanuel Lutheran Church was three churches whose congregations joined together as one in 1974. Since 1994, the church has been a Reconciling in Christ congregation, affirming LGBT persons as members of the church. The church is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.
The Saint Mary Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church has been serving Carroll Gardens and South Brooklyn since 1851. The structure casts a commanding presence on sleepy south Court Street. Interesting historical fact: Al Capone was married here.
Named for the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, this is a mosque and a school primarily for the African-American Muslim community. The school serves students from pre-school through eighth grade.
The First Unitarian Congregational Society is a member of the Unitarian Universalist Association. The welcoming fellowship hosts weekly worship services along with religious education programs for children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
Zen Center of New York City, aka Fire Lotus Temple, is the New York City branch of Zen Mountain Monastery, the main house of the Mountains and Rivers Order. The center teaches Buddhists who want to practice at home. The center is open daily in order to encourage everyday practice.
The Church of Haile Selassie is an Ethiopian theology that teaches of Jaweh manifested in the trinity known as Emperor Hallie Selassie. Contrary to popular mytholgy around Rastafarianism this complex and serious religion in this divinity finds its roots long ago in Africa. This church is modest in size but claims its following is wide. The brightly colored exterior adds distinct cultural flavor to Bed-Stuy.
Founded initially in the mid 19th century as a small prayer group and Sunday school, Greenwood Baptist Church has been in its present location on Seventh Avenue since 1900. The church offers a variety of oppurtunities for community services, such as local efforts to support the construction of a hospital in Haiti.
The Universal Church of the Kingdom of God was formed in Brazil in 1977. The church as founded on Pentecostal principals and is deeply routed in conservative Christian faith. The Universal Church can be found in 176 countries, having come to New York in 1986. This church on 4th Avenue is housed in an old cinema building; the interior looks more like a theater than your typical house of worship. Services are held in Spanish.
The Apostolic Faith Church is located on Dekalb Avenue between Throop Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard. This church hosts weekly prayer services on Sundays and Wednesdays, as well as a Bible study every Friday. This church is led by the Rev. P. Passade, pastor.
Founded in 1848, Union Temple is Brooklyn's oldest Jewish congregation. It offers a safe, engaging and inclusive environment for Reformed Jews with worship, Torah study, social action and youth programs and even a preschool.
On the quiet, church-heavy block of St. John's Place, Saint John's Episcopal Church has sat for over since 1826. The church is known for its active music program as well as a diverse congregation. The church also features a serene meditation and memorial garden.
St. Philip's Episcopal Church is a religious institution that provides spiritual services and guidance to its community. It offers a variety of programs, activities and organizations, including the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, the Women's Guild, Episcopal Church Women, food pantries and ministries, including prison and transit outreach.
Located just a few blocks south of Prospect Park, Holy Name Church is a Catholic church dating back to the 19th century. The church recently welcomed a new pastor, Reverend James K. Cunningham to its parish staff. The church grounds additionally host a Catholic school, the Holy Name of Jesus School. Mass is held Monday through Friday at 7am and 9am, Saturday at 9am and 5:30pm, and Sundays at 7:30am, 9am, 10:30am and noon. The 9am Sunday service is in Spanish.