Strengthening Our Neighborhoods

[Reimagine Curator]

OUR VISION

PARISH STORIES

5 SIGNS

 

 

Tangible signs of love..

 

Many of us are asking what to do with church property for the good of the neighborhood. In the Columbia City neighborhood of Seattle, Pastor Darla DeFrance and Columbia City Church of Hope are in progress with their vision to transform an aging church building to a community hub with affordable housing. Read more here.

...in the everyday life of our neighborhoods

Nate's neighborhood lacked third spaces for neighbors to meet and kids to play. Neighbors came together to turn a vacant lot on their block into an oasis of connection and mutual investment in their place. Read about the power of neighbors working for the common good of their place.

We are looking for more stories from rural and suburban contexts. We know God is moving among you; will you tell us about it? Click below if you're open to us reaching out to hear your story.

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Who do you know that is doing amazing work in their neighborhood? We want to hear about them.   If you know of a friend, co-worker, or neighbor who is doing something interesting and inspiring in their place, hit reply to this email and nominate a neighbor who has a Parish Story to share. Join Tim Soerens in conversation with Rosa Lee Harden and Leroy Barber of Neighborhood Economics tomorrow, Wednesday September 18 at 9am PST/12pm EST. Neighborhood Economics is an organization that works to repair local economies, create equitable opportunities, and build communities where everyone can prosper. Come learn about their work!

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Parish Collective PO Box 80766 Seattle, WA 98108