Tag Archives: Riverside Church

Hands Across Harlem: Combating Violence Through Direct Action

A Proposal for Combating Violence in Harlem’s Communities

Through DIRECT ACTION

HANDS ACROSS HARLEM is a concept that was developed by a coalition of concerned individuals who are committed to reducing violence in Harlem communities through direct action.  Continue reading

An Evening with Women of Excellence in the Arts in Harlem

An Intimate Discussion With Beverly Bond,  Lillias White, Malikha Mallette, Melba Moore, and Winsome Sinclair

The Riverside Theatre will host the 3rd annual Women’s History Month celebration coined, “An Evening with Women of Excellence in the Arts,” on Monday, March 26th at 6pm. Five phenomenal women will share an intimate discussion about their personal journeys in the industry. The esteemed panel will be moderated by Image Activist and Writer Michaela Angela Davis and will include, Lillias White, Melba Moore, Beverly Bond, Malikha Mallette, and Winsome Sinclair.   Continue reading

Join the Annual Wedding Open House 2012 at Riverside Church

“2011 Pick for Best Wedding” – The Knot

Helping future brides and grooms navigate through the many important details and choices in planning their weddings,… Continue reading

Groups join Hands Across Harlem to reduce violence

A coalition of groups from across the city is formulating an ambitious program to combat gang and gun violence in Harlem. Continue reading

Walter’s World: Weekend Picks- Opera, Art and a Dancing Birthday Celebration

By Walter Rutledge

This weekend Opera returns to Harlem. Art also makes a big statement uptown. While a Harlem landmark has a birthday. Continue reading

New Year’s Eve Watch Night Service At Riverside Church

In celebration of the New Year, over 1,000 people from all walks of life are expected to fill the halls of historic Riverside Church for its New Year’s Eve … Continue reading

Memorial Service for Dr. Muriel Petioni (updated)

Dr. Muriel Majorie Petioni, Harlem doctor and founder of the Friends of Harlem Hospital Center: “Words can never adequately provide a true expression of the sympathy one feels at the passing of such a dear friend… Continue reading

Rev. James A. Forbes, Jr., Sends a Message Of Spiritual Renewal

The Rev. Dr. James A. Forbes, Jr., senior minister emeritus of The Riverside Church and president and founder of the Healing of the Nations Foundation, has been appointed the Harry Emerson Fosdick Distinguished Professor by Union Theological Seminary (UTS). The Seminary, the preeminent global leader in progressive, theological graduate education, will also serve as a base for Forbes as he launches a national ministry of preaching and spiritual renewal. Continue reading