In today’s newsletter:
Community Highlight: How Faithly looks to connects church leaders with technology.
May Vocational and Church Meetups: From Memorial Day picnics to theological courses, check out a list of upcoming events for Christians across NYC.
Events Form: Let us know what we missed. Submit a gatherings or connect us with your church calendar.
COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHT
Faithly: Supporting Church Leaders through Tech
Alicia Lee, CEO and co-founder of Faithly.
Alicia Lee is the CEO and co-founder of Faithly, a digital platform to connect and equip pastors, church staff, and ministry leaders. Often referred to as “LinkedIn for ministry,” Faithly provides practical tools—including a job board, group management, and event registration—to support connection across the faith community.
Alicia started Faithly because she felt a deep calling to build something that would support and unify Christian leaders across denominations and roles.
Prior to starting Faithly, Alicia worked at Goldman Sachs for 18 years, where she was most recently the Head of Asset Manager Sales for the firm’s Equities Sales and Trading Franchise in New York City.
Alicia serves as an Elder at Lower Manhattan Community Church, where she and her family have been active members for over a decade.
Faithly officially launches this September at the Sing! Conference in Nashville, TN. The team will debut their first mobile app, joining thousands of ministry leaders already using Faithly every day.
In the meantime, you can explore the platform and create a profile before the official launch! You can also reach out to Alicia directly.
VOCATIONAL MINISTERIES
Catalyze.nyc: Where Faith Meets Entrepreneurship.
Catalyze.nyc is a growing NYC community of founders, funders, and startup folks exploring what it means to follow Jesus in the startup world. Whether you're just starting out or deep into building, it’s a space to connect, pray, share wisdom, and talk honestly about ambition, purpose, and faith.
They host happy hours, coffee clubs, and quarterly gatherings — and the next ones coming up:
Thursday Coffee Club
May 22, 2025
9:00–10:30 AM
Bluestone Lane (Tribeca), 109 West Broadway, New York, NY 10013
June Happy Hour
June 2, 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Talea Beer Co. West Village, 102 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014
Stop by, grab a coffee, join happy hour, and meet others on the journey.
Arthouse2B Catholic Arts Ministry
New Works Festival
Arthouse2B invites submissions for its first New Works Festival, a one-night showcase of bold, experimental performances—including plays, puppetry, dance, and more—happening in September; works should run 20–60 minutes, be performer-driven with minimal tech, and submissions are due by June 1, 2025.
June 1, 2025 | Submission Deadline; Location: TBD
Christians*inTech NYC Tech Week Events
Faith in AI
A candid dive into algorithms, ethics, and formation. Expect guest speakers, networking, and conversation that spans GPU stacks and theology stacks.
June 5, 2025 7:00-8:30 PM, Location: TBD
Christians in Tech Picnic 2.0
Worship, testimonies, board games, and the friendliest potluck in Manhattan. RSVP link lands next week—watch your inbox.
June 8, 12:30-2:00 PM; Location: Central Park
Faith and Works Arts Industry Night
CFW's Spring Arts Industry Night invites creative professionals to explore the meaning of ambition in the life and work of Christian artists through panel discussions, interactive exercises, and community fellowship.
June 2, 2025 | 6:30-9:00 PM; Location: W83 Ministry Center: 150 W 83rd Street
Goldenwood AfterWork
Goldenwood's 2025 AfterWork series invites attendees into a monthly gathering that fosters spiritually attentive community, inspiring hopeful, human-centered work and celebrating the launch of the Goldenwood Collective.
May 29, 2025 | 5:30-7:00 PM; Location: Goldenwood Commons: 109 E 31st St, 4th Fl
CHURCH EVENTS
Social Sundays
Social Sundays take place every first Sunday after the 12PM service at 345 Adams St.—a relaxed time to eat, connect, and build community with others at Bridge.
First Sundays of the Month | 2:00-3:30 PM) Location: 345 Adams St. New York, NY
Men of the Word
Description: Men are invited to a Monday night gathering on May 19 at 7:00 p.m. at 190 Livingston Street for fellowship and discussion on revival, manhood, and spiritual growth.
May 19, 2025 | 7:00 PM) Location: 190 Livingston St. Annex, Brooklyn, NY
Creative.nyc presents May Artist Salon
Monday, May 12 at 7pm features a spring artist salon themed "Resilience," where artists can share work, engage in conversation, and celebrate creativity in community.
May 12, 2025 | 7:00-9:30 PM; Location: TBD
Church Girl Conference
The Church Girl Conference 2025, themed BREATHE, is a three-day experience designed to refresh, empower, and equip women to embrace their God-given identity through worship, dynamic speakers, engaging panels, and practical breakout sessions.
May 16-18, 2025 | May 16 (7:00 PM) - May 18 (1:00 PM); Location: 150 W. 83rd St. NY, NY
Go Jersey City
The 10th annual GO Jersey City on June 14, 2025 is a fun-filled day of service where residents come together to support local nonprofits and parks while giving back to the community.
June 14, 2025 | 10:00 AM-1:00 PM; Location: City Hall Plaza Jersey City
Memorial Day Picnic
Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with food, lawn games, and fun at Liberty State Park—grilled meats provided, just bring a side or drinks to share and register in advance to help with preparations!
May 26, 2025 | 12:00-3:00 PM; Location: Flag Plaza at Liberty State Park
Young Adult Night
College students and young adults from across NYC can gather for a powerful night of prayer, reflection, and community to dive into Scripture, share stories, and grow together in faith.
May 22, 2025 | 7:00-9:00 PM; Location: Life Center Church: 75 Maiden Lane, New York, NY
Middle Players Presents, "STAND CLEAR OF THE CLOSING DOORS"
Middle Collegiate Church offers a free performance of "STAND CLEAR OF THE CLOSING DOORS"—a show exploring the hidden stories of subway riders—followed by a reception and access to on-site art galleries.
May 18, 2025 | 2:00-4:00 PM; Location: The Salmagundi Club: 47 5th Ave b/w 11th and 12th St
The Deeply Formed Life Conference
The Deeply Formed Life Conference is a gathering for leaders and believers seeking deeper spiritual formation, offering unhurried space for worship, teaching, prayer, and reflection to renew vision for life and ministry.
June 5 (4:00 PM) - June 6 (5:00 PM); Location: New Life Fellowship Church: 8210 Queens Blvd. Elmhurst, NY
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