The Lehigh Conference of Churches

2024 Juneteenth Celebration
2024-06-14 11:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Dubbs Memorial Community Center, 457 W Allen Street, Allentown, PA, 18102

Noon Day Prayer
2024-08-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Dubbs Memorial Community Center, 457 W Allen Street, Allentown, PA, 18102

Back To School Bash
2024-08-30 13:00 - 15:00

Nourish Our Future Listening Session
2024-09-05 08:00 - 17:00
REGISTER: CLICK HERE

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week 2024
2024-11-17 08:00 - 2024-11-23 17:00
IT’S HERE! REGISTER NOW!
Visit https://lehighchurches.org/hhaweek/ for more information about the week!

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025
2025-01-18 08:00 - 2025-01-25 08:00
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity kicks on January 18th! The theme for the week, “Do you believe this?” (v. 26), takes its cue from the dialogue between Jesus and Martha when Jesus visited the home of Martha and Mary in Bethany following the death of their brother Lazarus. To read each participant’s full reflection, check out the links below, and feel free to spread the word about this meaningful week of unity and prayer.
Learn More About The Week (Click Here)

Week of Christian Unity Schedule
Saturday, January 18th
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Sunday, January 19th
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Monday, January 20th
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Tuesday, January 21st
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Wednesday, January 22nd
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Thursday, January 23rd
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Friday, January 24th
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Saturday, January 25th
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Cover Image: Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute (GEII)

Bread for the World 2025: Nourishing Our Future
2025-03-01 09:00 - 13:00
Learn More: https://ppjr.org/bfw25.htm

Connections & Conversations: Presented by The Conference
2025-05-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Fegleys Allentown Breworks, 812 Hamilton St, Allentown, PA, 18101, United States
Connections & Conversations: Presented by The Conference
Join The Conference for a fun evening of networking and connection at Fegley’s Allentown Brew Works! Meet professionals from diverse industries across the Lehigh Valley and gain valuable insights from Executive Director Abigail Goldfarb as she shares how The Conference is addressing hunger and homelessness in our community.
Don’t miss this chance to grow your network, enjoy a buffet dinner, and enter to win exciting giveaways—we can’t wait to see you there!
🎟️ Buffet dinner included with ticket purchase.
Event Location:
5th Floor (Elevators available for easy access)
Meal Details:
Dinner buffet provided
Vegan option available upon request

General Information
Registration: Register Here

2025 Nazareth Adult Soap Box Racing Association
2025-06-07 09:00 - 17:00
On the 1st Saturday of June, race teams gather on West Prospect Street in Nazareth to satisfy their need for speed. This is not your typical Boy Scout event. Anything from coffins to modified shopping carts is allowed. You build it, you race it!
Racers compete for speed and design. Trophies and bragging rights are up for grabs!
Registration begins on January 1, 2025, and ends on May 24, 2025, unless the max of 54 registered cars is achieved. The early bird registration fee is $45 which increases to $60 on March 1, 2025.
Practice runs from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on race day with the race starting at noon. Double elimination will decide the winners. All team members must sign a waiver on race day to participate.
NASBRA is run by the Lehigh Conference of Churches since 2022. Proceeds benefit the homeless and homeless prevention. www.lehighchurches.org.

NASBRA General Information
Race Day Registration, Register Here
NASBRA Flyer, NASBRA Official Flyer
NASBRA Rules and Regulations, (Official rules and regulations.)
NASBRA Waiver, Please review and complete the waiver (Click Here)
Sponsorship Opportunites
Support NASBRA and Become a Sponsor, Click Here
Sponsorship Details, Click Here

2nd Annual Back-to-School Bash
2025-08-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Dubbs Memorial Community Center, 457 W Allen Street, Allentown, PA, 18102
Save the Date!

Join us for a 2nd Annual Back to School Bash on Friday, August 1st at The Lehigh Conference of Churches in the back parking lot as we support students in need with a fun- filled day of games, prizes, food, and free school supplies — all at no cost!

Please note: students must be present to receive school supplies.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate and get ready for the 2025 – 2026 school year! Keep an eye on our social media for update and more details.

For questions or to coordinate donation drop-offs, please contact Amarelis Rodriguez at Arodriguez@lehighchurches.org or 610-433-6421 ext. 6241.

Community Conversations: Solutions From Beyond The Valley
2025-11-07 08:30 - 11:00
Join Allentown Commission on Homelessness and Regional Homeless Advisory Board (RHAB) as Abigail Goldfarb, Executive Director of The Lehigh Conference of Churches, returns from her sabbatical to share powerful reflections. During her travels across the United States, Abigail engaged in hands-on work and meaningful conversations focused on homelessness and housing insecurity. Her presentation will offer a unique look at what she learned and how those experiences can inspire our continued efforts to build a stronger, more compassionate
Register Here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/5u4qwps

Mental Health Challenges for Children & Youth Facing Homelessness
2025-11-15 08:00 - 17:00
“How can we expect the next generation of adults to be prepared to inherit our communities if youth today are going hungry and do not have a place to call home? Where did the empathy for our children and their families go?”
During the ’22 – ’23 school year in Pennsylvania, there were an estimated 46,000 children considered unhoused, and over 1,000 of those children are located here in the Lehigh Valley. These figures represent the highest number ever recorded in Pennsylvania!
Secure sources of shelter, food, water, and rest are necessary for the healthy growth and development of any child. Lacking in any of these areas can cause developmental delays and trauma to their young, developing minds, and in the lives of teens. Saturday, November 15th, from 8:30 am-11:30 am, join the Lehigh Conference of Churches at First Presbyterian Church in Bethlehem as we host local and state experts to empower ourselves to make a difference in the lives of those 1,000 children.
This event will feature a panel discussion featuring representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, local school districts, Valley Youth House, and resource tables to equip you with the knowledge to secure the future of the Lehigh Valley! To register, please use the link below.
Download Event Flyer
Register Here

Event Schedule

8:30 AM – Doors Open & Check-In
9:00–9:30 AM – Welcome & Introductions
9:30–10:30 AM – Panel Discussion
10:30–11:00 AM – Audience Q&A
11:00–11:30 AM – Networking & Closing

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week 2025
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-22
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week 2025

Be part of a powerful week of action, compassion, and community as we celebrate our 4th Annual Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week! This year features a mix of exciting new events and cherished favorites from years past—all focused on supporting our neighbors in need.
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is an annual program where people come together across the country to draw attention to the problems of hunger and homelessness. Participating groups spend the week holding a series of educational, service, fundraising, and advocacy events.

Locally, the Conference will engage in a week of daily activities to educate the community, advocate for change, and raise funds to help those facing hunger and homelessness in the Lehigh Valley.

Learn more and register for Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week activities at lehighchurches.org/hhaweek/.

Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, "Embracing the Stranger, Give Thanks and Provide"
2025-11-25 19:00 - 21:00
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, “Embracing the Stranger, Give Thanks and Provide”
Tuesday, November 25, 7:00 p.m., hosted by the Episcopal Church of the Mediator and Refugee Community Center, 1620 W. Turner St., Allentown, PA 18102.

Parking is available at the Masonic Temple lot on Linden St. by 16th St.

Everyone is invited to bring non-perishable food items and/or monetary donations to support our neighbors who are hungry and/or homeless. Donations will go to the Allentown Ecumenical Food Bank and the Lehigh Conference of Churches.

A light dessert reception will follow, and people are invited to bring something to share that reflects their tradition. (Please label as halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, etc.)

We are creating an interfaith choir for the evening. More information will be available soon for those who would like to join.

2026 Annual Meeting
2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Faith Church, 6528 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA, 18106, United States
Join The Conference for an engaging evening of connection, conversation, and community at our 2026 Annual Meeting. This is a great opportunity to network with nonprofit professionals, meet our board members, and hear directly from Executive Director Abigail Goldfarb as she shares how The Conference is addressing hunger and homelessness in our community.
Come learn more about the impact being made and how you can be part of the work moving forward. Early bird tickets are just $15 through April 30. We’d love to have you there! Register now!
Location:Faith Church6528 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA 18106
Refreshments:A selection of Chick-fil-A meal boxes, including chicken sandwiches, nuggets, and more.

General Information
Registration: Register Here

2026 Campbell Lecture Series: Faith & Home
2026-05-28 17:00 - 20:00
About This Event

Faith & Home: Can declining mainline Protestant churches cause an affordable housing movement?
Join Faith & Home collaborators for a thoughtful panel discussion and exhibition!
Lehigh faculty in Religious Studies, Architecture, and Design will explore the intersection of mainline Protestant decline and the housing crisis, and how these challenges can become opportunities.
Following the panel, explore design visions for housing on faith sites that preserve spaces for worship and community life while addressing local housing needs.
Agenda

Doors Open / Light Refreshments: 5:00 – 5:30 PM
Dialogue / Q&A: 5:45 – 6:45 PM
Dinner / Exhibition: 7:00 – 8:00 PM

Location
The Episcopal Church of the Mediator, 1620 W Turner St, Allentown, PA 18102

Register Here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026campbelllectureseries/event/faith/

2026 Nazareth Adult Soap Box Racing Association
2026-06-06 09:00 - 17:00 | W. Prospect Street, Nazareth PA
We’re excited to announce the 9th Annual Nazareth Adult Soap Box Racing Association event, set for Saturday, June 6th, 2026! This year, we’re bringing back the thrill of gravity-powered racing on West Prospect Street with even more excitement and fun for all involved.
Registration begins January 1, 2026, and ends May 24, 2026, unless the maximum of 54 registered cars is achieved. The early bird registration fee is $45, which increases to $60 on March 1, 2026.
Join us for the ride of a lifetime and help make this year’s race the best one yet! (follow these rules and regulations)
Practice runs from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on race day, with the race starting at noon. Double elimination will decide the winners. All team members must sign a waiver on race day in order to participate.
NASBRA has been run by the Lehigh Conference of Churches since 2022. Proceeds benefit the homeless and homeless prevention. www.lehighchurches.org.

NASBRA General Information
Race Day Registration: Register Here
NASBRA Flyer: NASBRA Official Flyer
NASBRA Rules and Regulations: Official Rules and Regulations
Sponsorship Opportunites
Support NASBRA and Become a Sponsor: Click Here
Sponsorship Details: Click Here
