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Middle Collegiate Church Reopens, Celebrates Community Resilience

4/21/2025

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After a devastating fire in December 2020, Middle Collegiate Church in Manhattan joyfully reopened its doors on Easter Sunday. This new sanctuary stands as a beacon of resilience and hope, with Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis highlighting its vital role in the community since 1892. Exciting plans for a community green space are also underway, promising to enrich the neighborhood further.

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Story summary

After a devastating fire in December 2020, Middle Collegiate Church in Manhattan joyfully reopened its doors on Easter Sunday. This new sanctuary stands as a beacon of resilience and hope, with Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis highlighting its vital role in the community since 1892. Exciting plans for a community green space are also underway, promising to enrich the neighborhood further.