Bricks and Mortals

10/08/2026

What happens when communities open their doors to one another? 🤝

More than 100 mosques across the UK recently opened their doors to the public through the “Visit My Mosque” initiative, creating opportunities for conversation, cultural exchange, and connection between Muslims and their neighbors.

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As attacks on Muslim places of worship rise, this weekend more than 100 mosques offered conversation, food and friendship to challenge prejudice

10/06/2026

Don't miss our 2026 Faith-Owned Property Summit!

📅 Thursay, October 22
⏰ 8:30AM – 12:30PM
📍 Trinity Church

This citywide gathering will connect faith communities, housing organizations, real estate professionals, and policy leaders to reimagine how faith-owned properties can strengthen neighborhoods and expand opportunities.

✨ Why should you join us?
➡️ Faith leaders: Learn about new city and state policies, hear stories from other congregations, and connect with potential partners.
➡️ Professionals: Discover project opportunities, share expertise, and build relationships with congregations ready to move their ideas forward.

From affordable housing to arts programs, immigrant services to education, faith properties can spark real change.

👉 Reserve your spot today: https://bricksandmortals.swoogo.com/summit2026

09/28/2026

Please join us in welcoming Rabbi Joel Mosbacher, Senior Rabbi at Temple Shaaray Tefila, to the New Bricks and Mortals team! 🎉

Since 2016, Rabbi Mosbacher has led Temple Shaaray Tefila with a deep commitment to social justice, Jewish values, and community engagement.

A longtime advocate for human rights and reducing gun violence, he brings decades of leadership and a passion for building stronger, more connected communities.

We’re thrilled to welcome Rabbi Mosbacher and all he brings to the team! ✨

09/25/2026

St. Anne’s Church in London is bringing faith, nature and community together through a new initiative with its famous neighbor, Kew Gardens. 🌿

The Kew Theology & Gardening project offers talks, retreats and guided walks that explore theology, gardening and care for creation — creating new ways for the church to engage its community and address environmental challenges.

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(RNS) — In a corner of west London, an Anglican church is using its proximity to one of the most famous botanical gardens in the world, Kew Gardens, as a reason for a new venture linking theology and nature.

09/22/2026

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09/20/2026

Happy Yom Kippur from Bricks and Mortals!

09/18/2026

Our 2026 Faith-Owned Property Summit convenes leaders from faith communities, housing organizations, government agencies, real estate, and policy.

We'll discuss how to unlock affordable housing development opportunities and understand how real estate may advance your mission while monetizing your bottom line.

Here's a sneak peek of our great sessions! Register: https://bricksandmortals.swoogo.com/summit2026

09/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming David Soles, Director of Diocesan Property Services at the Episcopal Diocese of New York, to the New Bricks and Mortals team! 🎉

David brings decades of experience in facilities planning, real estate, and operations, with leadership roles at NYU and Rockefeller University.

He has led major capital projects, large-scale facility expansions, and diverse cross-functional teams, bringing a strong track record of strategic planning, organizational leadership, and community-focused development.

We’re thrilled to welcome David and all he brings to the team! ✨

09/14/2026

The Episcopal Diocese of New York is embracing a story of renewal, not decline. 🌱

In Kingston, two congregations with more than 150 years of history have come together to form a new, intercultural and multilingual community: the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit/Iglesia Episcopal del Espíritu Santo.

As the Diocese navigates church growth, new ministries, property challenges and congregational closings, Bishop Matthew Heyd says these changes are part of a larger story of “life, death and resurrection.”

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(RNS) — Ours is a story of renewal and change, not decline and death. The invitation is simply to say so, plainly, and to live it across our communities and neighborhoods.

09/12/2026

Happy Rosh Hashanah to those who celebrate!