Worship with us on Sunday, August 18 at 9:30 AM - LYFE Young Adult Sunday at Allen Temple! We are honored and blessed to welcome to the pulpit a longtime friend in ministry, the Reverend Dr. Harold Mayberry, Presiding Elder, Oakland/San Joaquin District of the African American Episcopal (AME) Church!

Join us on campus or in the Cyber Sanctuary via:

• YouTube
• Facebook
• Vimeo
• Dial-in (866) 904-0572

You can view and listen to the replay at any time thereafter on our video channels and dial-in line!

Join us immediately following worship for Sunday School Live! Those in the sanctuary are invited to remain for the lesson!

Studying with us online? Tune in on our YouTube, Facebook, or Vimeo channels! 

Click here to download Summer 2024 (June - August) lessons and scriptures!

Click here for lesson outlines - use them in your daily devotions and Bible Study!

Join us every Sunday for a deeper study of The Word through Teleconference Sunday School!

Click here to download Summer 2024 (June - August) lessons and scriptures!

Click here to view a list of classes and dial-in information! Classes available for all ages!

Election Season is upon us. Start preparing now by making sure you are registered to vote. To check your registration status, register to vote, and learn important dates in our area, visit Vote.org. Your vote is your voice. Let your voice be heard!

On Sunday, August 18 following worship, join the Health Education Ministry and Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for their Blood Cancer Information Symposium. Be informed with conversation and be in community as we discuss blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and how to advocate for yourself or a loved one. Continental breakfast provided. And, we are grateful for the generous donation of 50 box lunches from the National Coalition of Black Women Oakland East Bay Chapter! RSVP here or call Kimberly Thompson at (415) 625-1121

On Thursday, August 22 at 7pm, join us for the third installment in our Theological Thursday Live series - Psalms for Trying Times! This week's lesson will be taught by Reverend Dr. Martha C. Taylor!

Tune in online via YouTube, Facebook, or Vimeo, or dial in at 866-904-0572!

The Next Generation Ministry invites young people between the ages of 13 and 17 to take part in their Bibles and Blankets event at the San Leandro Marina! To register your young person, click here. For more information, email children@allen-temple.org

Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. Isaiah 60:1 (NIV)

Join us Friday, September 27 and Saturday, September 28 for our Emerge Intergenerational Women’s Conference!

Girls and women age 13 and up are invited to share in a time of teaching, preaching, and fellowship that will inspire you to walk in your purpose and support each other - we are stronger and better together. 

Early bird registration is open now online and in person after Sunday worship in the Courtyard!

• Youth (13-17 Years) - $25.00
• Adult (18 and up) - $75.00

Click here to reserve your space and register for breakout sessions! Share with your family, friends, and colleagues!

We invite you to join us throughout the week for virtual ministry experiences! Download our Virtual Ministry Schedule and share with family and friends!

While our 21-day Prayer Consecration has ended, our journey continues. It is important that we take this journey together. Author Paul Chappell has provided an excellent resource for us to engage as a congregation. Pastor Jacqueline Thompson is asking each Allen Temple leader & member and inviting our friends to secure a physical or electronic copy of the devotional Rooted in Christ: 366 Scriptural Devotions for Growing Christians. It will be used and referenced through this year of ministry. Learn more and get info on how to order the devotional here

Let’s come together and draw strength through prayer! Join us on Wednesday, August 28 at 7pm for our prayer call!

Connect with us live (667) 770-1225 / Participant Code 312234#

Can't make it to the live call? Hear the playback at our replay number (667) 770-1319 / Participant Code 312234# The playback of the call will be available for one week; you may access at any time through this same dial in information.

You can also submit your prayer request online or email to prayer@allen-temple.org

Join us for Thursday Noontime Bible Study with Pastor Jacqueline Thompson! Tune in one of two ways:

• Online via Zoom (meeting ID 850 3685 3206 / passcode 165725)
• By phone: 667-770-1385 (meeting ID 850 3685 3206 / passcode 165725)

We invite Allen Temple Leaders, Members, and Friends to join us in our 2024 Congregational Reading - Rooted in Christ: 366 Scriptural Devotions for Growing Christians.

Calling all children and youth! Our Next Generation Children’s & Youth Ministries invite you to Virtual Bible Study! Classes for Children (ages 5-11) and Youth (ages 12-17). Email children@allen-temple.org for connection details!

Following the Holy Scriptures as stated in Acts 6, the Deacons Ministry is following the Holy Spirit and requests the congregation to look out amongst yourselves for individuals who you feel would be appropriate candidates to serve as Deacons.

Understanding the needs of our growing and changing congregation, the Deacons Ministry at Allen Temple Baptist Church has elected to onboard a Deacons class of men and women in the Fall of 2024. To ensure transparency in our process and that we are receiving candidates from every area of our congregation, this process will be managed electronically. We ask that you pray and meditate on the following scriptures prior to making a nomination: Acts 6:1; Timothy 3:1-4; Titus 1:5-9. The nomination period will be open from August 18 through September 15, 2024. Nominations will not be accepted after this time frame. Please refer to the online nomination form, which contains the Deacons Ministry Nominations Process Document. Questions? Contact Deacons Ministry Chairperson Kendra Roberts-McClure at krmcclure@allen-temple.org.

Allen Temple is seeking committed individuals willing to use their gifts, talents and expertise to the glory of God as a member of our Trustee Ministry. The Trustee Ministry assists the Church in fulfilling its mission by serving as faithful stewards of the capital, financial and physical resources God has entrusted to our care. Useful areas of knowledge and experience include Banking and Finance, Accounting, Management, Administration, Human Resources, Communication, Property/Asset Management, Technology, and Contracts. For more information and to submit a nomination, refer to the online nomination form. Questions? Email Trustee Ministry Chairperson Beverly Randolph-Meeks at brandolphmeeks@allen-temple.org

Are you looking for a way to grow in Christ, connect with others and serve those in need? Are you ready to put your prayer life into action to encourage and use spiritual gifts to help share the Gospel? You may be interested in learning more about the Deaconess Ministry.

The Deaconess Ministry serves members by providing spiritual care and acts of mercy. We assist and cooperate with the Pastors and Deacons Ministry with visiting the sick, needy, and distressed members of the church. The ministry provides support to bereaved families and new members. In doing so, we assist the Pastors in developing the spiritual life of members through precept and example. Each month, the Deaconess Ministry prepares for the corporate observance of the ordinances of the Church – Communion and Baptism.

If you or someone you know would make an excellent candidate with a heart to serve, please feel free to leave a message for Deaconess Chair S. Jamila Buckner via the Church office at 510-544- 8910 or email here.

Thank you in advance for your prayerful consideration!

The Nursery Ministry welcomes those with a heart to care for babies and toddlers during worship to join with them. Background check required. For more information, click here to contact Deacon Yolonda Greenwell-Reese.

A new Mime Ministry has been started for young people between the ages of 6-18, Parents, guardians, and young people are invited to come to the Music Ministry Office after worship to receive more information or email children@allen-temple.org.

The First Responders Ministry welcomes those with a heart to assist those who are in need of medical care during worship services. Those with medical expertise (doctors, nurses, medical assistance, firefighters, paramedics) are invited to join with us.

For more information, email pastorsoffice@allen-temple.org

The Church Clerks Ministry welcomes those with a heart to assist new and current members to serve alongside them as they receive new members, coordinate baptisms & baby dedications, support ministry requests, and other important tasks.

For more information, contact Sister Lynelle Lewis, Church Clerk, at llewis@allen-temple.org.

The Public Ministry is seeking members, young and old, with a servant’s heart to work with us to achieve our mission. Our mission is to engage, educate and empower members of our congregation and community to become partners in Jesus’ ministry of justice and righteousness. Our vision is transformed communities locally, nationally, and internationally practicing Jesus’ ministry of justice so Christ’s redemptive purpose can be accomplished in the world.

To learn more, email publicmin@allen-temple.org, or call 510-544-8910

The Ushers Ministries (Ushers, First Responders, and Welcome Ministries) are seeking members of all ages that possess a servant's heart and enjoy working with God’s people. If you are that person, we would love for you to join our ministry! Our mission is serving our church family and assist the Pastor(s) to make the service a success by putting the congregation in the right frame of mind to receive the message. Ushers greet, welcome, direct the members to their seat, and collect offerings. We make sure that perfect order is kept in and around the church at all times during the service. We support the members and assist them with whatever their needs may be. If you are that person, please speak with any usher on Sunday or call (510) 544-8910.

Bethsaida Counseling Services at Allen Temple welcomes licensed and pre-licensed therapists to join our team providing mental health services to our community. Licenses of interest: LCSW/ASW, LMFT/AMFT, LPCC/APCC, and Psychologists. For more information, call (510) 544-8945 or email bethsaida@allen-temple.org

The Communications Ministry is seeking joyful and willing team members to join us in serving our Church family and community! With the necessity of making worship and ministry available to all in the Bay Area and around the world, our role in facilitating digital accessibility for worshippers in person and at home is needed now more than ever. We are seeking multiple persons to join us!

Comfort using computers needed. Relaxed, friendly and welcoming atmosphere in which to serve. Training provided. Click here to learn more. If you are interested in serving, please contact Rev. Charlotte Williams, Minister & Director of Communications, at cwilliams@allen-temple.org

The Business and Professional Women's Society of Allen Temple Baptist Church is dedicated to raising scholarship funds for deserving youth in our community. Over the years, we have provided scholarships to help hundreds of students realize their dream of achieving higher education.

The B&P welcomes new members with a passion for helping our students. The B&P hosts virtual and live fundraising events to provide funding for scholarships to students of all ages. We meet monthly via phone conference on the 2nd Monday. Click here to contact Sister Carlene Gray, Chairperson.

As Summer temperatures continue to rise, it’s essential to take extra precautions if you’re living with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or respiratory issues. The heat can exacerbate symptomsand lead to serious health complications. Learn more here about how.you can stay safe during the Summer months.

Looking for a job? Check out our Job Information Center!

SARS CoV2 continues to be prevalent! Most of us know people who have had COVID and it is a blessing that most of them have not been too ill or required hospitalization. Nevertheless, the virus is prevalent so should continue to be diligent. Vaccines continue to be very helpful against COVID leading to hospitalization and death, but this means a minimum of three shots. If you get COVID, now there are medicines that are effective in treating the illness, such as Paxlovid. Out of an abundance of caution, the Return to Church Task Force is continues to encourages everyone to:

1. Get vaccinated and boosted 
2. Wear good masks, N95 or KN95 
3. If you are feeling sick, even slightly, please stay at home 
4. Minimize hugging and hand shaking during the Welcome 
5. Follow the Ushers' instructions both for entering and exiting the sanctuary.

The Alameda County Care Alliance, of which Allen Temple is a founding member, is celebrating 10 years of service. Learn more about their mission, services, and accomplishments in their newsletter; click here to read more.

Need assistance connecting to mental health services? Bethsaida Counseling Services is here to confidentially connect you to mental health services. Call (510) 544-8945 or email bethsaida@allen-temple.org.

If you or someone you know are having a psychiatric emergency, dial 911 or go to your nearest emergency room

Have you lost a loved one? Your Allen Temple Family is here to pray for and assist you as well as provide comfort, direction and support during your time of need.

The new phone number to notify the church of bereavement is (510) 544-8929. You may also email the church at info@allen-temple.org

The Alameda County Care Alliance, of which Allen Temple is a founding member, is excited to present their updated Workbook for Caregivers! Join them for a virtual training session on Thursday, August 22 from 6pm to 8pm to learn how you can benefit from this new and improved resource for caregivers. The session will include videos on ACCA’s focus on caregiver support and how to use each of the tools within the workbook, as well as interactive breakout groups for discussion. We are proud to begin offering the workbook as a free download on our website as well starting on the 22nd! Register here.

The NAACP Oakland, Hayward South Alameda County, and Berkeley Branches invite you to their Get Out to Vote Campaign Watch Party on Thursday, August 22 from 4pm to 9pm at Scott’s Seafood Grill (2 Broadway, Oakland). Admission to the watch party is free; you will need to make your own dinner reservations.

On Saturday, August 24 from 7:30am. to 3:30pm, join the Stanford Cancer Institute for their Breast Cancer and African Americans Conference at the Doubletree Hotel in Newark.

Black women of all ages are invited to jin in an important dialogue about breast cancer to help educate, empower, and change the burden of this disease in our communities in a safe and supportive environment. Learn more and register here.

DO & A Sista's Touch will host their 7th annual charity, 5K, on Saturday, August 24th, to continue our efforts of raising Human Trafficking Awareness. Join them at Oakland Tech High School (4351 Broadway, Oakland). Learn more and register here 

Are you uninsured or underinsured? The CDC is offering free COVID-19 vaccines through their Bridge Access Program. Let’s do our part to protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our community. Learn more here.

The East Oakland-Hayward Section is a proud member of National Council of Negro Women, Inc., one the nation’s oldest African American Women’s organizations. After more than 85 years, NCNW is 2,000,000 members strong with more than 200 community- based sections throughout the United States.

NCNW’s concern about the health and well-being of African American women and their families goes back to our founder, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune. While many of you probably know that Dr. Bethune founded the historic Bethune-Cookman University in Florida, what you may not know is that in 1911, this outstanding woman also founded the first hospital and training school for Black nurses, the Mary McLeod Hospital and Training School for nurses in Daytona Beach, Florida. At the time this was the only school of its kind that served African American women on the east coast.

NCNW continues to be concerned about health disparities that keep many African Americans from enjoying healthy lives. One of our initiatives is the Good Health WINs (Women’s Immunization Networks). This is NCNW’s commitment to addressing health disparities and shining the light on the importance of good health in the African American community and communities of color.

Specifically, NCNWs goal is to increase the immunization rates for all vaccine preventable diseases that disproportionally impact our community. This includes COVID, the flu, pneumonia, measles, mumps, Rubella, Shingles, HPV and others.

NCNW is asking the Allen Temple church to make good health a priority in your lives, and in the lives of your families and our community. Demonstrating this commitment to Good Health is easy. Just encourage your friends and loved ones to Get the Facts by talking with their health care providers and Boost the Truth that vaccines save lives..

The City of Oakland has partnered with GoGo Grandparent to provide Oakland Seniors $8 discounts on up to 8 rides per month if the ride starts or ends in Oakland or Piedmont.

GoGo Grandparent provides live human operators that can be called from any kind of phone, land lines or cell phones. Clients do not have to have a cellphone, smart phone, nor do they have to know how to use an app - and can get Uber rides. Download information here on how to sign up and how the program works.

Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in my house, and thus put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts; see if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you an overflowing blessing. 

Malachi 3:10 NRSV

The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

2 Corinthians 9:6-7 ESV

We invite you to join us in worshipping our Lord through giving and to regularly support Allen Temple financially so that the ministry of the church thrives all the more in the midst of difficult days.

Your consistent giving of tithes and offering can be done in the following ways:

• Online at Allen-Temple.org/Giving
• Via Text to Give (Send a text to 510-737-0078 with the numerical dollar amount (i.e., $25) 
• Via Mail to Allen Temple Baptist Church, 8501 International Boulevard, Oakland CA 94621 ATTENTION: Trustee Ministry