Worship with us May 31 at 9:30 AM! We're blessed to welcome to the pulpit Pastor Tony Lowden, the first and only Black pastor to a U.S. president – President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter – and a national leader in restorative justice and criminal justice reform.
It's also Women's Mission Sunday, and we extend a special invitation to women and girls of all ages!
Join the Sunday School Ministry on Sunday, May 31 after worship for a teach-in taught by Deacon Reginald Lyles!
All Sunday School teachers and students are invited to join us. A warm invitation is extended especially to those who have yet to select a class — come find your place with us.
Meet us in the Sanctuary or in the Cyber Sanctuary via:
As people Living Triumphantly Through Christ, we have access to the throne room of God (Hebrews 4:16). For the next six weeks, we're inviting the ATBC family to set aside focused daily prayer — for our church, our families, our community, and our nation.
How It Works: Download the Prayer Calendar below. Use the daily topics and scripture references as your starting point, and let the ACTS model guide your time:
Adoration — Worship God for who He is (Psalm 96:3-5)
Confession — Agree with God about where we've fallen short (Psalm 51:4)
Thanksgiving — Express gratitude for what He's already done (Psalm 100:4)
Supplication — Bring your present concerns before the Lord (Psalm 141:1-2)
📅 Save the Date: Join us in person for All Church Prayer — Saturday, May 30
Our Center for Biblical and Family Studies invites you to attend their new online course - Black Church Spirituality, taught by Reverend Dr. Ineda Player, is underway! The class meets Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM and runs for six weekly sessions (ending July 1). Students have two required books:
Are you or your young person graduating from high school, college or vocational school, or being promoted to elementary, middle, or high school?
We want to celebrate and congratulate you on Scholarship Sunday, June 14!
Please submit the student’s name,
school/college name, degree/diploma/promotion obtained to scholarship@allen-temple.org no later than Sunday, May 31
Sanctuary Roof Replacement
June 8 - August 1
This summer, Allen Temple is undertaking an important facilities investment — the replacement of our Sanctuary roof. For approximately six weeks, all worship experiences will be held in the Family Life Center Gym while construction is underway. Here's what you need to know:
June 8–13: Family Life Center Gym setup for worship
June 14–July 26: Worship held in the Family Life Center Gym (Sanctuary Roof Replacement Construction Period)
July 27–August 1: Move back to the Sanctuary; reset for worship
August 2: Return to Sanctuary for Worship
We appreciate your patience and partnership as we care for the house where God has met us faithfully. Stay updated on construction progress through the weekly newsletter and the church website.
Couples Ministry
Insurance Webinar
Monday, June 15 • 7:00 PM
On Monday, June 15 at 7pm, the Couples Ministry invites all couples to join them for an insurance webinar facilitated by Timothy Carter. At this webinar, you will learn about term life insurance, group life insurance, long term care insurance, and how to choose the right coverage for your needs, as well as ask and receive answers to your questions.
To register and receive the Zoom link, send an email to couples@allen-temple.org
Allen Temple 2026/2027 Scholarship
Application Period Open
Deadline to Apply June 30
The application period for the 2026/2027 Allen Temple Scholarship is open through June 30!
Students who are currently funded do not need to reapply
Grief Share
Third Sundays Following Worship
Family Life Center Room C-205
If you've experienced the loss of a loved one, you're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate grief by yourself. The Grief Ministry invites you to join Grief Share, a 13-week support group designed to help you process your loss and find hope for the days ahead.
Held on third Sundays after worship in Family LIfe Center Room C-205, Grief Share is a safe, welcoming space where you’ll find understanding, comfort, and practical tools to cope with the ups and downs of grief. Together, we’ll explore what’s “normal” in grief, how to handle difficult emotions, and ways to find healing—one step at a time.
There’s no cost to join—just bring your time, your heart, and your openness to healing. Share with those in your life who would benefit from healing in community.
Progressive National
Baptist Convention
65th Annual Session
July 19 – 23
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Washington, DC
Registration is open for the 65th Annual Session of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, one of Allen Temple’s two denominational affiliations. The Annual Session will be held July 19–23 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC.
We celebrate the leadership of our Senior Pastor, Dr. Jacqueline Thompson, who serves as Second Vice President.
Find hotel details and full session information here.
For more information, questions, or assistance with hotel reservations and Annual Session registration, click here to contact Deacon Michael Johnson.
The United Men of Allen Temple invite the men and boys of our congregation and community to United Men's Retreat 2026 — "God is Looking for a Few Capable Men" (Exodus 18:21–23) — three days set apart for fellowship, restoration, and a word that will challenge and charge you for the season ahead.
Don't miss this powerful weekend -Friday, September 11 to Sunday, September 13 at Redwood Christian Park in Boulder Creek!
Keynote speaker Pastor Jason Reynolds of Emmanuel Baptist Church in San Jose will bring a timely message to men and boys who are ready to grow and lead.
What's included: Room, board, and five meals.
$300 per person | $100 deposit due at registration
Space is limited. Registration closes Sunday, August 23. Reserve your space online or by visiting the Courtyard after Sunday worship.
Weekly Event Schedule
Prayer Call
Wednesday, June 3
Wednesday, June 17
7:00 PM
Let’s come together and draw strength through prayer! Join us on Wednesday, June 3 and Wednesday, June 17 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.
On Thursdays, join us for Noonday Bible Study with Pastor Jacqueline Thompson! Connect with us one of two ways:
Online via Zoom (meeting ID 850 3685 3206 / passcode 165725)
By phone: 669-444-9171 (meeting ID 850 3685 3206 / passcode 165725)
Theological Thursday
With Pastor Jacqueline Thompson
7:00 PM
On Thursday evenings at 7pm, get ready for inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Pastor Jacqueline Thompson and special guests as they tackle today’s most pressing issues through the lens of scripture!
Gather your family, invite your friends, and join us LIVE on YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo via the Church website, or dial in (866-904-0572) for an evening of wisdom, insight, and spiritual growth. Don’t miss this powerful conversation—see you there!
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” — Matthew 19:14
The Nursery Ministry supports parents and guardians by providing a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for children ages 6 months through 5 years while families participate in worship, Sunday School, and church events.
Through compassionate care and Christ-centered service, the Nursery Ministry seeks to:
Provide attentive, safe, and loving care for every child
Support families so they may fully engage in worship and spiritual growth
Help introduce children to the love of God in age-appropriate ways
Extend hospitality and care that reflects the heart of Christ
There’s a place for you to serve, grow, and connect at Allen Temple! Whether you’re called to care for others, support worship, or build community — your gifts are welcome here!
Opportunities include:
Homeless Ministry
For Sisters Only Ministry
Couples Ministry
Deacons Ministry
Trustee Ministry
Deaconess Ministry
Nursery Ministry
Church Clerks Ministry
Public Ministry
Ushers, Nurses, First Responders, and Welcome Ministries
Many of us carry so much for so long that we begin holding our breath without even realizing it — our bodies locked in survival mode, our nervous systems standing guard long after the storm has passed. But God designed us with a built-in pathway toward calm and restoration, and sometimes healing begins not with doing more, but with returning to the very breath He first breathed into us. Sister Rochele Henderson, Registered Associate Marriage Family Therapist at Axis Mundi Center for Mental Health, offers a simple, grounded practice to help you reconnect with your body and find your way back to peace. Click here to read more.
From the Athletic Ministry
May is Water Safety Month
Water safety is a matter of life and death — and for our community, the stakes are especially high. Black children ages 10–14 drown at rates 3.6 times higher than average, and in public pools, that disparity climbs to a staggering 7.6 times higher. This Water Safety Month, Allen Temple's Athletic Ministry is calling every member and their loved ones — of every age — to get informed, get trained, and get in the water with the skills to stay safe. Click here for water safety tips and resources you can use to protect your family..
Allen Temple Arms I & II
Affordable Senior Housing
Application Period Open
Allen Temple Arms I & II, one of our housing developments, is now accepting applications for low-income, rental housing for adults aged 62 and older. This HumanGood-managed community offers studio and one-bedroom apartments with supportive amenities and services, and applications are currently being accepted. Eligible applicants must meet age and income requirements, and completed applications can be downloaded and submitted according to the instructions on the site. Click here to learn more and apply.
Ways to Give
Worship Through Giving
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:
