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Written by Helen Nusbaum Congregation B'nai Israel is a reform synagogue, nearly as old as Sacramento itself, having been founded in 1849. Our location changed over the years until we found our final home in 1954 on Riverside Boulevard across the street from Land Park. B'nai means "descendants of" and is pronounced like the word "belay," but with an "n" instead of an "l." So, B'nai Israel means "descendants of Israel." But, who is Israel? Israel is the name chosen for Jacob i

Our Lady of the Assumption (OLA) Parish was established in Carmichael, California in 1950 to serve a growing post-war population in suburban Sacramento. Under the leadership of the founding pastor, Father Thomas Bannon, a place for Sunday worship was built two years later. The physical plant continued to expand with the construction of an elementary school in the mid-1950’s, a convent and chapel for the teaching nuns, planning and construction of the current church in the mid

Trinity Cathedral is an Episcopal community passionate about experiencing and sharing God’s transforming love. All are welcome. We are a reverent, yet progressive faith community located in Midtown Sacramento. We are committed to social justice and serving the needs of the poor. Trinity was among the founding organizations when Family Promise of Sacramento started in April 2005, and we continue to be a ‘host’ congregation. Last year St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church asked

Congregation Beth Shalom was founded on the principle: Where Everyone is Family. Some 40 years later, the Beth Shalom family continues to create an atmosphere of love and friendship among all of its members. Home to the largest and most successful Jewish Food Faire in the region, our members go above and beyond to help make our corner of the world a better place for everyone. You will find Beth Shalom members involved in all types of community, cultural and civic activities t

"Our mission at Adventure Christian Church is to bring Jesus' hope to an imperfect world. We believe we are called to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, because every heart matters." In 2003 just under a tent in North Natomas Adventure Christian Church was formed. The church has been leading people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, simply because every heart matters. With our mission in mind, Adventure Church was pleased to open its doors

Carmichael Presbyterian Church has a long history of active participation in mission and ministry locally and globally. They have a number of programs that serve the homeless and at-risk populations, including: Carmichael Food Closet – providing food for those in need. Call 916-483-9232 between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon to request food pickup for that day. Supper on Saturday - is held on the third Saturday of every month. Their guests include homeless people as well as people

Saint Anthony's Parish has been a host congregation with Family Promise of Sacramento since we started in April 2005. Saint Anthony Parish was established on September 1, 1974. Prior to that time, residents of the Greenhaven/Pocket area were part of Saint Joseph Parish, Clarksburg. Father Brendan O’Sullivan, Associate Pastor of Saint Joseph, was appointed Pastor of Saint Anthony Parish. Saint Anthony's is located at 660 Florin Rd, Sacramento, CA. Saint. Anthony's seeks to mar

St. Mark’s United Methodist Church has been a host congregation with Family Promise of Sacramento since we started in April 2005. St. Mark’s is located near the intersection of Watt and El Camino Avenues in the Arden-Arcade area, behind the Country Club Plaza. St. Mark’s is a welcoming community devoted to healing lives with God’s grace, making heaven real on earth. This mission is pursued through active seeking, building and celebrating. Even though it is rooted in the Metho