Metropolitan Christian Council of Philadelphia
Transformative Justice. Human Dignity. Neighborhood by Neighborhood.
Metropolitan Christian Council of Philadelphia works at the intersection of faith, community, education, and collective action—equipping people and strengthening neighborhoods through popular education, coaching, curriculum development, restorative practices, and community engagement.
Our Mission
Metropolitan Christian Council of Philadelphia (MCCP) seeks to actualize transformative justice, promoting human dignity, neighborhood by neighborhood, consistent with the loving purposes and righteousness of God through popular education, coaching, and curriculum development.
Our Vision
To reconcile Scripture, church, and community through collective action.
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Who We Are
Rooted in Faith. Committed to Community.
MCCP brings together faith, education, leadership, restorative practice, and community engagement to help strengthen neighborhoods and advance human dignity.
Its work is grounded in Christian commitments while remaining deeply connected to the realities, concerns, and possibilities within the communities it serves.
Learn More About MCCPOur Work in Community
The work already happening across Philadelphia neighborhoods.
Restorative Cities Initiative™
Advancing restorative approaches that strengthen relationships, promote dignity, and build healthier communities.
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Porch Conversations
Creating space for meaningful dialogue, listening, connection, and community relationship-building.
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Training & Education
Equipping individuals, leaders, and communities through education, coaching, curriculum, and practical learning opportunities.
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Inviting community voices into the work of building stronger, more connected neighborhoods.
Learn MoreThe MCCP Network
Connected Locally. Strengthened Collectively.
MCCP's network extends through approximately 27 hubs, creating opportunities for local leadership, training, communication, and community engagement while remaining connected to a larger shared mission.
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Community Leadership
Training & Events
Learn. Connect. Strengthen Community.
Explore upcoming restorative training and community engagement opportunities with MCCP.
101 — Introduction to Restorative and Transformative Justice — 2 Days Prerequisite
November 13–14, 2026 — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Peacemaker Space 3212 Kensington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19134
Participants will develop the tools for implementing both restorative and transformative justice facilitation and RCI HUB organizing. Participants will learn the theory behind individual and community healing and repair from interpersonal and systemic harm through accountable processes.
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November 20–21, 2026 — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Peacemaker Space 3212 Kensington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19134
Practical instruction to introduce participants to restorative practice methods for circle facilitation supporting restorative justice (RJ) and transformative justice (TJ) processes.
Register on Eventbrite103 — From Awareness to Action: Fostering a Trauma-Responsive Community — Virtual
November 30, 2026 — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Virtual — Zoom (link provided upon registration)
Participants will explore the foundational principles of trauma-informed care, examine how trauma shapes behavior and relationships, and develop concrete skills for creating environments where people feel safe, seen, and supported.
Register on Eventbrite101 — Introduction to Restorative and Transformative Justice — 2 Days Prerequisite
December 4–5, 2026 — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Metropolitan Christian Council of Philadelphia 260 S 51st Street Philadelphia, PA 19139
Participants will learn the community organizing tactics and theory (restorative justice and transformative justice) that structure and ground MCCP's Restorative Cities Initiative™.
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December 11–12, 2026 — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Metropolitan Christian Council of Philadelphia 260 S 51st Street Philadelphia, PA 19139
Participants will learn restorative practice methods that support restorative justice circles and transformative justice conferences. Participants will learn how to facilitate Restorative Practice Circles that support restorative and transformative justice.
Register on Eventbrite103 — From Awareness to Action: Fostering a Trauma-Responsive Community — Virtual
December 19, 2026 — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Virtual — link provided upon registration
Participants will learn how restorative practices can be used to build a trauma-responsive community. Participants will learn how to build a restorative response hub that fosters a trauma-informed, trauma-sensitive, trauma-resilient, and trauma-responsive community.
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Your Voice Belongs in the Conversation
MCCP welcomes community questions, concerns, ideas, and opportunities for connection. Reach out to learn more about MCCP's work, training opportunities, partnerships, and community engagement.
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A More Connected MCCP Experience Is Coming
MCCP is exploring a future digital experience where members, trainers, and hub leaders can more easily access training, resources, certifications, events, announcements, and community information in one connected environment.
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There Is a Place for You in This Work
All ways to participateSupport MCCP's work across Philadelphia neighborhoods. Your gift helps expand restorative training, community engagement, and neighborhood hub development.