United Church of Christ News https://www.ucc.org/category/united-church-of-christ-news/ Current News from the United Church of Christ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:57:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://www.ucc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cropped-favicon-32x32.png United Church of Christ News Archives - United Church of Christ https://www.ucc.org/category/united-church-of-christ-news/ 32 32 Faithful Response Immigration gathering invited folks into relationship, action with speaker Ayman Soliman https://www.ucc.org/faithful-response-immigration-gathering-invited-folks-into-relationship-action-with-speaker-ayman-soliman/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:50:58 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260468 The Rev. Irvin Heischman was just returning from a trip to Honduras where he was visiting two congregants who had been deported when he arrived at the Faithful Response Immigration Gathering held at Camp Christian.   West Charleston Church of…

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]]> In Michigan and elsewhere, folks carried palms in the streets with calls to ‘feed the hungry, heal the sick, welcome the stranger’ https://www.ucc.org/in-michigan-and-elsewhere-folks-carried-palms-in-the-streets-with-calls-to-feed-the-hungry-heal-the-sick-welcome-the-stranger/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:28:10 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260366 On Palm Sunday, after churches participated in the annual practice of waving palms within church sanctuaries, the Michigan Conference of the United Church of Christ invited people to continue their palm parade out into the streets. As part of Michigan’s…

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]]> Women’s History Month comes to an epic conclusion https://www.ucc.org/womens-history-month-comes-to-an-epic-conclusion/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:01:40 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260322 March, Women’s History Month, comes to an epic conclusion, with the groundbreaking installation of Sarah Mullally to the office of Archbishop of Canterbury. Mullally is the first woman to hold this position in its 1,400-year-history. The Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson,…

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]]> UCC to host discussion of ‘The Global Rise of Religious Nationalism’ in hybrid event https://www.ucc.org/ucc-to-host-discussion-of-the-global-rise-of-religious-nationalism-in-hybrid-event/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:35:28 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260233 Religious Nationalism is not only shaping political and religious landscapes in the United States — it is emerging as a powerful force in countries around the world. How is this movement spreading globally? What theological, political, and social dynamics are fueling it? And…

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]]> Remembering a gifted storyteller who loved the church and its servants https://www.ucc.org/remembering-a-gifted-storyteller-who-loved-the-church-and-its-servants/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:16:03 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260302 The Rev. Dr. Charles P. Barnes loved to tell stories. And not just stories about “unseen things above,” as the cherished hymn goes. The United Church of Christ pastor, who passionately and faithfully served two UCC conferences, would captivate many…

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]]> ‘God is made present and new’: An Easter message from the General Minister and President https://www.ucc.org/god-is-made-present-and-new-an-easter-message-from-the-general-minister-and-president/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:02:00 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260382 The Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, General Minister and President/CEO of the United Church of Christ, offers an Easter message on the movement from the darkness of early Easter morning into the light as the sun rises. Based on John 20:1-18,…

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]]> Conference Ministers heed the Spirit, delivering unified voice as they lift Jesus’ Good Friday last words https://www.ucc.org/conference-ministers-heed-the-spirit-delivering-unified-voice-as-they-lift-jesus-good-friday-last-words/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:01:43 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260297 On Good Friday, April 3, the United Church of Christ’s Council of Conference Ministers will livestream an online worship service reflecting on “The Seven Last Words of Christ.” Worship begins at noon (EST) and can be accessed on the Facebook…

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]]> New video introduces AGM candidate ahead of Special Meeting of General Synod 35 in May https://www.ucc.org/new-video-introduces-agm-candidate-ahead-of-special-meeting-of-general-synod-35-in-may/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:36:52 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260286 Ahead of the call to a Special Meeting of the 35th General Synod of the United Church of Christ, a video package has been released to give delegates and the wider church a more personal introduction to the nominee for…

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]]> A Day to Remember https://www.ucc.org/a-day-to-remember/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:27:48 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260263 The Rome Statute established the creation of the International Criminal Court, a supranational court, which was the first permanent, treaty-based court, created to prosecute individuals for the gravest crimes—genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and aggression. Crimes against humanity refer…

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]]> UCC issues appeal to support relief efforts as historic flooding continues to impact Hawaii https://www.ucc.org/ucc-issues-appeal-to-support-relief-efforts-as-historic-flooding-continues-to-impact-hawaii/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:06:50 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260116 The United Church of Christ has issued an appeal to support those who’ve been impacted by the historic floods in Hawaii.  Reports indicate this is the worst flooding to hit Hawaii in two decades. Homes have been swept off their…

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]]> Opening the poetic space in churches: UCC launches online poetry collective https://www.ucc.org/opening-the-poetic-space-in-churches-ucc-launches-online-poetry-collective/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:27:06 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260077 From Genesis to Revelation, one-third of the Bible is filled with poetry, beckoning souls to soar, sigh and sing. The ancient texts, particularly within the Old Testament, awaken slumbering emotions and set loose new ways of living in the world.…

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]]> UCC GMP visits Puerto Rico to celebrate the retirement of one leader and meet the new head of communion for the IEUPR https://www.ucc.org/ucc-gmp-visits-puerto-rico-to-celebrate-the-retirement-of-one-leader-and-meet-the-new-head-of-communion-for-the-ieupr/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:02:40 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260095 Puerto Rico was the setting for a celebration of the retirement of the Rev. Edward Rivera Santiago and the welcoming of the new head of communion for Inglesia Evangelica Unida Puerto Rico (IEUPR), Pastor General Rev. Rafael Garcia Toro. United…

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]]> ‘It’s time for the church to be courageous’: Minnesota Conference lawsuit gains clergy access to those detained by ICE https://www.ucc.org/its-time-for-the-church-to-be-courageous-minnesota-conference-lawsuit-gains-clergy-access-to-those-detained-by-ice/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:55:28 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260096 On Friday, a federal district court ruled that faith leaders must be granted entry into the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis to offer pastoral care to those detained by ICE. The ruling is a preliminary injunction for a lawsuit filed…

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]]> Unsanctioned https://www.ucc.org/unsanctioned/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:50:50 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=260067 Sanctions are financial and trade-related penalties imposed by one country on another entity (a country, company, or individual). This is done to put economic, trade, political, and other diplomatic pressure on the sanctioned entity to encourage them to change a…

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]]> Activists and Advocates in an Age of Authoritarianism https://www.ucc.org/activists-and-advocates-in-an-age-of-authoritarianism/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:10:10 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259954 Through the years, religious institutions and their leaders have evidenced varying levels of engagement and support for governments. The prophetic narratives which are a part of the Christian scriptures tells the stories of prophets called by God to respond to…

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]]> New ‘Love Knows No Borders’ resources aim to inform churches on best ways to engage in immigration, LGBTQIA+ issues https://www.ucc.org/new-love-knows-no-borders-resources-aim-to-inform-churches-on-best-ways-to-engage-in-immigration-lgbtqia-issues/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:40:33 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259930 Following the success of the original ‘Love Knows No Borders’ (LKNB) campaign, the United Church of Christ Office of Public Policy and Advocacy has released new resources in an effort to inform churches on some ways they can engage on…

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]]> Report to the Church from the Board: March 2026 https://www.ucc.org/report-to-the-church-from-the-board-march-2026/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:35:01 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259939 UCCBreportheaderWhat a view for the March 12-14, 2026, United Church of Christ Board meeting to be held in the National Offices, 1300 E. 9th Street, in Cleveland, Ohio. This meeting was held on the new 12th floor, a place where the…

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]]> Lent is a time to give to, rather than give up: One Great Hour of Sharing season is in full swing https://www.ucc.org/lent-is-a-time-to-give-to-rather-than-give-up-one-great-hour-of-sharing-season-is-in-full-swing/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:56:10 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259925 The season of One Great Hour of Sharing is in full swing, with many United Church of Christ congregations embracing the long-standing ecumenical offering, established in 1946, as a Lenten practice that focuses on giving to someone rather than giving…

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]]> National Ministries expand office space to host staff, meetings, research https://www.ucc.org/national-ministries-expand-office-space-to-host-staff-meetings-research/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:40:12 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259891 When the United Church of Christ Board and the Council of Conference Ministers gathered for their March meetings last week, they met in a bright, multipurpose space with wide windows overlooking downtown Cleveland. The unique space was acquired for the…

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]]> Hawaii UCC church welcomes volunteers into community’s work toward healing from wildfires https://www.ucc.org/hawaii-ucc-church-welcomes-volunteers-into-communitys-work-toward-healing-from-wildfires/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:32:15 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259620 At Po’okela Church, new seats in the first rows of the sanctuary have a special purpose. The church replaced two rows of pews with chairs that unfold into beds to host volunteers who come to assist with the area’s wildfire…

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]]> In The Weeds https://www.ucc.org/in-the-weeds/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:13:16 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259633 Spring like weather is emerging across the United States. The winter months were challenging with dangerously low temperatures seen even in the Southern states where milder temperatures prevail even when the north is experiencing the joys of winter. With the…

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]]> Women’s History Month and the Work of Justice https://www.ucc.org/womens-history-month-and-the-work-of-justice/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:21:14 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259619 Women’s History Month is often framed as a time to look back, to remember the pioneers who opened doors and challenged systems of injustice.  Remembering matters because the stories we tell shape the future we imagine and remind us of…

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]]> Their building sold, but their church didn’t die: Joy permeates a congregation’s future https://www.ucc.org/their-building-sold-but-their-church-didnt-die-joy-permeates-a-congregations-future/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:57:42 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=259604 If you told Emily Perl that her faith journey would become more alive and more energetic after the church she attended for almost three decades sold its building, she probably wouldn’t have believed you. But “more alive” and “more energetic”…

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]]> Speak for the Children https://www.ucc.org/speak-for-the-children/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:05:12 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258994 I have three grandchildren. Let’s call them Peanut (13), Pumpkin (10) and Pepper (9). Beautiful human beings. They are smart and funny. They periodically exercise poor judgement as their fathers did before them. When they do so, I am there…

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]]> Reporters Roundtable: Protests, Speeches, Anniversaries and Partnerships https://www.ucc.org/reporters-roundtable-protests-speeches-anniversaries-and-partnerships/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:53:33 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258978 In this inaugural episode of UCC News’ Reporters Roundtable, the reporters behind the headlines go in-depth on the stories that matter most to the United Church of Christ. This week, we dive into recent protests in Cleveland in response to…

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]]> The Movement Continues: Racial Justice Ministries forges new path after conclusion of campaign https://www.ucc.org/the-movement-continues-racial-justice-ministries-forges-new-path-after-conclusion-of-campaign/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:12:38 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258947 In an era of attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across the country, the United Church of Christ has doubled down on its commitment to continuing its quest to become an anti-racist church. The Join the Movement campaign…

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]]> UCC General Minister and President/CEO shares her reflections on Women’s History Month https://www.ucc.org/ucc-general-minister-and-president-ceo-shares-her-reflections-on-womens-history-month/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:30:54 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258924 In a newly released video for March, the Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, United Church of Christ’s General Minister and President/CEO offers reflections on why it is necessary to recognize the importance of women in the world and their accomplishments, especially…

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]]> As the area of Disaster Spiritual Care grows, so does online training opportunities https://www.ucc.org/as-the-area-of-disaster-spiritual-care-grows-so-does-online-training-opportunities/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:24:05 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258907 Providing spiritual care in times of disaster can be taxing on both the body and soul. A reason why the United Church of Christ’s Disaster Ministries, in collaboration with Crisis Care Ministries and several other organizations, including is Church World…

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]]> ‘We call for an end to this belligerency:’ UCC-DOC joint statement condemns US-Israel attacks on Iran, calls on all countries to refrain from threats https://www.ucc.org/we-call-for-an-end-to-this-belligerency-ucc-doc-joint-statement-condemns-us-israel-attacks-on-iran-calls-on-all-countries-to-refrain-from-threats/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:19:26 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258915 The United Church of Christ and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), along with its joint witness, Global Ministries, release a statement following the United States-Israel attacks on Iran, calling for ‘an end to this belligerency,’ the statement reads in…

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]]> UCC GMP issues statement following US/Israel attack on Iran, calls on elected officials to ‘reject war’ https://www.ucc.org/ucc-gmp-issues-statement-following-us-israel-attack-on-iran-calls-on-elected-officials-to-reject-war/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:15:38 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258856 The United Church of Christ’s General Minister and President/CEO, the Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson issued a statement Saturday condemning the bombing of Iran by the United States and Israel, and urged people of faith to continue to call on elected…

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]]> Liberating Women https://www.ucc.org/liberating-women/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 19:43:13 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258700 There is a history of women’s movements in the United States and around the world. Over the years, there has been the quest for women to experience the fullness of civil rights and human rights. Voter rights were the focus…

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]]> UCC-Kindland partnership highlighted in video featuring Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson and Values in Action founder Stuart Muszynski https://www.ucc.org/ucc-kindland-partnership-highlighted-in-video-featuring-rev-karen-georgia-thompson-and-values-in-action-founder-stuart-muszynski/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:02:58 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258661 Kindness is inherent when it comes to creating a “just world for all,” was part of the message from United Church of Christ General Minister and President/CEO Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, speaking with Values in Action co-founder, President and CEO…

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]]> UCC remembers three pillars of faith and justice https://www.ucc.org/ucc-remembers-three-pillars-of-faith-and-justice/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:36:44 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258540 Nestled in the pages of the Pilgrim Hymnal is a song praising the saints of God who “toiled and fought and lived and died for the Lord they loved and knew.” The United Church of Christ remembers three such saints…

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]]> UCC GMP joins other faith leaders in endorsing ‘Call to Christians’ letter https://www.ucc.org/ucc-gmp-joins-other-faith-leaders-in-endorsing-call-to-christians-letter/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:21:01 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258296 The Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, United Church of Christ General Minister and President/CEO has joined nearly 300 plus faith leaders from diverse backgrounds in endorsing a special letter that encourages Christians around the country to speak up and take action…

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]]> Ashes to Ashes https://www.ucc.org/ashes-to-ashes/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:12:23 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258150 Some weeks more than others the sense that the “world is burning” is hard to shake. The news is replete with stories of places where war persists, treaties and promises are broken, and the worst of the human spirit is…

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]]> United Church Homes receives $15,000 in grants to expand NaviGuide services for the elderly and their families https://www.ucc.org/united-church-homes-receives-15000-in-grants-to-expand-naviguide-services-for-the-elderly-and-their-families/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:29:40 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258101 United Church Homes (UCH), a national nonprofit senior living organization headquartered in Marion, Ohio, has received two grants totaling $15,000 to expand access to its NaviGuide service coordination program for low-income older adults in the Columbus area. The funding includes…

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]]> ‘A Season for Spiritual Preparation’: Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson offers Ash Wednesday reflections https://www.ucc.org/a-season-for-spiritual-preparation-rev-karen-georgia-thompson-offers-ash-wednesday-reflections/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:20:55 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258110 The Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, United Church of Christ General Minister and President/CEO, issued a special Ash Wednesday video message in which she invites the church to connect to spiritual practices that connect with the soul this season.  “This is…

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]]> Lent 2026 resources invite deepening practices for collective liberation, vulnerability, growth https://www.ucc.org/lent-2026-resources-invite-deepening-practices-for-collective-liberation-vulnerability-growth/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:51:50 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=258088 Lent begins this year as movements of protection and protest have emerged in cities across the country in Los Angeles, Chicago, Minneapolis, Maine, and elsewhere. Some of the learning arising from these movements “is that the more we have built…

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]]> Righteous Indignation https://www.ucc.org/righteous-indignation/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:03:45 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257909 It is not easy to dismiss the disquietude that sets in watching the events unfolding in the United States. The range of emotional response to the challenges of the day vary. There is anger and tears, there is resistance and…

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]]> ‘A ray of light in the darkness’: Climate Hope advocates celebrate limited cuts for EPA https://www.ucc.org/a-ray-of-light-in-the-darkness-climate-hope-advocates-celebrate-limited-cuts-for-epa/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:28:37 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257851 In recent months, a new group formed in East Lansing, Michigan, to become one of several Climate Hope Affiliate chapters spread across the country. Their very first action was a meeting with the staff of their Republican Representative, Tom Barrett,…

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]]> Pastor keeps end-of-life conversations alive, touts the ease of UCC’s FreeWill https://www.ucc.org/pastor-keeps-end-of-life-conversations-alive-touts-the-ease-of-uccs-freewill/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:08:53 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257861 O death, where is thy sting? Pastors can answer this Pauline question with great theological prowess. They can also answer on a more practical level, having witnessed the sting among the living when a loved one dies without a will.…

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]]> The Cornerstone Fund walks with Imani Village: the subject of a new documentary https://www.ucc.org/the-cornerstone-fund-walks-with-imani-village-the-subject-of-a-new-documentary/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:57:37 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257473 A new documentary called “Walking the Journey with You” shares the work of Trinity Chicago United Church of Christ’s Imani Village and the Cornerstone Fund support that made the planned community development possible. The film is available for screenings at…

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]]> Special Meeting of General Synod 35 to take place in May https://www.ucc.org/special-meeting-of-general-synod-35-to-take-place-in-may/ Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:50:57 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257619 To accompany the announcement of a candidate for Associate General Minister for Love of Church, the United Church of Christ General Synod 35 has been called for a Special Meeting. The meeting is planned as a virtual gathering on May…

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]]> Rev. Jennifer Sowell nominated to serve as next Associate General Minister, Love of Church https://www.ucc.org/rev-jennifer-sowell-nominated-to-serve-as-next-associate-general-minister-love-of-church/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:20:14 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257625 The Rev. Jennifer Sowell, an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ with more than two decades of pastoral leadership experience, has been nominated to serve an unexpired term as the next Associate General Minister, Love of Church. If…

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]]> Racial Justice Ministries offer Black History resources for the month and year-round https://www.ucc.org/racial-justice-ministries-offer-black-history-resources-for-the-month-and-year-round/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:52:47 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257362 This February, United Church of Christ Racial Justice Ministries are offering the invitation to commit to a focused study of Black history both this month and throughout the year. Black History Month resources are available for the month of February…

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]]> Standing with Minneapolis: Hundreds, including local clergy, rally against ICE in Cleveland’s Public Square https://www.ucc.org/standing-with-minneapolis-hundreds-including-local-clergy-rally-against-ice-in-clevelands-public-square/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:03:59 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257320 A national day of economic protest and blackout made its way to Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Protestors from across the region, including clergy, made their way to Public Square in downtown on Friday, January 30 to participate in what was…

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]]> A fourth-grader shares what helped his fear when ICE visited his school https://www.ucc.org/a-fourth-grader-shares-what-helped-his-fear-when-ice-visited-his-school/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:48:34 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257308 Widespread images of Liam Ramos with ICE agents in his blue bunny hat have recently brought into focus how children are significantly impacted by the aggressive presence of federal agents in communities. Children are among those detained and in detention…

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]]> UCC clergy members among those arrested at “Pray with Your Feet Day of Action: ICE Out of Our Communities” https://www.ucc.org/ucc-clergy-members-among-those-arrested-at-pray-with-your-feet-day-of-action-ice-out-of-our-communities/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:08:55 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257247 United Church of Christ clergy and many others sat peacefully inside the Hart Senate Building Atrium of the U.S. Capitol office complex as an act of moral witness on Thursday, January 29, as part of “Pray with Your Feet Day…

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]]> Whose Rights Tomorrow? https://www.ucc.org/whose-rights-tomorrow/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:58:42 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257297 Alex Pretti was shot ten times by a pair of CBP agents as he lay on the side of a street in Minneapolis. Mr. Pretti was observing ICE actions in that city and had his cellphone in his hand. He…

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]]> Virtual faith gatherings offer community, mourning, commitment amid nation’s ‘moral crisis’ https://www.ucc.org/virtual-faith-gatherings-offer-community-mourning-commitment-amid-nations-moral-crisis/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:00:45 +0000 https://www.ucc.org/?p=257053 “We remember all the people that ICE violence kills. We can feel their spirit. They are with us still.” These are the words to a song taught by Lu Aya of The Peace Poets at the virtual National Faith Call…

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