The Stillspeaking Ministry was initiated in 2004 as a proclamation, identity and communication effort designed to:
- Speak to the alienated, the un-churched and those seeking a spiritual home
- Let people know that “No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here."
- Embrace a common brand and theme that would enable the United Church of Christ to be instantly recognizable to those both within and outside the denomination.
Our strategies have been two-fold:
- Provide branded marketing & advertising resources that enable all settings of the church to proclaim the good news of our United Church of Christ community and;
- Nurture our collective ability to use these resources with enthusiasm and to manifest fully the church of extravagant welcome.
Since Stillspeaking was launched, more than 2,500 churches, representing 60% of all United Church of Christ members, have joined the Stillspeaking movement. What’s more, in that same time frame, nearly 90 churches representing more than 8,500 people in 40 states have joined the UCC! Together they have chosen to say, "No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey, you're welcome here." This unprecedented strength is a sign that our God is indeed at work among us!
Is your church interested in joining the Stillspeaking movement? It’s FREE!