Ohio Conference Minister wins two gold medals at Paralympics Swimming Trials in North Dakota
June 19, 2012
UCC Ohio Conference Minister the Rev. Bob Molsberry won one gold medal in the 100-meter breaststroke and a second in the 200-meter breaststroke in his disability classification level at the U.S. Paralympics Swimming Trials June 14-15 in Bismarck, N.D.

UCC pastor who inspired progressive churches, the Rev. Jim Gilliom, dies at 83
June 8, 2012
The Rev. Jim Gilliom, a former UCC pastor nationally renowned for his work as a leader of progressive congregations with strong commitments to social justice, died June 4 at age 83.

NCLI: Praxis21 in Atlanta to serve as 'connecting point of innovation'
June 7, 2012
For the past five years, the National Church Leadership Institute (NCLI) has brought together insightful, inspirational speakers to teach practical, tactical skills for starting and renewing churches. This year, the scope is widening.

Youth Speakers bringing talents and sharing ideas at NYE
June 7, 2012
Imagine extravagant welcome. Imagine a healthy world. Imagine a world where differences are embraced. Imagine one church. Sound like a place where you would like to live? Those are the subjects that will be addressed by four young people speaking at the United Church of Christ's National Youth Event July 10-13 at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind.

‘Faith, In’ campaign revs up in Cleveland, sets sights on national community involvement
June 1, 2012
Charting an ambitious course toward fortifying faith and invigorating communities nationwide, the United Church of Christ unveiled the first part of its “Faith, In” project May 31 at the Amistad Chapel in the UCC’s Church House at 700 Prospect in downtown Cleveland.

Cornerstone Fund helps UCC church in Baltimore gain leverage in renewing loan
May 30, 2012
When the loan held by Heritage United Church of Christ in Baltimore came up for review, the Rev. Julius Jefferson and his congregation found themselves in a bind. Enter the UCC's Cornerstone Fund.

Evangelism efforts of North Carolina congregation inspired voters to come out against anti-marriage-equality amendment
May 29, 2012
The leaders of High Country UCC in Vilas, N.C., knew they needed to take a stand for marriage equality, but hesitated to pay for anti-Amendment 1 ads in local newspapers and online outlets.

Video message from Faithful and Welcoming Churches embraces the 'united' mantra of the United Church of Christ
May 24, 2012
They are congregations that may not embrace all things UCC, but they love being part of the denomination, and are committed to staying. That is the primary message behind "Why We Stay," a short video of testimonials from members of the Faithful and Welcoming Churches (FWC).

West Hollywood church among newest to UCC after split with Presbyterian Church (USA)
May 22, 2012
As many religious conservatives break from the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) over the ordination of gay ministers, a small California parish that believes the church has done too little to accept homosexuality has become a member of the United Church of Christ.

Illinois UCC church spreads good word of literacy among immigrants of all ages
May 22, 2012
Even the casual observer can read a lot into the passion for social justice at Church of Peace UCC in Rock Island, Ill. This is the church's second year of involvement in the Summer Family Literacy Program – an outgrowth of a popular school year program that helps immigrant adults learn English.