UCC Conference Ministers call for vigilance in commitment to racial justice and equality November 14, 2012
Showing solidarity after a divisive election season, and in the wake of political racism and outrage, 32 United Church of Christ conference ministers are distributing a pastoral letter calling on “all settings of the church to maintain a vigilant voice in this struggle for racial justice and equality.”
Global Ministries’ new strategic plan aims for justice, reconciliation, peace November 14, 2012
A new strategic plan for Global Ministries will emphasize nurturing global communities, working for peace with justice worldwide, sharing the story of mission locally and developing resources for collaborative opportunities.
Bicycle "Workers without Wheels" program in NY morphs to assist those stranded by Sandy November 14, 2012
It started as a program to give undocumented Latinos a way to get to work. It expanded to include a way to teach unemployed people a skill. Now, the Congregational Church of Patchogue UCC is using its "Workers without Wheels" program as a way to provide transportation for those stranded by Hurricane Sandy.
Monumental marriage equality victories likely to carry forward November 13, 2012
Four historic victories for marriage equality on Election Day could prove to be the turning point for the issue in our country, signaling a change in popular opinion. Leaders and clergy in United Church of Christ, which affirmed marriage equality in 2005, say the wins will have a lasting impact for the future of the issue, particularly because the decision came from the vote of the people in four states.
Grants to help growing churches in UCC November 12, 2012
Land of the Sky UCC in Asheville, N.C., and Sycamore UCC in El Cerrito, Calif., now have the opportunity to expand their educational ministries, and widen the welcome in their communities thanks to the financial assistance of the United Church of Christ Local Church Ministries.
Respecting religious diversity goal of U.S. Air Force pilot project November 9, 2012
A pilot program at the United States Air Force Academy, designed to protect and respect religious diversity, came up for review recently with the intention to present it to the Department of Defense as curriculum for all U.S. military academies.
New Hampshire UCC welcomes refugees with open arms November 9, 2012
First Congregational Church UCC in Manchester, N.H., connects with students from English for New Americans, a program to help refugees learn the language and adjust to life in a new country.
Honor our troops, support their families on Veterans Day November 9, 2012
On Veterans Day, many United Church of Christ congregations will take time to recognize the sacrifices of our military men and women, and offer support to their families at home.
UCC Announces Plans to Continue Stillspeaking Magazine November 9, 2012
Recently, the United Church of Christ, conducted a comprehensive evaluation of its award-winning bi-annual publication, Stillspeaking Magazine. The evaluation included a survey of current subscribers (approximately 3,500), review of the magazine’s finances, and overall assessment of its objectives and goal achievement.
Outdoor Ministries to take UCC's Mission 4/1 Earth to campsites November 7, 2012
Thousands of church campers around the country will soon be charged with the care of Mother Earth, as part of the United Church of Christ’s next all-church initiative, the Mission 4/1 Earth campaign.
Marriage equality wins big on Election Day November 7, 2012
Voters in four states affirmed marriage equality, and the wins are being celebrated across the United Church of Christ and in the states where voters made their voices heard.
UCC youth sleep in the cold to raise awareness of being homeless November 7, 2012
The temperature dipped into the 30s Saturday night in Elmhurst, Ill., but eight members of the St. Peter's United Church of Christ youth group braved the cold and slept outside in tents, boxes and vehicles to support the area's homeless people.
Hurricane Sandy changes mission, purpose for N.J. congregation November 6, 2012
The Rev. David A. Fleming has every right to feel relieved that Community UCC in Margate, N.J., is still standing almost unscathed in the wake of Hurricane Sandy’s destructive path along the Eastern seaboard. But he says his relief is muted, because some of his congregants are not as fortunate.
Illinois UCC speaks out for marriage equality through theater performance of 8, The Play November 6, 2012
On Nov. 8 at 8 p.m. and for an admission price of $8, Hope United Church of Christ in Naperville, Ill., will host a staged reading of 8, The Play chronicling the federal trail for marriage equality spurred by the passage of California's Proposition 8.
Solar panels reduce energy costs and carbon footprint for California UCC November 6, 2012
When the suggestion of a solar panel installation project first came up at First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, the Rev. David Stabenfeldt was asked a lot of questions. But a year later, members of the Bakersfield, Calif. congregation say it was one of the best things the church has ever done.
United Church of Christ prepares for long-term Hurricane Sandy relief efforts November 5, 2012
Hurricane Sandy has come and gone, but the effects continue to be felt as 17 states in the Eastern U.S. begin the long road to recovery. Despite the challenges ahead, the United Church of Christ wants everyone to know it's here to help for as long as help is needed.
Ohio churches join forces to fight hunger November 2, 2012
Several United Church of Christ congregations in Stark County, Ohio are showing their communities some love by joining forces to fight hunger as part of the Faith,In project.
Churches help alleviate need for blood donations after Superstorm Sandy November 2, 2012
Now more than ever, the Red Cross needs our help. Superstorm Sandy has created a huge shortage of lifesaving blood due to the cancelation of nearly 400 blood drives in states along the East Coast.
General Synod 2013 promotes partnerships through fabric arts November 1, 2012
Brenda Grauer talks about her work with Stitching Hope with a glow and a warmth that can only come from finding one's true calling. And it seems the member of Federated Church United Church of Christ in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, has done exactly that.
Ms. Connie N. Larkman Managing Editor & News Director Publishing, Identity, and Communication Local Church Ministries/Office of General Ministries 700 Prospect Ave. Cleveland,Ohio 44115 216-736-2196 larkmanc@ucc.org
