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SUMMARY:Responding to the Deadly ICE Detention System: Ways to Resist
DESCRIPTION:As Immigration and Custom’s Enforcement (ICE) continues to terrorize communities\, separate families\, and even kill citizens and non-citizens alike as part of this administration’s mass deportation campaign\, there is also increased public scrutiny of this country’s detention center system for migrants.  In 2025 alone\, ICE broke records for the number of people who have died in detention\, most often due to the horrific conditions and lack of proper medical care. Since this administration’s inauguration in 2025\, 52 people have died in detention according to Human Rights Watch—four times that of the previous administration. Join us to learn from UCC pastors and lay leaders as they share how they’ve taken action and learn what we can do as people of faith to stop detention and continue to resist this deadly system. \nPanelists include:  \n\nRev. Ali Lopez-Valcarcel\nRev. Deborah Lee\nRev. Dr. Laurinda Hafner\nRev. ellie hutchison\nRev. Lesley Jones\n\n 
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/responding-to-the-deadly-ice-detention-system-ways-to-resist/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T153000
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SUMMARY:Faith in Action: Global Peacemaking (A Two-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:2025 saw the highest number of active conflicts since World War II\, and data so far this year shows that the rise in conflicts globally is likely to continue. As we mark International Day of Peace on September 21\, we take hope from our global partners who are working for peace with justice in their communities and countries. In this webinar\, learn about transformation through mission as partners share their work\, how to support their efforts\, and ways to share their stories in your churches and community.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/faith-in-action-global-peacemaking-a-two-part-series/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul,Programmatic Priorities - Climate Action,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T163000
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SUMMARY:Future of Faith: The Courage to Be Church
DESCRIPTION:As mainline Protestant membership continues to decline\, many churches have resigned themselves to an inevitable death. Despite this fatalistic temptation\, this conversation aims to reinvigorate congregations through a reclamation of the rich theological and practical tools found within our liberal Protestant history through a contemporary lens. Our conversation partner invites us to courageously hear the call to confront our precarity with hope rather than fear\, inviting our communities to consider the power of faithful discipleship amid an uncertain future. \n  \nPanelists include:  \nDelaney Beh\nRev. ellie hutchison \nDelaney Beh (they/them) is a recent MDiv graduate of the University of Chicago Divinity School and a Member in Discernment in the Indiana-Kentucky Conference. Growing up in both Catholic and evangelical churches\, Delaney’s sense of call at the age of 17 quickly led them into the affirming embrace of the United Church of Christ. After serving UCC congregations in Indiana\, Colorado\, and Illinois\, they became increasingly struck by how the fear of decline often prevented churches from fully embracing their role as the hands and feet of Christ. These experiences inspired Delaney to write “The Courage to Be Church: Renewing Liberal Protestant Discipleship in an Age of Uncertainty\,” the master’s thesis that serves as the foundation for this conversation. Delaney hopes this research reflects the kind of ministry they strive to embody—one that meets an uncertain future not with anxious control but with surrender to the Spirit’s still-speaking voice.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/future-of-faith-the-courage-to-be-church/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Faith INFO,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T163000
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SUMMARY:Faith in Action: Global Peacemaking (A Two-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:2025 saw the highest number of active conflicts since World War II\, and data so far this year shows that the rise in conflicts globally is likely to continue. As we mark International Day of Peace on September 21\, we take hope from our global partners who are working for peace with justice in their communities and countries. In this webinar\, learn about transformation through mission as partners share their work\, how to support their efforts\, and ways to share their stories in your churches and community.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/faith-in-action-global-peacemaking-a-two-part-series/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul,Programmatic Priorities - Climate Action,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260906T050236
CREATED:20260810T182345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T141848Z
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SUMMARY:Vote with Love: Mobilizing Our Communities This Midterm Election
DESCRIPTION:This midterm election\, the stakes are higher than ever. Join the United Church of Christ and our partners for a conversation about why community mobilization matters right now\, and what’s on the line for a few of the issues closest to our hearts: climate change\, immigration justice\, and economic justice. We’ll explore how these issues are showing up on ballots and in policy debates this election cycle\, and why voting with love is a faith practice\, not just a civic duty.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/vote-with-love-mobilizing-our-communities-this-midterm-election/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul,Our Faith Our Vote,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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SUMMARY:Access Sunday 2026: Get Your Resources Here!
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to be joined again this year by members of the Disability Ministries Board to learn more about how you can share Access Sunday with your faith communities! During this webinar\, we’ll talk about what Access Sunday is\, preview some of the resources the UCC Disabilities Ministries has available for your church’s use\, and how to incorporate them into your service.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/access-sunday-2026-get-your-resources-here/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Health and Wholeness Advocacy Ministries,Nurture the Soul,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T130000
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SUMMARY:Preventing Violence Against Women
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discuss how the UCC and other professionals are working to prevent violence against women\, both domestically and globally.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/preventing-violence-against-women/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Our Whole LIves,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T163000
DTSTAMP:20260906T050236
CREATED:20260831T181414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T181454Z
UID:265336-1792423800-1792427400@www.ucc.org
SUMMARY:Future of Faith: Communities of Deep Conversation
DESCRIPTION:In this fraught time\, when loneliness is epidemic\, when fear can lead to silence or dwelling on the superficial\, when political polarization pulls us into circles of sameness creating an “us” vs. “them\,” the work of sustaining communities of deep conversation is essential and it is hard. In our time together\, we will explore the gifts of the UCC that nurture theological humility and shared leadership\, the particular challenges of this time\, and the image of the mobius strip. How do we cultivate empathy and imagination\, honoring differences and practicing discernment\, as we clarify our sense of communal and individual purpose?
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/future-of-faith-communities-of-deep-conversation/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260906T050236
CREATED:20260727T141103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T134137Z
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SUMMARY:Reshaping Narratives & Decolonizing the Christian Church
DESCRIPTION:Racial Justice Ministries and Worship and Theology Ministries of the United Church of Christ invite you to revitalize your faith with spiritual practices to nourish your justice journey and strengthen the Christian Church. \nIs Christian extremism theological? Supremacists’ ideology biblical? The Doctrine of Discovery Christian? Domination over human beings of God? \nReshaping narratives that tell more accurate stories within the bible broadens our theological perspectives and strengthens our spiritual practices. Beloved siblings around the world are witnessing governments and institutions implementing policies that dehumanize and displace God’s human family. As people of faith we must protect\, recognize\, respect\, and include all people of diverse cultures\, identities\, and faith perspectives. \nThe Rev. Dr. Curtiss DeYoung\, racial justice academic\, author\, activist\, and biblical scholar will join the Rev. Dr. Cheryl Lindsay\, UCC Minister for Worship and Theology and spiritual practitioner for an empowering and necessary conversation to remain encouraged and equipped advocates\, activists\, and organizers to strengthen the church. We are the Kindom of God and Justice is for All! \nHost: Rev. Dr. Velda Love \nPanelists: Rev. Cheryl Lindsay and Rev. Dr. Curtiss DeYoung
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/reshaping-narratives-decolonizing-the-christian-church/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T163000
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Pulpit: Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care
DESCRIPTION:This two-part webinar series explores the growing need for chaplains\, and the vital role chaplaincy plays in providing spiritual and emotional care across diverse settings. Participants will gain an introduction to the profession\, learn the 5 Ws of Chaplaincy from one of the nation’s top accredited chaplaincy programs\, and discover how chaplains offer empathetic\, nonjudgmental support in hospitals\, the military\, corporate environments\, and community spaces. The series will also examine emerging trends in chaplaincy\, the challenges of serving an increasingly disconnected and politically polarized society\, and how we can work together to ensure greater access to this essential form of care. \n  \nGuests include: \nRev. Dr. Danielle Buhuro\nRev. ellie hutchison \n  \nRev. Dr. Danielle “Danie” J. Buhuro is Executive Director and lead CPE Supervisor at Sankofa CPE Center which offers innovative online Clinical Pastoral Education programming along with unique social justice-oriented clinical work settings and prepares clergy chaplains for board certification. She is also Assistant Professor of Practical Theology at Gammon Theological Seminary in Atlanta\, Georgia. Dr. Buhuro is passionate about issues of race\, gender and sexuality. She is author of “Spiritual Care In An Age of #BlackLivesMatter: Examining the Spiritual and Prophetic Needs of African Americans Living In A Violent America.”\n\nDr. Buhuro attended Chicago Theological Seminary\, where she earned the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Theology\, Ethics and Human Sciences with a focus on Pastoral Theology. Dr. Buhuro also holds a Doctor of Ministry and Master of Divinity degrees respectively.\n\nDr. Buhuro has served on the national board of directors for ACPE: The Standard for Spiritual Care & Education. She facilitates numerous workshops nation-wide on African American Pastoral Care and African-centered psychology.\n\nDr. Buhuro is same-gender-loving and currently partnered. She parents a son\, Ezekiel Calvin Buhuro.\n\nRev. Dr. Buhuro is committed to excellence and community partnership. Her philosophy of education embraces a pedagogy of helping students enhance their pastoral identity and pastoral competence while improving their pastoral reflection.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/beyond-the-pulpit-chaplaincy-and-spiritual-care/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Faith INFO,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260906T050236
CREATED:20260831T181858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T181858Z
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SUMMARY:UCC Volunteer Ministries - Programs\, Opportunities and Updates
DESCRIPTION:In the years since Covid pandemic restrictions interrupted and closed nonprofit volunteer programs nationwide\, UCC Volunteer Ministries has witnessed and participated in the rebuilding of volunteer partnerships and related opportunities across the church. Rev. Kelly Burd\, Minister for UCC Volunteer Engagement Ministries\, will share an overview of new and returning volunteer programs\, internships\, grants\, and resources\, including a newly updated edition of the UCC Mission Trip Opportunities directory for 2027. There will be time for Q and A and feedback on future webinar topics for volunteer ministry-related needs and interests.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/ucc-volunteer-ministries-programs-opportunities-and-updates/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Global Hope,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T163000
DTSTAMP:20260906T050236
CREATED:20260731T142636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T142636Z
UID:264352-1793287800-1793291400@www.ucc.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Pulpit: Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care
DESCRIPTION:This two-part webinar series explores the growing need for chaplains\, and the vital role chaplaincy plays in providing spiritual and emotional care across diverse settings. Participants will gain an introduction to the profession\, learn the 5 Ws of Chaplaincy from one of the nation’s top accredited chaplaincy programs\, and discover how chaplains offer empathetic\, nonjudgmental support in hospitals\, the military\, corporate environments\, and community spaces. The series will also examine emerging trends in chaplaincy\, the challenges of serving an increasingly disconnected and politically polarized society\, and how we can work together to ensure greater access to this essential form of care. \n  \nGuests include: \nRev. Dr. Danielle Buhuro\nRev. ellie hutchison \n  \nRev. Dr. Danielle “Danie” J. Buhuro is Executive Director and lead CPE Supervisor at Sankofa CPE Center which offers innovative online Clinical Pastoral Education programming along with unique social justice-oriented clinical work settings and prepares clergy chaplains for board certification. She is also Assistant Professor of Practical Theology at Gammon Theological Seminary in Atlanta\, Georgia. Dr. Buhuro is passionate about issues of race\, gender and sexuality. She is author of “Spiritual Care In An Age of #BlackLivesMatter: Examining the Spiritual and Prophetic Needs of African Americans Living In A Violent America.”\n\nDr. Buhuro attended Chicago Theological Seminary\, where she earned the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Theology\, Ethics and Human Sciences with a focus on Pastoral Theology. Dr. Buhuro also holds a Doctor of Ministry and Master of Divinity degrees respectively.\n\nDr. Buhuro has served on the national board of directors for ACPE: The Standard for Spiritual Care & Education. She facilitates numerous workshops nation-wide on African American Pastoral Care and African-centered psychology.\n\nDr. Buhuro is same-gender-loving and currently partnered. She parents a son\, Ezekiel Calvin Buhuro.\n\nRev. Dr. Buhuro is committed to excellence and community partnership. Her philosophy of education embraces a pedagogy of helping students enhance their pastoral identity and pastoral competence while improving their pastoral reflection.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/beyond-the-pulpit-chaplaincy-and-spiritual-care/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Faith INFO,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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SUMMARY:Trans Athletes: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Join our conversation with Hudson Nummerdor\, Our Whole Lives Trainer and AASECT-Certified Sexuality Educator\, as we dive into the myths and realities about trans athletes.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/trans-athletes-what-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Our Whole LIves,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260906T050236
CREATED:20260831T174027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T155755Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Our Whole Lives Second Edition Highlights!
DESCRIPTION:Kick-start the new year by learning about the much-anticipated second edition of Our Whole Lives for Young Adults\, ages 18-35\, now available in secular\, UU\, and UCC editions.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/young-adult-our-whole-lives-second-edition-highlights/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Our Whole LIves,Programmatic Priorities - Decolonization,Programmatic Priorities - Leadership Development,Programmatic Priorities - Reshaping the Narrative,Programmatic Priorities - Spiritual Formation,Programmatic Priorities - Strengthening the Church
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