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SUMMARY:Gaza Today: Perspectives from Palestinian Christian Partners
DESCRIPTION:As Israel’s war on Gaza continues\, more than 34\,000 Palestinians have been killed in the past seven months\, many more are injured\, and thousands are unaccounted for. Most of the 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza are suffering starvation\, desperate for medical care\, and are displaced from their homes and communities which have been targeted and destroyed. \nOur Palestinian partners remind us that the history of crisis in Gaza did not begin on Oct. 7\, 2023. It is a history that goes much deeper. \nJoin us in this webinar to hear from partners who are deeply involved in serving the community in Gaza and speaking with clarity on what is required. Nader Abu Amsha is the Executive Secretary of the Middle East Council of Churches’ Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees. DSPR has been present in Gaza for three-quarters of a century and continues to serve its community in Gaza despite the many challenges. The Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac is pastor of the Christian Lutheran Church in Bethlehem and Dean of the Bethlehem Bible College. He has spoken to the world\, challenging mainstream framing of the war\, and urging Christians to engage authentically. They will share a perspective not generally heard.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/gaza-today-perspectives-from-palestinian-christian-partners/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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SUMMARY:People on the Move
DESCRIPTION:The number of people forcibly displaced from their homes and communities is at an all-time high\, now over 100 million people worldwide\, and continues to grow. Due to violence and conflict\, natural disasters\, climate change and other social\, political\, and economic factors\, people have been uprooted and are seeking safety and security elsewhere. Our partners in the Middle East and Europe are directly involved in assisting people who have left their homes\, responding to their needs and providing assistance and care. In this webinar\, we will hear from partners which are directly involved and from people who have been impacted\, to hear their experiences and stories. Following up from a regional consultation held in Rome this January\, please join us to hear from colleagues at the Forum for Development\, Culture\, and Dialogue (Lebanon and Syria)\, the Afghan Association for Women\, and Mediterranean Hope (Italy) to learn about their work and current realities. \nSponsored by: the Federation of Protestant Churches in Italy (FCEI)\, the Presbyterian Church (USA)\, the Reformed Church in America\, and Global Ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and United Church of Christ.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/people-on-the-move/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T150000
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CREATED:20230427T145912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T145912Z
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SUMMARY:Becoming an Immigrant Welcoming Church
DESCRIPTION:Just as ONA\, WISE\, and Willing to Respond are standardized designations across the life of the UCC\, we are working to expand the Immigrant Welcoming Church (IWC) designation. Please join us for a conversation on becoming an IWC church\, and how this formalized designation will help you with resources\, collaboration\, and strengthening our collective capacity to welcome with dignity.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/becoming-an-immigrant-welcoming-church/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T130000
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SUMMARY:A Palestinian Christian Reflection on the Meaning of Easter
DESCRIPTION:In the week following Western celebrations of Easter\, and during what is Holy Week for Orthodox and some other Eastern Christians\, Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac will share his understandings of the journey to Easter — Palm Sunday\, Last Week\, the Cross\, Resurrection — and Easter stories. \nPastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Christmas Church in Bethlehem\, academic dean at Bethlehem Bible College\, and the director of the Christ at the Checkpoint conferences\, the Rev. Dr. Isaac has written several books; his latest is The Other Side of the Wall: A Palestinian Christian Narrative of Lament and Hope. \nThis webinar is jointly presented by Global Ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and United Church of Christ and the United Church of Christ Palestine Israel Network (UCC PIN).
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/a-palestinian-christian-reflection-on-the-meaning-of-easter/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T110000
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SUMMARY:War in Ukraine and Our Church's Response
DESCRIPTION:When Russia invaded Ukraine in February\, 2022\, members of the United Church of Christ were exceedingly generous in offering support for people affected by the war.  In the past 13 months\, more than 15 million people in Ukraine have been displaced from their homes and communities\, fleeing both inside Ukraine and to other countries.  UCC partners responded immediately with care and support\, and continue to meet needs even as they face their own sometimes challenging circumstances.\n\n\nJoin four UCC leaders who recently visited partners in central and eastern Europe to hear the stories and reflections they carry back from their encounters in Ukraine\, Hungary\, Greece\, and Moldova.  Learn about the inspiring work our partners are undertaking\, which is strengthened by the generosity of UCC members and friends.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/war-in-ukraine-and-our-churchs-response/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T150000
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CREATED:20230110T164836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T164836Z
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SUMMARY:Migrant Sponsorship: Responding to the Heartbreaking Emails
DESCRIPTION:UCC Refugee & Migration Services will be speaking about the new\, specialized migrant sponsorship processes\, why they evolved\, and why they’re resulting in a flood of heartbreaking e mails from migrants around the world in your local church inbox. Guests from Al Otro Lado\, a family reunification non-profit in California\, will be joining us to discuss this phenomenon.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/migrant-sponsorship-responding-to-the-heartbreaking-emails/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T140000
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SUMMARY:Gift Giving and Worker Justice
DESCRIPTION:Learn ways you can give gifts AND participate in establishing just wages and worker safety standards for migrant workers and building the wealth of small business owners internationally and nationally. Milk with Dignity/Migrant Justice and Equal Exchange will provide ways for you to connect with their programs both as churches and individuals.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/gift-giving-and-worker-justice/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T210000
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CREATED:20221102T134149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T132033Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Harvest and Ministry in Yunnan Province\, China
DESCRIPTION:Join the East Asia and Pacific office and representatives of Yunnan Provincial and Baoshan City Christian Councils as they discuss local harvest traditions and highlight social service and ministry programs serving the prevalent minority communities of this mountain province in western China. \nThere will be a special presentation by the Little Well Church choir that features members of the Miao community performing traditional Thanksgiving songs. We will also join Baoshan Christian Council via live stream as they promoting HIV/AID awareness in the community for World AIDS Day on December 1.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/celebration-of-harvest-and-ministry-in-yunnan-province-china/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T120000
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CREATED:20221004T153422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T131502Z
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SUMMARY:Planning Your 2023 Volunteer Service Trip
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer Service Trip…Mission Trip…Work Trip…\nTraveling to places in need to perform hand’s on service is a long tradition in the United Church of Christ. With Covid restrictions waning\, this fall is the right time to start planning your 2023 Volunteer Service Trip. \nThis webinar will include: ideas and planning suggestions\, new UCC curriculum to deepen youth trips into Faith Formation experiences\, and practical pieces for creating a positive and productive experience. \nAll are welcome!
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/planning-your-2023-volunteer-service-trip/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T150000
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CREATED:20220627T111019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T111019Z
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SUMMARY:Witnesses with the World's Workers
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we hear the testimonies of Union Workers and workers in the “informal” economies of the world. We will be joined by leaders representing informal economy workers in Zimbabwe\, migrant workers\, union workers\, and more. Learn key ways you and your church can help support and educate about worker Justice rooted in the UN Sustainable Development Goals\, to include participation in this year’s Labor in the Pulpit.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/witnesses-with-the-worlds-workers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T150000
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CREATED:20220502T181952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T134017Z
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SUMMARY:World Refugee Day Ecumenical Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:June 20 is World Refugee Day. UCC Refugee and Migration Ministries\, in collaboration with the Presbyterian Church USA and the Disciples of Christ\, will host a live\, ecumenical online worship service June 1 at 2 p.m. (Eastern)\, then make the recording and related resources available to local congregations June 20 or another day of their choice. This service will include litanies\, prayers\, and reflections on global mass migration and bring us together to inspire in us a faithful and loving response.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/world-refugee-day-ecumenical-worship-service/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T120000
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CREATED:20220426T140548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T131603Z
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SUMMARY:Resisting Apartheid: Promoting Justice and Planting Olive Trees
DESCRIPTION:In 2021 and 2022\, major human rights organizations such as B’Tselem\, Human Rights Watch\, and Amnesty International have documented and named Israeli practices and policies as Apartheid. Palestinians\, including some Disciples and UCC partners such as the Joint Advocacy Initiative of the Palestinian YMCA and YWCA\, have been speaking in these terms\, for much longer. As more and more institutions and people are identifying Israeli practices and policies as apartheid\, what does it look like on the ground\, and why is important for the global church community to speak about the legal and ethical aspects in these terms? \nMr. Nidal Abu Zuluf\, Director of the Joint Advocacy Initiative\, will share about how Israeli policies are consistent with the international legal definition of the crime of apartheid\, the ways that Palestinians are affected on a daily basis\, and how you can support creative Palestinian non-violent resistance to those policies. \nNidal Abu Zuluf is the Director of the Joint YMCA/YWCA Advocacy Initiative (JAI). Nidal is a co-author of the Palestinian Kairos Document and serves as a member in its Steering Committee and in the Executive Committee of the Global Kairos of Justice Collation. He is the Founder of the Palestinian Youth Ecumenical Movement which is a member of the WSCF (World Student Christian federation). Until recently Nidal served as the Coordinator of the National Coalition of Christian Organizations in Palestine (the NCCOP).
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/resisting-apartheid-promoting-justice-and-planting-olive-trees/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20220404T193616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T165621Z
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SUMMARY:Repairing the Breach: Climate Justice\, Land\, Debt and Reparations
DESCRIPTION:In preparation for Earth Day\, come learn the link between climate Justice\, land\, debt and reparations. We will examine the challenges faced by our global partners AND the innovative ways they are tackling them.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/repairing-the-breach-climate-justice-land-debt-and-reparations/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T150000
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CREATED:20220303T172939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T140927Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Ministries Celebrates National Volunteer Month: Stories\, Tips\, and Ideas to Honor and Inspire the Volunteers in your Church
DESCRIPTION:Churches run on volunteer power…but current conditions make volunteering harder. What can the UCC spaces do to support the essential role of volunteers? What do volunteers do in the wider church? \nThis event is for people who are interested in volunteer service and people who work with volunteers. Hear stories from full-time deployed Partners In Service about the meaning of volunteer service in their faith and lives. Learn ways to lead and encourage a volunteer community from the Milwaukee General Synod Volunteer Coordinator. Get some ideas for celebrating the volunteers in your congregation before the program year concludes. \nWith Rev. Elena Larssen\, Minister for Volunteer Engagement\, this event is a chance to learn about the historic Volunteer Ministries of the UCC and reflect on volunteer opportunities that may be calling you to service\, while picking up some inspiration for volunteerism in your congregation. All are welcome!
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/volunteer-ministries-celebrates-national-volunteer-month-stories-tips-and-ideas-to-honor-and-inspire-the-volunteers-in-your-church/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20220228T162831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T132051Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating 100 Years with Back Bay Mission: Making Good Trouble on the Coast of Mississippi
DESCRIPTION:Join the executive director of the UCC’s historic Back Bay Mission for a celebration of 100 years of service “making good trouble” in Biloxi\, Mississippi. Back Bay is known for hosting up to 800 volunteers a year to repair homes\, serve the unsheltered\, and create positive systemic change in a highly diverse coastal city. Back Bay is the only UCC imprint in the state of Mississippi\, and holds a distinction as the #1 destination for UCC “Partners in Service” volunteers. \nCome to learn\, celebrate\, and participate as Rev. Elena Larssen\, UCC Minister for Volunteer Engagement\, interviews Ms. Sara Smith\, ‘Home at Last’ Case Manager to unsheltered people\, and Rev. James Pennington\, Executive Director\, about the history and future of this beloved humanitarian and activist institution as it enters its second decade of ministry.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/celebrating-100-years-with-back-bay-mission-making-good-trouble-on-the-coast-of-mississippi/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20220110T200423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T141222Z
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SUMMARY:The Politics of Persecution: Middle Eastern Christians in an Age of Empire
DESCRIPTION:Christians in the Middle East are the proud descendants of the first followers of Jesus\, continuing in the traditions of Christian churches\, some of which date back to the early centuries of Christianity. Despite their status as numerical minorities\, and living through a variety of difficult circumstances\, they persist in their presence and offer a vibrant witness to their faith. Discussion about them has become highly politicized\, to their detriment. \nThe Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb is founder and President of the Diyar Consortium\, which includes Dar al-Kalima University\, partners of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and United Church of Christ through Global Ministries. Rev. Raheb is a Palestinian Lutheran pastor and thinker from Bethlehem\, preeminent contextual theologian\, and author of more than forty books\, including The Politics of Persecution: Middle Eastern Christians in an Age of Empire.” \nJoin us on Wed.\, Feb. 23 to hear Rev. Raheb speak about his newest book\, which addresses the situation of Christians in the Middle East\, and discuss it with him. He will present a less-familiar narrative about Christians in the Middle East\, challenging us to reconsider how we think about our siblings in faith. Rev. Raheb’s book is available though Baylor University Press (https://www.globalministries.org/rev-mitri-rahebs-new-book-rebuffs-western-perceptions-of-persecuted-christians-in-the-middle-east-and-retells-their-story/)\, and we strongly encourage you to find a copy and read it before the webinar so you can engage with Rev. Raheb in the discussion.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/the-politics-of-persecution-middle-eastern-christians-in-an-age-of-empire/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20211111T205850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T175956Z
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SUMMARY:Global HOPE Blue Christmas Worship
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, Dec 1\, 2pm ET for a virtual worship service with Team Global HOPE at UCC National Ministries for a Blue Christmas worship service. Blue Christmas services traditionally provide space for those who don’t feel so “merry and bright” during the holiday season. \nThis service seeks to recognize and stand in solidarity with the experiences of those aggrieved or displaced by disaster or forced migration in 2021. We remember that we are called to stand in solidarity with the captive and the oppressed\, and work together with God’s guidance to create a just world for all. UCC Clergy and choirs engaged in humanitarian ministries across the denomination will be providing reflective liturgy\, music\, and preaching during this event. \nWe will be celebrating communion together virtually so please have something to eat and drink ready. It can be whatever you have on hand\, not necessarily bread and juice. This event will be recorded for later availability or use in local Blue Christmas events.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/global-hope-blue-christmas-worship/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20210903T173801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T195748Z
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SUMMARY:World Communion Sunday Worship
DESCRIPTION:Join us the Wednesday before World Communion Sunday as we celebrate and worship together. The first Sunday of October has become a time when Christians in every culture break bread and pour the cup to remember and affirm Christ as the Head of the Church. On that day\, we remember that we are part of the whole body of believers. Whether shared in a grand cathedral\, a mud hut\, outside on a hilltop\, in a meetinghouse\, or in a storefront\, Christians celebrate the communion liturgy in as many ways as there are congregations. \nWe will be celebrating communion together virtually so please have something to eat and drink ready. It can be whatever you have on hand\, not necessarily bread and juice.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/world-communion-sunday-worship/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20210902T135313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T151602Z
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SUMMARY:Reflections on Mission in the Time of COVID
DESCRIPTION:Join mission co-workers serving around the world as they reflect about their call\, serving during the pandemic\, and what mission means to them as they live and work with global partners. \nAndrew Larsen\, serving with the NCCP in the Philippines\, Kahala Cannon\, serving with the Council of Churches of Swaziland in eSwatini\, Nishan and Maria Bakalian both serving with the Union of Armenian Evangelical Churches in the Near East in Lebanon\, will be in conversation with Cathy Nichols\, Executive for Mission Personnel.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/reflections-on-mission-in-the-time-of-covid/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20210602T213114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210604T180527Z
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SUMMARY:Together in Hope: A Journey through Southern Asia
DESCRIPTION:Join Brande Crosby\, Global Ministries Communications Associate\, at the premier of a 37-minute travel documentary\, “A Story from Southern Asia”\, on her encounters with people and their initiatives for change. To make connections between continents for Global Ministries’ Southern Asia Initiative\, Brande travelled to India\, Sri Lanka\, Bangladesh and Indonesia in 2019\, and captured stories and images of people engaged with the challenges of human trafficking and forced migration\, caste discrimination\, religious and ethnic conflicts and climate change. \nNearly two years since then\, these partners now find themselves in circumstances more complex and challenging on account of Covid 19. Deenabandhu Manchala\, Southern Asia Executive\, will reflect on what these mean to the churches there and here\, and to our journey of hope together.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/together-in-hope-a-journey-through-southern-asia/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210601T130644Z
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SUMMARY:Testing Justice: the Divide of COVID-19 Vaccine Access Globally
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every country around the world. Yet\, we’ve seen developing countries shut out from vaccine access\, while developed countries have horded supplies to make vaccines along with manufactured doses. This divide has impacted our global partners and will continue to impact them for years to come. \nThe Rev. Michael Kalito\, Training and Capacity Development Manager at the Theological Education by Extension\, Zambia\, will give a theological reflection on COVID-19 and the uneven and inequitable rollout of the vaccine. Each Area Executive will then speak to specific challenges facing our partners in their region.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/testing-justice-the-divide-of-covid-19-vaccine-access-globally/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20210422T165847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210429T161646Z
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SUMMARY:The Middle East in Transition\, and the Future and Role of its Christians
DESCRIPTION:The counties of the Middle East region continue to experience major social\, political\, and economic shifts with uncertain outcomes. What is sure is that the people of the region have been impacted in significant – and even tragic – ways. The Christians and churches of the region have not been exempt from these shifts. What is their future? What has been their role in responding to needs\, and what will their role be in what is to come? Join us to hear from the General Secretary of the Middle East Council of Churches\, Dr. Michel Abs\, as he offers his insight into the context and his vision for the place of Christians in the future.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/the-middle-east-in-transition-and-the-future-and-role-of-its-christians/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20210415T195529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T134132Z
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SUMMARY:State of Global Racial Justice
DESCRIPTION:Racism\, xenophobia and all forms of discrimination are on the rise globally. Afrophobia refers to a range of negative attitudes and feelings towards black people or people of African Descent around the world. It is a perceived fear and hatred of the cultures and peoples of Africa and the African diaspora. Casteism prejudice or antagonism directed against someone of a different caste. These are global problems diminishing the human rights of the world’s population. Join us for a conversation on the state of racism and discrimination globally.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/state-of-global-racial-justice/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T223859
CREATED:20210408T135920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T142031Z
UID:158767-1619013600-1619017200@www.ucc.org
SUMMARY:Spiritualities and Powers
DESCRIPTION:The spiritualities of colonized peoples survived and are being recovered by new generations. The project of decolonizing Christianity and dismantling Empire is one that must confront the realities of spiritualities that give life and flourish in spite of past and present oppression. How are these surviving and contributing to resilience and justice? \nThe Wednesdays with the World webinar series will be highlighting the ways in which the quest for justice is intersectional and global\, allowing UCC members greater opportunities for increased awareness of global concerns and highlighting options for advocacy and action.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/spiritualities-and-powers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Wednesdays with the World
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