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SUMMARY:Disability Justice in Congregational Contexts Part I: What is Disability and What is Ableism?
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited for a 3-part series to go deeper into the All Church Read\, “Building Up a New World: Congregational Organizing for Transformative Impact\,” focusing on Chapter 5\, “Disability Justice in Congregational Contexts” with current and former members of the UCC Disability Ministries Board. \nIn Part I\, we’ll explore the complexities and different models of disability to better understand and define disability as it relates to lived experiences. We’ll also explore ableism — the system of oppression experienced by disability communities. This understanding will serve as a foundation for parts II and III of the series.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/disability-justice-in-congregational-contexts-part-i-what-is-disability-and-what-is-ableism/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T130000
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SUMMARY:OWL Taking Flight: Sex Ed in the South
DESCRIPTION:Tanya Bass\, Southern Sexologist and Our Whole Lives Trainer\, will join us for an engaging discussion about the importance of Sex Ed in the South.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/owl-taking-flight-sex-ed-in-the-south/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Our Whole LIves,Our Whole Lives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T163000
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Neighbors in Need Grant Recipients
DESCRIPTION:Join Rachel McDonald\, Generosity Officer Our Church’s Wider Mission and Special Mission Offerings and Christine Lucarelli\, Minister for Granting and Scholarships to learn about the Neighbors in Need grants and hear from three grant recipients. Hear about the ministries supported through these grants\, including a breakfast program for children\, a LGBTQIA+ safe space\, and a network of accessible food pantries. The grants that strengthen these initiatives from Anchorage to Chattanooga are funded gifts to the Neighbors in Need offering. Join to be inspired for your own local ministries and to build enthusiasm for the all-church Neighbors in Need offering many congregations will collect on October 5th.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/celebrating-neighbors-in-need-grant-recipients/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T163000
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SUMMARY:Clergy Conversation Series on Addiction & Families: Family Matters/Families Matter - Part III
DESCRIPTION:Part III – Practicing Harm Reduction for Clergy and Lay Leaders: How Changing Our Minds Helps the People We Love & Serve (and Ourselves). For Part III\, we’ll hear from Erica Poellot & Dee-Dee Stout as they look at the broader issue of countertransference in clergy’s work with families and others when it comes to drug use\, especially illicit drug use. How does this phenomena interfere with our work? How can it help us? What are the tenets of harm reduction & harm reduction psychotherapy that anyone can use as part of an overall loving\, Christ-centered approach to people who use drugs of any kind? We’ll discuss how a harm reduction approach can give us a better and more effective way to work with those who problematically use drugs and their families and keep us aligned with our hearts.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/clergy-conversation-series-on-addiction-families-family-matters-families-matter-part-iii/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250804T175827Z
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SUMMARY:Clergy Conversation Series on Addiction & Families: Family Matters/Families Matter - Part II
DESCRIPTION:Part II – For this 2nd part of this 3-part series\, we’ll continue to learn from Erica Poellot & Dee-Dee Stout as they open this conversation with these questions: How do we support our loved ones without enabling their drug use? Or does that even really matter? Join us as we take a deep dive into the many options families have today beyond the traditional intervention that not only is rarely effective but often has lasting negative effects which can devastate families sometimes forever.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/clergy-conversation-series-on-addiction-families-family-matters-families-matter-part-ii/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250730T172845Z
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SUMMARY:What's Next Series: The Re-Member Yourself as a Sacred Creator
DESCRIPTION:This series began prior to the 2024 election cycle and is designed to help educate us around the big questions of our faith. To live into the Still Speaking G-d\, we are the embodiment of who and what we are called to be to one another – whether it be spiritually\, culturally\, and lovingly during a time when we are being pulled apart at the seams. Part of this embodiment is examining the ways that art speaks and moves us towards expression and collectiveness. \nJoin poet\, artist and Creative Formation practitioner\, Ally Markotich\, to re-member yourself as a sacred creator. During our time together\, Ally will share about her own story of coming back to herself as creative and inspire you to claim your colorful prowess. Become aware of common cultural and personal myths that hold us back from our innate creativity and learn simple ways to reweave creativity into your story. Bring a pencil and some color (markers\, colored pencils or paint) as Ally will complete our gathering by guiding us through a simple 4-step visual prayer process to awaken insight. Come and experience the “ahas” creativity can bring when engaged as a spiritual practice for your life.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/whats-next-series-the-re-member-yourself-as-a-sacred-creator/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T163000
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CREATED:20250804T165804Z
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SUMMARY:Clergy Conversation Series on Addiction & Families: Family Matters/Families Matter - Part I
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 3-part series on Addiction & Families: Family Matter/Families Matter. Part I\, Language Matters: Defining the Words We Use. In this webinar\, we (Erica Poellot and Dee-Dee Stout) discuss how our language around substance use has changed and why this is crucial for us to understand before having deeper conversations about addiction. Words such as recovery\, addiction\, dependence\, substance use disorders\, enabling/codependency\, harm reduction\, and more will be covered. We may also discuss some of the history & myths of harm reduction and abstinence-only treatment. There will be time for Q&A with the panelists after each session!
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/clergy-conversation-series-on-addiction-and-families-family-matters-families-matter-part-i/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250818T135900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T135900Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Strategies to Fight AI Data Centers
DESCRIPTION:Emerging threats demand emerging strategies. The rise of AI data centers has been a driver in the rise in power demand and increasing greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. Moreover\, the advanced cooling systems required by these data centers necessitate high levels of water consumption which can have serious ecological consequences\, especially in places of water scarcity. Finally\, the technological components of AI data centers require the extracting of rare earth minerals in addition to generating enormous amounts of electronic waste. The justice concerns intertwined with these issues are many when one considers the racial and economic disparities in bearing the cost of everything from increased utility bills to the harms of climate change. To address what is at stake and point us toward emerging strategies\, we will hear from following featured guests: \n-Anthony Rogers-Wright\, The Black Hive of Movement for Black Lives \n-Nayyirah Shariff\, Flint Rising \n-Wanda Mosley\, Black Voters Matter \n-Lindsay Harper\, Arm in Arm \nEven if you cannot make the live event\, still register\, and we will send you a recording. \nThis monthly installment of Creation Justice Webinars is co-hosted by the Rev. Dr. Brooks Berndt who serves as the Minister of Environmental Justice for the United Church of Christ and the Rev. Michael Malcom who serves as the Executive Director for Alabama Interfaith Power & Light and the People’s Justice Council.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/emerging-strategies-to-fight-ai-data-centers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Creation Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T163000
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CREATED:20250430T153420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T153420Z
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SUMMARY:Dumpster Fire Ethics: Rethinking How We Follow Jesus
DESCRIPTION:In times of social\, political\, and economic crisis we need new ways to think about morality and ethics to make sure that our ethical approaches serve the moment and compel us into just and healing action. Sociologist\, liturgist\, and sacred music composer Amanda Udis-Kessler offers us a new way of thinking about ethics that is consonant with the commitments of progressive Christianity and that helps us follow Jesus in times of violence\, cruelty\, and corruption. This ethical approach has implications for our spiritual development\, personal growth\, church practices\, and justice work. Join us for a conversation with Amanda about her 2024 Pilgrim Press book Abundant Lives: A Progressive Christian Ethic of Flourishing.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/dumpster-fire-ethics-rethinking-how-we-follow-jesus/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T140000
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CREATED:20250806T142410Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Assembly
DESCRIPTION:The UCC Council for Climate Justice will be hosting a Climate Action Assembly to further the connectedness and action in the UCC for pursuing climate justice. In this gathering\, we will hear from the Rev. Jim Antal about the upcoming national day of action on September 21st called Sun Day. We will also hear from Rebeca Perera\, the Chief Credit Officer for the Cornerstone Fund\, on the present and future outlook for churches going solar after the reconciliation bill. Additional updates will be given about Creation Justice Churches and Climate Hope Affiliates.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/climate-action-assembly-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Creation Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T130000
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CREATED:20250730T160605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T160605Z
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SUMMARY:OWL Taking Flight: Building a Trans/Nonbinary-Inclusive Teen Library
DESCRIPTION:Join Melanie Davis and Sloane Kazim for a discussion about how to make sure your library at home\, at church\, in your community–is inclusive of trans/nonbinary representation. Now\, more than ever\, this matters!
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/owl-taking-flight-building-a-trans-nonbinary-inclusive-teen-library/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Our Whole LIves,Our Whole Lives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250703T165523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165523Z
UID:249218-1756395000-1756400400@www.ucc.org
SUMMARY:Decolonizing Mental Health and Empowering Holistic Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introductory conversation that invites faith leaders into a transformative and lifelong process of letting go of supremacist theologies and monocultural care paradigms of mental wellness. This webinar will explore the intersections of mental wellness\, spiritual formation\, and liberative care that affirms the dignity of each being. Rooted in an Internal Family Systems framework centered on the lived realities of BIPOC communities\, participants will learn how intrapersonal healing can catalyze collective healing and renewal. By integrating cultural humility\, prophetic theology\, and trauma-informed practices\, faith leaders can reshape spiritual care praxis and co-create communities grounded in justice\, belonging\, and sacred restoration.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/decolonizing-mental-health-and-empowering-holistic-wellness/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250613T154219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T154219Z
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SUMMARY:Future of Faith: Is Religion Bad News for Human Rights?
DESCRIPTION:Why at times is religion so dishonest when it gets things wrong\, the instinctive reaction is protect the institution\, don’t tell the truth. Has religion been the catalyst for war and division and if so what conversations do we need to have to rectify that? \nA Nurture the Soul special offering\, Future of Faith: So many of us are living in the most divided times we’ve known collectively. Between fascism\, genocide\, war\, famine\, environmental collapse\, and uncertainty about our relationships and what we are called to be in such a time – we find ourselves deepening or returning to our faith. This series is curated to help us learn from the thought leaders who are exploring these themes and is an invitation to come into a dreaming space where all of G-d’s creation can be cared for – a space where we can know that collective dignity\, love\, kindness\, and respect is honored and how our different perspectives of faith can build up a better world.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/future-of-faith-is-religion-bad-news-for-human-rights/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250725T144237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T144237Z
UID:250097-1755090000-1755093600@www.ucc.org
SUMMARY:Strategies That Meet the Moment
DESCRIPTION:During a time in which it is commonplace to read news articles and opinions that speak of the Trump administration taking us into “uncharted territory\,” what strategies and tactics make the most sense for those seeking climate justice? In wrestling with such questions\, we can learn from past struggles as well as cleareyed assessments of the present while charting a path forward. With research into effective communication and tactics along with case studies of those engaged in the practice of seeking change\, staff from the Climate Advocacy Lab will provide us with a wealth of insights to enable each of us to become better equipped as advocates. Our featured speakers will be KyungSun Lee\, Justin Rolfe-Redding\, and Maliyah Womack. \nEven if you cannot make the live event\, still register\, and we will send you a recording. \nThis monthly installment of Creation Justice Webinars is co-hosted by the Rev. Dr. Brooks Berndt who serves as the Minister of Environmental Justice for the United Church of Christ and the Rev. Michael Malcom who serves as the Executive Director for Alabama Interfaith Power & Light and the People’s Justice Council.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/strategies-that-meet-the-moment/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250715T170213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T162337Z
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SUMMARY:Revitalizing Labor Sunday – Liturgy and Solidarity
DESCRIPTION:The affordability of meeting our basic human needs is beyond comfortable reach for more people than ever. Wages\, salaries\, and worker protections are suppressed. How can churches help meet the needs within their congregations\, their communities\, and our country? The United Church of Christ is revitalizing Labor Sunday as an inflection point for specifically naming the unjust causes of our current struggles\, and the power we have within and without our sanctuaries to manifest real change that helps everyone thrive. Join a conversation with UCC Minister for Economic Justice Rev. Seth Wispelwey on “liturgies for labor” and organizing for worker justice where you are.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/revitalizing-labor-sunday-liturgy-and-solidarity/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250715T174700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T153957Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Faith - Perspectives from Young Leaders in Diverse Religions and Countries
DESCRIPTION:In a world marked by fragmentation and fear\, young people of faith are not retreating—they are rising. They are drawing on sacred teachings to respond with courage\, creativity\, and compassion\, becoming bridge-builders in divided societies. Through dialogue and mutual learning\, we will highlight how interreligious solidarity can be a powerful force for healing\, justice\, and hope. Join two dynamic multi-faith young leaders to learn how young people are deepening or returning to their faith in response to the profound challenges of our time. This program is an invitation to envision a future where diverse faith traditions collaborate to cultivate collective dignity\, love\, kindness\, and respect\, building a better world for all of G-d’s (Allah’s) creation. \nNurture the Soul’s Future of Faith: So many of us are living in the most divided times we’ve known collectively. Between fascism\, genocide\, war\, famine\, environmental collapse\, and uncertainty about our relationships and what we are called to be in such a time – we find ourselves deepening or returning to our faith. This series is curated to help us learn from the thought leaders who are exploring these themes and is an invitation to come into a dreaming space where all of G-d’s creation can be cared for – a space where we can know that collective dignity\, love\, kindness\, and respect is honored and how our different perspectives of faith can build up a better world!
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/the-future-of-faith-perspectives-from-young-leaders-in-diverse-religions-and-countries/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T140000
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CREATED:20250611T143110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T160803Z
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SUMMARY:Service of Appreciation for Federal Environmental Justice Staff and Grantees
DESCRIPTION:For communities around the country\, environmental justice staff at the EPA and other federal agencies along with grantee organizations embody many of the most cherished and important values held in our society. They protect our health and our environment. They serve as public servants deeply concerned about the wellbeing of others\, especially the most vulnerable. \nAs one of the bodies that helped launch the Environmental Justice movement in the United States\, the United Church of Christ (UCC) is committed to honoring these public servants in a time of uncertainty about the future of federal environmental justice programs. \nIn this service\, we will honor those working on environmental justice with gratitude. We will gather together in strength\, comfort\, and solidarity as we renew our collective resilience as an ongoing movement. \nSelected environmental justice staff will provide messages\, along with environmental justice pioneers including: \n\nCharles Lee\, retired Senior Policy Advisor for Environmental Justice at EPA\nRichard Moore\, former Co-Chair of the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council\nDollie Burwell\, leader of Warren County\, North Carolina protests\nRev. Benjamin Chavis\, Jr.\, former director of United Church of Christ Commission for Racial Justice\n\nThe service will be led by the Rev. Terry Yasuko Ogawa\, Area Conference Minister\, SNEUCC and former UCC Dr. Charles E. Cobb Environmental Justice Resident. \nIf you are unable to make the service at the scheduled time\, a link to the recording will be sent to all those who register. \n(This service will take the place of the monthly Creation Justice Webinar hosted by the Rev. Dr. Brooks Berndt\, Minister of Environmental Justice for the United Church of Christ\, and the Rev. Michael Malcom\, Executive Director for the People’s Justice Council and Alabama Interfaith Power & Light.)
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/service-of-appreciation-for-federal-environmental-justice-staff-and-grantees/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Creation Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T163000
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CREATED:20250529T140201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T140201Z
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SUMMARY:Into the Deep: Banned Books Service Project
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about our General Synod service project this year focusing on creating Banned Book libraries in Kanas City and across our wider Church! We’ll dive deeper into why banned book libraries matter\, how to participate in this year’s service project and how to create a banned book library in your congregation.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/into-the-deep-banned-books-service-project/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250310T140105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T140105Z
UID:243898-1749742200-1749745800@www.ucc.org
SUMMARY:A Little One Shall Lead - A Small Church Story Project
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we’ll hear stories about how the wider church and congregations can discover opportunity in their smallness. The stories highlight how to create spirited worship\, highly engaged prayer practices\, and an invitation to live into a committed and generous responses to suffering in the communities where they are located. These compelling stories from 17-small UCC congregations can offer perspective on how denominations may relate with small congregations in fresh ways\, and how seminaries\, through inclusion of small church studies and field experiences\, may enrich clergy education.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/a-little-one-shall-lead-a-small-church-story-project/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250515T150200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T154350Z
UID:247187-1749646800-1749650400@www.ucc.org
SUMMARY:National Faith Mobilization for Sun Day on September 21st
DESCRIPTION:On September 21st\, the UCC will hold a denomination-wide Climate Hope Sunday. This will be a day of worship and action. Liturgical resources will be provided along with advocacy cards directed at Members of Congress. The advocacy cards will feature the winning art from this year’s Climate Hope Art Contest\, and they will allow members a chance to let their congress members know about their desire for robust policies to address the climate crisis. Climate Hope Sunday will coincide with a national day of action being spearheaded by Bill McKibben\, Jim Antal\, and others as they celebrate “Sun-Day” and draw attention to the renewable energy that can power our future. Our theme will be “Bringing Climate Hope to Sun-Day.” At this launch\, we will share about the plans for this event and how the process of ordering advocacy cards will work.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/national-faith-mobilization-for-sun-day-on-september-21st/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Creation Justice,Environmental Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T163000
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CREATED:20250307T141251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T141251Z
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SUMMARY:Into the Deep: Womxn 2 Womxn Series Part III
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intimate workshop and learning community space for womxn as we journey toward Synod together! We’ll grow together and share communal space in an open-meeting format. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to build community and gather.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/into-the-deep-womxn-2-womxn-series-part-iii/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250428T155009Z
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SUMMARY:Lessons\, Stories\, and Theologies of Small Town and Rural (STAR) Churches in 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are joined by a number of Small Town and Rural (STAR) faith and lay leaders for an important conversation to learn about the lessons that all of our faith communities face today. We’ll hear personal accounts of their journeys and how scripture and theology guide them towards framing the future of our churches and our faith.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/lessons-stories-and-theologies-of-small-town-and-rural-star-churches-in-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T130000
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CREATED:20250409T143715Z
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SUMMARY:OWL Taking Flight: What Fresh Hell is This? The Impact of Identity Erasure
DESCRIPTION:Heather Corinna\, founder of Scarleteen.com\, joins Rev. Amy Johnson and Dr. Melanie Davis to discuss the impact of policies\, laws\, and executive orders on the lives of trans/intersex/nonbinary/queer people of all ages. Scarleteen is the largest online resource for comprehensive and highly inclusive sex and relationships education\, information and support centering young people.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/owl-taking-flight-what-fresh-hell-is-this-the-impact-of-identity-erasure/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Our Whole LIves,Our Whole Lives
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250408T163844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T164134Z
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SUMMARY:For Consideration at General Synod 35: Proposed Amendments to the UCC Constitution & Bylaws
DESCRIPTION:This Webinar is being hosted by the UCCB to engage with the wider church about the proposed Amendments to the UCC Constitution and ByLaws. The three sets of amendments will be voted on at General Synod 35. Come to learn more and ask questions!
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/for-consideration-at-general-synod-35-proposed-amendments-to-the-ucc-constitution-bylaws-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250408T162338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T164244Z
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SUMMARY:For Consideration at General Synod 35: Proposed Amendments to the UCC Constitution & Bylaws
DESCRIPTION:This Webinar is being hosted by the UCCB to engage with the wider church about the proposed Amendments to the UCC Constitution and ByLaws. The three sets of amendments will be voted on at General Synod 35. Come to learn more and ask questions!
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/for-consideration-at-general-synod-35-proposed-amendments-to-the-ucc-constitution-bylaws/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250331T160725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T160725Z
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SUMMARY:Theology\, Polity\, or Policy - How Do We Move Forward on Immigration in Small Town and Rural Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from Pastors and Leaders within 3-different geographic small town and rural settings within the UCC to explore immigration during this complicated political and theological time. During our shared time together\, we’ll hear more about how current immigration policies are impacting these small and rural settings\, what our scriptures call us to be to one another\, and how our UCC polity can inform our work to push back on the hateful rhetoric and policies that seeks to strip the dignity and humanity of those migrating to the United States.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/theology-polity-or-policy-how-do-we-move-forward-on-immigration-in-small-town-and-rural-communities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250424T142615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T142615Z
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SUMMARY:A Relentless Struggle for Justice
DESCRIPTION:The story of Charles Lee’s involvement and leadership in the struggle for environmental justice intersects with many of the most pivotal events in the movement’s history: the Warren Country protests that gave birth to a movement\, the publication of “Toxic Wastes and Race in the United States” that became a landmark report\, the First National People of Color Environmental Leadership Summit that issued the groundbreaking “Principles of Environmental Justice\,” and the establishment of environmental justice as a core part of the EPA’s mission. On March 31st\, Charles Lee retired as the Senior Policy Advisor for Environmental Justice for the EPA after working there for more than two decades. In this webinar\, Lee will reflect back on his distinguished career. \nEven if you cannot make the webinar at its scheduled time\, still sign-up\, and we will send you a link to a recording of it. \nThis monthly installment of Creation Justice Webinars is co-hosted by the Rev. Dr. Brooks Berndt who serves as the Minister of Environmental Justice for the United Church of Christ and the Rev. Michael Malcom who serves as the Executive Director for Alabama Interfaith Power & Light and the People’s Justice Council.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/a-relentless-struggle-for-justice/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Creation Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250307T140809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T140809Z
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SUMMARY:Into the Deep: Womxn 2 Womxn Series Part II
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intimate workshop and learning community space for womxn as we journey toward Synod together! We’ll grow together and share communal space in an open-meeting format. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to build community and gather.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/into-the-deep-womxn-2-womxn-series-part-ii/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250423T132839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T132839Z
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SUMMARY:What's Next\, Theatre for Change: Use What You've Got!
DESCRIPTION:This series began prior to the 2024 election cycle and is designed to help educate us around the big questions of our faith. This special offering is curated to push back on the political ideology and divide that has become this nation’s “religion”. To live into the Still Speaking G-d\, we are the embodiment of who and what we are called to be to one another – whether it be spiritually\, culturally\, and lovingly during a time when we are being pulled apart at the seams. Part of this embodiment is examining the ways that art speaks and moves us towards expression and collectiveness. \nIn this session\, Rev. Dr. McGilvery shares insights from their recent work using theatre to amplify unheard voices\, advocate for justice\, and bring overlooked stories to the stage. We’ll explore how even the smallest resources—when used intentionally—can spark meaningful change in communities. Whether you’re an artist\, educator\, or activist\, you’ll be inspired to use what you have to create an impact where you are.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/whats-next-theatre-for-change-use-what-youve-got/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T030038
CREATED:20250404T130956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T165812Z
UID:245159-1746718200-1746721800@www.ucc.org
SUMMARY:Our Faith and Sensitive Locations - What Faith Communities Are Doing
DESCRIPTION:The Center on Faith and Justice along with the Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection at Georgetown Law organized a lawsuit against the federal government on behalf of more than two dozen religious groups in response to the current administration’s policy allowing immigration agents more leeway to make arrests at “sensitive locations\,” including houses of worship. Join us to learn more about what the lawsuit is\, what our own congregations and communities can do to support our siblings migrating\, and dream of what’s next collectively.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/our-faith-and-sensitive-locations-what-faith-communities-are-doing/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Nurture the Soul
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