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SUMMARY:OWL Taking Flight - LGBTQ and Aging
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discuss issues specific to LGBTQ+ people and aging.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/owl-taking-flight-lgbtq-and-aging/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Our Whole Lives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T153000
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SUMMARY:Revitalizing Church Practices: New Church Planting Strategies for Success
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a transformative journey to breathe life into communities through new church plants. In this session\, discover innovative strategies that ensure the growth and sustainability of new churches. This kickoff to our “Revitalizing Church Practices” series offers a deep dive into the foundation of successful church planting.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/revitalizing-church-practices-new-church-planting-strategies-for-success/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Thursdays for the Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T130000
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SUMMARY:A Plea from the Pope
DESCRIPTION:As the feast day of Francis of Assisi is celebrated on October 4th\, Pope Francis will release the “second part” of his encyclical on the climate crisis and inequality. The new edition of the encyclical will provide an update to confronting “the senseless war on our common home.” A multi-faith panel of climate leaders will reflect upon Pope Francis’s plea for climate action. \nPanelists will include: \n\nDan Misleh\, Founder\, Catholic Climate Covenant\nRev. Susan Hendershot\, President\, Interfaith Power & Light\nJoelle Novey\, Director\, Interfaith Power & Light (DC.MD.NoVA)\nImam Saffet Catovic\, Director\, United Nations Operations for Justice For All\n\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. This 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-plea-from-the-pope/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T190000
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SUMMARY:Queer & Wonderfully Made Worship
DESCRIPTION:Gender & Sexuality Justice Ministries invites you to celebrate queer lives OUT LOUD on National Coming Out Day for an inaugural Queer & Wonderfully Made Worship service October 11th\, 7-8 PM ET with musical guest Flamy Grant!
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/queer-wonderfully-made-worship/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T163000
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SUMMARY:Revitalizing Church Practices II: Multiply Streams of Income through 501c3
DESCRIPTION:Financial resilience is crucial for church growth. In this installment of our “Revitalizing Church Practices” series\, we’ll explore how churches can diversify their revenues\, maximizing financial opportunities by leveraging the benefits of 501c3 status. Navigate the intricate pathways to solidify your church’s financial future.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/revitalizing-church-practices-ii-multiply-streams-of-income-through-501c3/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T153000
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SUMMARY:Revitalizing Church Practices III: Navigating the Waters
DESCRIPTION:Grants can be a lifeline for church projects. Continuing our “Revitalizing Church Practices” journey\, this webinar delves into the grant ecosystem. Learn to pinpoint the right funding opportunities\, craft compelling applications\, and secure pivotal funds. Equip yourself to steer confidently through the world of grants. \nThursdays for the Soul: A webinar series to care for the whole church. Topics are wide ranging\, and are focused on the spirituality and care of people. Prayer\, worship\, music\, psalm readings\, or compassionate teaching are included. This will be a predictable time of gathering for something to feed your spirit\, offered by Faith Education\, Innovation\, and Formation and Justice and Local Church Ministries of the national setting\, United Church of Christ.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/revitalizing-church-practices-with-rev-aaron-wade/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T170000
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SUMMARY:Installation of the 10th General Minister and President
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to attend the Installation of the 10th General Minister and President\, Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia A. Thompson. Learn more about the Installation here: www.ucc.org/gmp-installation/. Can’t attend in person? You can participate in the service online: https://UCC.zoom.us/webinar/register/8016942040880/WN_SwP7ZZcjQAubcJjuSl-Upw
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/installation-of-the-10th-general-minister-and-president/
LOCATION:Lakewood Congregational Church (Livestream Available)\, 1375 West Clifton Boulevard\, Lakewood\, Ohio\, 44107
CATEGORIES:Office of the General Minister and President
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T193000
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SUMMARY:Donors Who Don't Come to Church: Engaging Donors Outside of Sunday Morning
DESCRIPTION:People find multiple ways to engage in the life of a congregation. Congregations often do well at engaging people who attend in-person services regularly\, volunteer and donate. But how do we meaningfully engage people online? How do we inspire those who don’t give to donate? Connect with those who share our values but are not interested in worship\, in-person or online. The webinar will help us think together about various ways to engage donors beyond Sunday Morning services.  Presented by Rev. Andrew Warner\, CFRE\, Generosity Outreach Officer\, National Ministries\, United Church of Christ.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/donors-who-dont-come-to-church-engaging-donors-outside-of-sunday-morning/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T153000
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SUMMARY:Revitalizing Church Practices IV: Effective Grant Making
DESCRIPTION:In this final webinar of the series\, we pivot to those aiming to create grant opportunities. If you’re an entity seeking to make a difference\, this session is for you. We’ll guide you through the steps to design impactful grant programs\, ensuring they benefit recipients and echo the larger mission of our series: to revitalize and uplift church practices.
URL:https://www.ucc.org/event/revitalizing-church-practices-iv-effective-grant-making/
LOCATION:Zoom
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