KYP: Invest & Reimagine

An Investment in Renewal
The UCC provides more than a half a million dollars to 12 New and Renewing Spiritual Communities through 2017 grants. Read more >>

FEATURES

Reimagining Theological Formation
A contemplative community formed in Cleveland begins the rethinking process around ways to transform how and what the UCC teaches, how we articulate what we believe and how we declare who we are in the world. Learn more >>

Earth Day = Care for Creation
Five things your church can do to honor the Earth. Check out these ideas >>

A Call for Candidates
The General Synod Nominating Committee is accepting nominations for the UCC Board of Directors and General Synod 2021 Moderators. Learn more >>

End Violence and Suffering in Syria
Disciples and UCC leadership oppose airstrike, call for end to violence and suffering in Syria. Read the statement >>

Fiddler on the Roof
Who better to have ‘here is what’s on my heart’ conversation with than the Sacred. Listen to the podcast >>

Are You a WISE Congregation?
Mental health challenges affect 1 out of 4 people—and churches can be a resource in response. Learn action steps both individuals and congregations can use to become WISE (Welcoming, Inclusive, Supportive and Engaged) about mental health May 4 in Downers Grove, Ill. Learn more about the annual conference and register today >>

HEADLINES

UNITED CHURCH NEWS

	Despite mayor’s objections, city council votes to support sanctuary, Massachusetts church
	Right of refugees, right to demonstrate peacefully, right to dignity
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UCC IN THE NEWS

	UCC church rallies against anti-sanctuary ordinance in California community
	A simple church sign means a lot
	Massachusetts mayor takes on First Amendment over sanctuary issue
	Michigan church prepares for pushback regarding sanctuary designation
	Iowa church garners attention by sharing acceptance for LGBTQ community at multi-cultural fair
	Rev. Traci Blackmon honored for spirituality leadership
	UCC Minister: 5 do’s and don’ts for using your church building well
	Arizona church holds forum on increased gun control
	Pennsylvania church holds active shooter safety seminar
	Young organizers hold town hall on gun violence in Wisconsin
	Ohio church to hold Sacred Conversations on Race
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OTHER RELIGIOUS NEWS

	Cultivating the connection between soil and the soul with ‘FaithLands’
	Many Americans lack basic holocaust knowledge, survey finds
	At Auschwitz, thousands join the March of the Living to honor the dead
	Abuse survivors demand concrete action after pope admits ‘serious errors’
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Take Action Now: Pray and Act to Protect God’s Creation

Around the Globe: Caught in the Shadow – Mexico

Witness for Justice: Anti-Racism Resources for Children and Families

Vital Signs & Statistics: Racism, Class, and the Psychological Wage of Whiteness

Changes & Deaths: Ministerial Updates