News from the United Church of Christ

Cleveland Rocks! General Synod 36 will return to ‘The Land’ in 2028

This homecoming will mark the fifth time Cleveland has hosted a General Synod and the first of the new triennial system, with previous gatherings in 2015, 1987, 1960, and 1957, the first Synod after the UCC was formed. Read.

News at General Synod 35

Dive deep into the work of General Synod 35 through the coverage and stories from our news team.

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Advocates hold emotional ‘No ICE Raids’ prayer service and rally during General Synod 35

The UCC National Collaborative on Immigration gathered on the steps of the Kansas City Conference Center.

Turf, truth, and the Spirit: A radical rewilding of faith at closing worship at Synod

The closing worship service of General Synod 35 was a vibrant celebration of spirit, art, and…

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Cleveland Rocks! General Synod 36 will return to ‘The Land’ in 2028

The 30th General Synod of the United Church of Christ was a memorable one for many. Five years…

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Resolutions on restoring full funding to USAID and VOA pass at last plenary of Synod

At the final plenary, on the final day of General Synod 35, delegates were engaging in…

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