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And the winners are: Budding artists depict ‘seeds of hope’ in 2026 Climate Hope Art Contest
More than 60 churches, across 26 states, and 354 participating children and teen artists — with the youngest artist just two-years-old — joined together to promote environmental justice and care for the planet they love. Wrapping up its annual contest… The post And the winners are: Budding artists depict ‘seeds of hope’ in 2026 Climate Hope Art Contest appea
The United Methodist Church approves use of OWL sexuality education curriculum in its congregations
Together with the United Church of Christ and the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), the United Methodist Church (UMC) has announced its approval of the use of the Our Whole Lives (OWL) curriculum in its congregations beginning in the fall of… The post The United Methodist Church approves use of OWL sexuality education curriculum in its congregations
Drawing the Line
Decision making is complex and requires starting somewhere in determining whether support is given to an action being contemplated. There are multiple factors that additionally cause us to lend voice and care for people, issues and opportunities. Morals and values… The post Drawing the Line appeared first on United Church of Christ .
More Greatness: A New Gilded Age?
More Greatness: A New Gilded Age? The United States of America will commemorate its semiquincentennial anniversary on July 4, 2026. Across the nation, celebrations are planned in major cities and small towns. A search of the internet yields “something for… The post More Greatness: A New Gilded Age? appeared first on United Church of Christ .
Doubling Down
Another church convention closed in this season of church conventions, assemblies, general conferences, general synods, and annual meetings. The gatherings of these bodies include opportunities for worship, fellowship, education and awareness. The preached word is present. God is in the… The post Doubling Down appeared first on United Church of Christ .
An update on the Changes & Deaths list
Many of you — our dedicated readers, viewers and supporters — have reached out over the last several months asking why the Changes & Deaths list hasn’t been updated since last October. Today, we want to provide an explanation for… The post An update on the Changes & Deaths list appeared first on United Church of Christ .
UCC joins denominations, religious leaders in joint letter raising concern over revisions to the Religious Affiliation Codes list
The United Church of Christ, along with more than a dozen other denominations and their representatives, joined together in writing a letter to express concern about the recent revisions to the Religious Affiliations Code List, administered under the authority of… The post UCC joins denominations, religious leaders in joint letter raising concern over revisi
Photo Essay: Living faith boldly: Youth descend on nation’s capital for week-long immersion program
Youth from across the United Church of Christ gathered in Washington, D.C. the week of June 14 for an inaugural program aimed to equip them with the skills and confidence to faithfully advocate on issues they care about most. The… The post Photo Essay: Living faith boldly: Youth descend on nation’s capital for week-long immersion program appeared first on Un
Global HOPE invites church into prayer after Venezuela earthquakes
Following devastating earthquakes that claimed more than 900 lives in Venezuela, the United Church of Christ’s Global HOPE (Humanitarian, Opportunity, Partnerships, and Empowerment) team has called the church into prayer, asking for prayers on those who’ve died, as well as… The post Global HOPE invites church into prayer after Venezuela earthquakes appeared
UCC issues emergency appeal following Venezuela earthquakes
Following a series of devastating earthquakes that ravaged the country of Venezuela, leaving more than 2,500 people dead and over 50 thousand unaccounted for, the United Church of Christ has issued an emergency appeal to help with aid and recovery… The post UCC issues emergency appeal following Venezuela earthquakes appeared first on United Church of Christ
Faith in Action: National Ministries staff roll up their sleeves for service projects in Northeast Ohio
Twice a year, the staff of the National Ministries of the United Church of Christ gather in the denominational headquarters in Cleveland for several days of professional development, team and ministry meetings, fellowship and service. This intentional block of time… The post Faith in Action: National Ministries staff roll up their sleeves for service project