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God of all mercy and compassion,We confess that violence done to one of your children is violence done to you.We confess that when one of your creation is made a victim, you become a victim.We confess that, in Jesus Christ,… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
Clergy Power, Church Power
Clergy power is an interesting thing in a tradition like the United Church of Christ. On the one hand, we affirm the ministry of all baptized believers and we firmly believe that everyone has direct, unmediated access to God without… The post Clergy Power, Church Power appeared first on United Church of Christ .
NO ICE in the (World) Cup
“Of all the unimportant things, football is the most important.” ― St. John Paul II If you’re anything like me, you’ve been counting down the days until June 11th. The watch parties, the rituals, the sense of community, the stoppage… The post NO ICE in the (World) Cup appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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Creator God: We hear the wailing of your people in war torn lands. People are dying at the hands of those in power who are removed from the horror and violence of war. We stand as your people, guided by… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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Gentle & Holy One,We thank you for the many Ways you have nurtured us, raised us, encouraged us, challenged us and Accompany us still with Your guiding Holy Spirit.You have loved us like a Mother whose love is eternal and… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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God of the rainbow,thank You for Pride Monthand for the beautiful diversity of humanity. Bless LGBTQIA+ siblings everywhere,reminding them they are loved, worthy,and never outside Your embrace. As an ally, strengthen meto choose compassion over fear,justice over silence,and love that… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
In poorest Vermont community, a church teen center ‘rocks’ God’s love for all
Club West for Teens opened in the basement of First Congregational UCC in West Brattleboro, Vermont, this past winter. The initiative, supported by the Vermont Conference of the United Church of Christ’s Hope Fund, as well as crowdsourcing and individual… The post In poorest Vermont community, a church teen center ‘rocks’ God’s love for all appeared first on
The Spoils of War
War has often been an exercise in taking. Throughout history, nations have fought for land, resources, labor, and strategic advantage. “To the victor go the spoils” captures a reality that has shaped international relations for centuries. In recent decades, however,… The post The Spoils of War appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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The peace that passes all understanding, Paul tells us in the letter to the Philippians.An image of a seagull perched on a buoy in the middle of a storm, head tucked under their wingJesus sleeping in the bow of a… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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Redeemer,We thank you for the radiant light of your love that you’ve shown us.Help us to be a reflection of who you are so that we may share your light with the world, and bring hope to the least among… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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Holy One, we come before You with hearts that own the deep pain carried through generations because of injustice, slavery, and oppression. We ask You to bring healing to every broken heart. Where there is sorrow, pour out Your peace;… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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Holy One, we give you thanks for all we have and all we are. You created us in your image. You sent prophets, teachers, ordinary people, and Jesus Christ to show us the way. But we often fall short of… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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Papa, Mother, First Love,Our hearts long for your peace and presence. Our minds are so distracted by all the noise around us. Help us to press into you. Help us to seek you first in all things. Help us to… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
Fund Care Not ICE: We deserve a Moral Budget
As we approach a devastating period for millions of people who will soon lose food benefits and medical care due to HR 1 passing last year, Congress just approved another 70 billion dollars for ICE and Border Patrol on top… The post Fund Care Not ICE: We deserve a Moral Budget appeared first on United Church of Christ .
Rooted in Community
When I taught United Church of Christ History and Polity as a local church pastor, I began by drawing a circle (this is the local church) and then drew concentric circles (this is the association/conference/national ministries) around the first circle.… The post Rooted in Community appeared first on United Church of Christ .
Other Religion News
What was religion in the United States really like in 1776? The pastor who wants to repeal voting rights for women is becoming more mainstream ‘God commands us not to kill’: Faith leaders protest 50 years of executions The conservative… The post Other Religion News appeared first on United Church of Christ .
UCC in the News
Volunteers Sought To Assemble Safe Sleep Packages For Hospitals Community rallies for 5 children after Ferguson mother killed at gas station Black LGBTQ+ Christians navigate faith and identity Church in Hatboro, Pennsylvania, opens doors to everyone, makes LGBTQ+ members feel… The post UCC in the News appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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Please pray for all the inmates at Delaney Hall in Newark NJ. They are on a hunger strike due to deplorable living conditions. Please pray for the advocates who are outside the prison and being subjected to teargas, batons and… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
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Holy and loving God,We come before you with open hearts.We pray for peace in our world where there is violence,for healing where there is pain,for justice where there is inequality,and for hope where people feel weary or afraid. Teach us… The post appeared first on United Church of Christ .
A Joyous Baptism
It was a great joy and honor to be invited to celebrate the sacrament of baptism for a sweet child and his clergy family. It’s one of the things I miss most in my ministry in the national setting: the… The post A Joyous Baptism appeared first on United Church of Christ .